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The median house price in Marayong is $1.16m, with units at $840k. House values have moved 6.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Marayong has an estimated 8,086 residents, up from 7,834 at the 2021 Census — a change of 252 people, or 3.2%. That puts 2,984 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases covering the broader region alongside recently confirmed residential locations compiled by AreaSearch post-Census, the resident count for Marayong is approximated at 8,086 for May 2026. This represents an addition of 252 individuals (3.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 7,834 individuals. This adjustment is calculated using a baseline resident count of 8,035 determined by AreaSearch via analysing the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures, supplemented by 42 newly verified locations set up since the Census. Such a resident count translates to a density of 2,983 individuals per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top fourth of Australian postcodes evaluated by AreaSearch.
The post-Census expansion rate of 3.2% recorded in Marayong is within 1.1 percentage points of the broader SA3 territory (4.3%), showing relatively strong expansion dynamics. Growth throughout the locality was mostly supported by arrivals from abroad, which comprised about 68.0% of the total demographic gains in recent times. Projections generated by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised by AreaSearch. For any SA2 sectors omitted from those models, AreaSearch relies on projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government, published in 2022 with a 2021 baseline. Age-specific expansion velocities derived from these datasets are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, a resident count rise slightly under the national median is projected, with the locality expected to add 783 individuals by 2041 using aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall expansion of 9.1% across the 16 years.
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133 new dwellings have been approved in Marayong over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That is 3.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 68% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 30, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of building approvals from the ABS distributed down from regional statistics reveals that Marayong averages about 26 approved homes annually, yielding a total of 133 residential builds authorized over the preceding 5 financial periods (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 28 during the current FY-26. Because the locality has seen a shrinking population, the volume of residential building has remained sufficient to meet needs, yielding a balanced property market with ample options for purchasers, while newly built homes carry an average projected build cost of $351,000. Additionally, commercial authorizations have reached $5.5 million during the current financial period, illustrating that the locality is predominantly residential.
In comparison to Greater Sydney, building approvals per resident in Marayong stand at roughly 57% of the metropolitan level, ranking the suburb in the 45th percentile across the country, which means purchasers face a narrower selection of options, thereby reinforcing demand for existing stock. This construction rate also sits below the nationwide average, demonstrating the established nature of the suburb and pointing to possible zoning restrictions. Building completions lately consist of 68.0% standalone houses and 32.0% semi-detached or multi-unit dwellings, showing a growing combination of medium-density formats that offer price point options spanning large household properties to compact units. This marks a notable change from the historical housing stock (which stands at 88.0% standalone houses), indicating that vacant land is becoming scarce, lifestyles are shifting, and more varied, lower-priced housing types are required. Approaching 373 residents for every single building approval, Marayong presents as an established market. Demographic projections indicate that Marayong will add 732 individuals by 2041, measured from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimation. Assuming current construction levels persist, the volume of new housing should comfortably accommodate this demand, establishing positive purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for demographic expansion that outpaces these predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Marayong, worth an estimated $3.59 billion. A further 39 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $16.8 billion. 12 are already under construction and 17 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and development updates have a major impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 key projects that are expected to influence the suburb. Important initiatives include Securing Our Water Supply - Quakers Hill to Prospect, Marayong South Urban Renewal Precinct, Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Stage 2, and Richmond Road Upgrade M7 to Townson Road, with the key projects of interest listed below.
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Marayong South Urban Renewal Precinct
A NSW Government-led urban renewal precinct planned for up to 5,500 new homes over 20-plus years, centred around Marayong Station in Western Sydney. The precinct vision includes a new mixed-use town centre, schools, parks, active transport links, and improved connectivity. The precinct is led by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure and remains in strategic planning, with no rezoning or development approval confirmed to date.
Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Stage 2
The Stage 2 expansion transforms Blacktown Hospital into a major metropolitan facility while upgrading Mount Druitt Hospital. This $1.1 billion project includes a new clinical services building at Blacktown with an expanded emergency department, operating theatres, and ICU. A fast-tracked $120 million 'Additional Beds' component is currently under construction to deliver 60 new acute inpatient beds (30 per campus) by late 2026 to address Western Sydney's growing healthcare demand.
Richmond Road Upgrade M7 to Townson Road
Major road upgrade widening 2.2km of Richmond Road to six lanes between the M7 Motorway and Townson Road, Marsden Park. Features include a new flyover bridge from the M7 Rooty Hill Road North off-ramp to Richmond Road northbound, a new concrete bridge over Bells Creek with pedestrian and bike path, intersection upgrades at three locations, and a 4-metre wide shared pedestrian and cycling path on the western side. Jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments to ease congestion for over 89,000 daily vehicles and support growth in the North West Growth Area.Major construction commenced January 2026 with contractor Gamuda DTI joint venture.
Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program - Blacktown LGA
A NSW Government funded portfolio of 14 transformational community infrastructure projects across the Blacktown local government area, totalling around 239 million dollars. The program (formerly known as WestInvest) is administered by the NSW Premier's Department and delivered by Blacktown City Council, with The APP Group engaged as program manager. Headline projects include the 77.2 million dollar Blacktown Aquatic Centre upgrade (new indoor 50 metre pool, indoor 25 metre learn-to-swim pool, refurbished outdoor 50 metre pool, gymnasium and cafe), the 40.6 million dollar Mount Druitt Swimming Centre Renewal, the 39.9 million dollar Blacktown City Arts and Cultural Centre, the 35.8 million dollar Seven Hills Portal Community Resource Hub, the 26.8 million dollar Revitalisation of Mount Druitt Hub, the 25.4 million dollar PCYC Mount Druitt Police and Community Youth Centre, the 19.5 million dollar First Nations Cultural Hub, plus reserve embellishments at Tallawong, Rosenthal Park and Ashley Brown Reserve North, local traffic and green space programs, and the refurbishment of Richard Johnson Anglican School Hall.Several projects are in design development with construction tendering through a five-year contractor panel established in 2025; major works including the Blacktown Aquatic Centre are scheduled to start in early 2026 with completion of headline projects through 2027 and 2028.
Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan
The Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan (WSIP) is a joint Australian and NSW Government 4.4 billion dollar road investment program delivering major upgrades across Western Sydney to support population growth and the opening of Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport in late 2026. The flagship M12 Motorway, linking the M7 Motorway to The Northern Road and providing direct airport access, opened to traffic on 14 March 2026, though the M7-M12 interchange section remains under construction and is due to open later in 2026.Other WSIP components including The Northern Road, Bringelly Road, Werrington Arterial Road and the Glenbrook intersection upgrade are complete, while the 200 million dollar Local Roads Package continues to fund minor works across seven Western Sydney councils, with several Round 4 projects still in construction or design.
Securing Our Water Supply - Quakers Hill to Prospect
Sydney Water is investigating a proposed purified recycled water scheme at the Quakers Hill Water Resource Recovery Facility, including a new purified recycled water treatment plant, a transfer pipeline to Prospect Reservoir, and blending infrastructure at Prospect Reservoir. The plant would use ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, ultraviolet advanced oxidation and chlorination before the water is blended with dam water and treated again at Prospect Water Filtration Plant. The project is intended to improve Greater Sydney's climate resilience, reduce reliance on rainfall and ocean outfalls, and help secure long-term drinking water supply for population growth.
Dara Blacktown
Contemporary five-level apartment development offering 67 affordable apartments including 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations with limited garden apartments featuring private courtyards. Located in the heart of Blacktown's transformation, just 100 metres from Blacktown Train Station and Westpoint Shopping Centre.
Vienna Gardens Estate
Completed boutique land subdivision delivering 48 large residential lots in the heart of Marayong, close to the station and future Marayong South renewal precinct.
4,040 residents of Marayong are employed, from a labour force of 4,268. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 64.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,379, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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AreaSearch aggregates statistical area data to show that Marayong boasts a highly educated labor pool with varied industry representation, a 5.3% unemployment rate, and 1.2% estimated employment growth over the past year. As of March 2026, 4,040 residents are currently employed, with the local unemployment rate sitting at 1.2% higher than Greater Sydney's 4.1%, while workforce participation stands somewhat below the standard at 64.9% compared to Greater Sydney's 69.1%. Census data indicates that a high 29.9% of residents were working from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
The primary industries employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and retail trade. The suburb displays a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where the employment share is 2.2 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for just 6.1% of local workers compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. This highly residential suburb appears to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident workforce. Review of SALM and ABS statistical compilations covering the surrounding districts shows that over the 12-month timeframe, the number of employed persons expanded by 1.2% and the active labor force grew by 1.1%, leading to a decrease in the jobless rate of 0.1 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9%, labor force growth of 1.9%, and a minimal drop in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future labor needs in Marayong. These five and ten-year models have been matched with the local worker distribution to project employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though sector-specific trajectories differ. Applying these sector trends directly to the local worker profile yields an estimated local employment expansion of 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that excludes local population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Marayong is $1,593 a week (about $83,000 a year), with median personal income at $680 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,207 a year against an average of $55,314. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Marayong are below the national benchmark according to ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial period. The median income for tax-filing individuals in the suburb of Marayong is $48,207, with the average income recorded at $55,314, contrasted against Greater Sydney figures of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial period, current values are estimated at approximately $53,182 for the median and $61,022 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household incomes at the 41st percentile ($1,593 weekly) and personal incomes at the 24th percentile.
In terms of brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 household income range is the most common, accounting for 33.4% of residents (2,700 people), which matches the wider region where 30.9% of households fall into this category. Financial pressure from housing is high, leaving only 80.0% of income after housing costs, ranking at the 37th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Marayong had 2,623 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 5% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $379 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,133 a month. Rent absorbs 23.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Marayong, measured at the most recent Census, was comprised of 87.6% houses and 12.3% other housing styles like townhouses, flats, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Sydney metropolitan distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other housing styles. Home ownership levels in Marayong lagged behind the metropolitan standard, standing at 25.8%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (32.6%) or rented (41.6%). The median monthly home loan payment in the suburb was $2,133, which is below the Sydney metropolitan median of $2,427, while the median weekly rental cost was $379, compared to the metropolitan median of $470.
On a national level, home loan payments in Marayong are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Marayong counted 2,623 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Domestic arrangements are led by family units which account for 73.9% of households, consisting of 35.8% couples who have children, 21.6% couples without children, and 14.6% one-parent households. Single-person dwellings and group houses make up the remaining 26.1%, with single-person homes representing 22.5% and group share houses representing 3.5%. The typical household size of 2.8 people exceeds the metropolitan Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.0% of adults in Marayong hold a university qualification, including 18.2% with a bachelor degree and 7.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.6% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,848 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,020 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational outcomes show room for improvement, with tertiary qualification rates at 27.0%, which is well below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This gap presents opportunities for focused education programs. Undergraduate degrees represent the largest category at 18.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational and practical skills are common, with 30.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification certificates, split between advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (19.6%). Schooling enrollment is quite high, with 30.7% of the local population currently engaged in study. This consists of 9.9% attending primary schools, 7.7% enrolled in high schools, and 5.5% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Marayong reaches 62 stops on 40 routes, timetabled for about 4,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Transport networks include 62 transit stops in Marayong, which are a combination of train stations and bus stops. These transit points are connected to 40 individual routes, supporting 4,423 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated highly, with residents living an average of 151 meters from their nearest transit stop. Since the suburb is mostly residential, most workers travel out of the area, and cars remain the primary transport choice at 78%, followed by trains at 13% and buses at 6%. The average number of motor vehicles is 1.2 per household.
A significant 29.9% of workers performed their jobs from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures. Transit service frequency averages 631 journeys daily across all routes, which equals roughly 71 trips weekly for every transit stop.
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70.1% of residents in Marayong report no long-term health condition. 8.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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The local population faces considerable wellness difficulties, according to AreaSearch indicators for mortality and long-term illnesses, with common ailments present across different cohorts and slightly elevated among older age groups. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low, standing at approximately 49% of the population (~3,950 people). This compares to 59.9% in the wider Greater Sydney region and a national average of 55.7%. The primary medical conditions diagnosed among residents are arthritis and diabetes, which affect 7.2 and 6.8% of the population. On the other hand, 70.1% of residents reported having no long-term health issues, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Health indicators for the working-age population are generally standard. Older residents aged 65 and over make up 18.2% of the local population (1,471 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney rate of 15.5%. Wellness indicators among seniors present difficulties, though they rank more favorably on a national scale than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
48.0% of Marayong residents were born overseas and 49.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 89% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (16.9%) and English (14.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Marayong exhibits high levels of cultural variety, with 49.1% of the population using a language other than English when at home and 48.0% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion in the suburb, followed by 55.4% of the population. The most significant statistical variation is found in the category of Other religions, which represents 9.5% of the population, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 1.4%. Regarding parental backgrounds, the largest group is Other, representing 22.1% of residents, which is above the metropolitan average of 16.0%.
This is followed by Australian backgrounds at 16.9% and English backgrounds at 14.0%, which is below the metropolitan standard of 19.0%. Other distinct groups include Filipinos, who are overrepresented at 7.7% of the population (compared to 2.0% regionally), Polish backgrounds at 2.2% (compared to 0.6%), and Indian backgrounds at 10.1% (compared to 3.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Marayong is 36. 27.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 36 years in Marayong is close to the Greater Sydney standard of 37 and slightly below the Australian standard of 38. Compared to the wider Sydney region, the suburb has a larger share of residents aged 65 to 74 (9.5%) but a smaller share of youths aged 15 to 24 (11.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 4.8% to 6.1%, while the share of children aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 6.7% to 5.8%. Projections suggest the age profile of the suburb will shift by 2041.
The largest relative increase is expected in the 85 and over group, which is projected to grow by 100%, adding 209 residents to reach a total of 420. Residents aged 65 and over will account for 65% of the overall population growth, showing clear aging trends, while the youth categories of 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Marayong
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 42 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,834 at the 2021 Census → 8,086 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL12495). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.