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Mawson Lakes has an estimated 14,951 residents, up from 13,794 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,157 people, or 8.4%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 80.0% of that increase. That puts 2,427 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Mawson Lakes has an estimated resident count of around 14,951, established through AreaSearch assessment of ABS broader-area updates alongside post-Census validated addresses. Compared to the 13,794 people recorded in the 2021 Census, this demonstrates an expansion of 1,157 people (8.4%). The calculation stems from a resident base of 14,903 determined from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 40 validated new addresses identified following the Census date. With a density of 2,427 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks within the top quartile among national areas evaluated by AreaSearch.
The suburb's 8.4% expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the wider SA3 area (4.1%) as well as state figures, establishing it as a regional growth outperformer. Recent population gains were predominantly underpinned by overseas arrivals, accounting for roughly 80.0% of the net increase. Projections for the suburb of Mawson Lakes incorporate ABS and Geoscience Australia modelling published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year across SA2 boundaries. For years following 2032 or locations outside that scope, 2023 SA State Government LGA projections based on 2021 figures are utilized via weighted growth distribution from LGA down to SA2 divisions. Looking forward, the suburb of Mawson Lakes is anticipated to achieve above-median expansion relative to national statistical zones, with aggregated SA2 figures projecting a gain of 1,934 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative 12.6% increase over the 16 years.
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39 new dwellings have been approved in Mawson Lakes over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 0.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 12, running ahead of 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS residential approval statistics broken down by statistical division, development in Mawson Lakes has averaged approximately 7 dwellings per annum, totaling an estimated 39 homes across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 12 approved during FY-25 to date. With an intake averaging 18.5 new residents annually for every dwelling completed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local housing additions trail incoming demand considerably, placing upward pressure on property values amid heightened competition. Approved homes exhibit an average expected construction cost of $433,000, marginally exceeding the broader region and pointing toward higher-spec building standards.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $37.0 million during this financial year, reflecting substantial local non-residential investment. Residential building volumes in Mawson Lakes sit substantially below the Greater Adelaide benchmark, trailing by 88.0% per person. This restricted development stream tends to underpin sustained demand and capital stability for existing stock, even as local building activity has picked up of late. Approvals also track below national norms, underscoring the suburb's established character and probable town planning limitations. Of recent additions, 14.0% were detached houses while medium and high-density formats made up 86.0%. This orientation toward denser living creates attainable buying options for entry-level purchasers, downsizers, and investors alike. It also highlights a distinct departure from current residential stock (where separate houses constitute 67.0%), driven by dwindling greenfield land, shifting lifestyle preferences, and the demand for diverse, affordable dwelling types. An intensity of roughly 850 people per approval further reinforces the established nature of the locality. Over the period running through to 2041, Mawson Lakes is projected to add 1,886 residents based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If residential building activity stays at its current pace, additions to the dwelling stock will likely fall short of population influx, reinforcing buyer competition and bolstering pricing trajectories.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mawson Lakes, worth an estimated $255 million. A further 34 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.68 billion. 10 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and education & training. 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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Infrastructure upgrades, major developments, and strategic planning decisions heavily shape local performance. AreaSearch has identified 7 significant projects expected to influence the suburb, including the Mawson Lakes Technology Precinct Expansion, Base Mawson Lakes, Montague Farm Estate, and The Lakeside Project, with the detailed list highlighting those carrying the greatest local significance.
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Technology Park Adelaide Precinct Expansion
Ongoing expansion of the 65-hectare Technology Park Adelaide precinct at Mawson Lakes, managed by Renewal SA on behalf of the South Australian Government. The precinct is home to more than 100 companies across defence, aerospace, electronics, health and ICT sectors, anchored by Lockheed Martin, Saab Australia, Codan, and Raytheon. Key recent milestones include the completed $25 million Kongsberg Defence Australia headquarters (opened September 2024) and the Leyton Property 'Base' development - a $25 million precinct of 22 purpose-built high-performance warehouses targeting defence and high-tech supply chain tenants, with construction commencing August 2026.Innovation House has been upgraded to a NABERS 4.5-star rating following solar installations, while Endeavour House holds a 5-star rating. Strong occupancy and demand driven by South Australia's expanding defence sector under AUKUS.
Base Mawson Lakes
A $25 million defence and high-tech business precinct in Adelaide Technology Park delivering 22 architecturally designed, high-performance warehouse units from 101 to 523 sqm. The estate features high-spec finishes, integrated solar systems, and is tailored for component manufacturers, clean-tech suppliers, and defence supply-chain SMEs due to its close proximity to major defence primes.
The Lakeside Project
The Lakeside Project is Endeavour College's $35 million expansion to create a new three-storey Reception to Year 6 junior school connected to the existing secondary campus by a pedestrian footbridge across Mawson Lakes Boulevard. The development includes 14 general learning areas, STEM facilities, library, music rooms, outdoor learning spaces and a multi-purpose community hub. Construction commenced in 2025 and remains on schedule for completion in late 2026 ahead of opening for the 2027 school year.
Bridge Road Residential Infill (Pooraka Green)
Medium-density residential development delivering approximately 120 new dwellings including townhouses and low-rise apartments on former industrial land near Bridge Road in Pooraka, South Australia. The project is an infill development within the City of Salisbury local government area.
The Glades, Parafield Gardens (Stage 8+)
Masterplanned residential subdivision known as The Glades at Parafield Gardens, delivering more than 250 new house-and-land allotments off Shepherdson Road. Most stages have now been released and sold, with home construction well advanced and remaining homes still being delivered, providing family housing close to schools, shops and public transport in Adelaides northern suburbs.
Montague Farm Estate
Large master-planned residential community delivering over 1000 new homes including townhouses, apartments and detached dwellings in the heart of Pooraka, with integrated parks and community facilities.
Public Housing Builds in Parafield Gardens
Development of 4 public housing homes as part of the South Australian government's public housing improvement program, with additional 5 upgrades and 45 maintenance activities to address housing needs.
Pooraka Enterprise Park Expansion - Stage 2 (Various Sites)
Established industrial precinct in Pooraka, Adelaide's inner north, originally developed by Australasian Property Developments as a 50,000 sqm greenfield site with commitments from Cavpower, Best Bar and Mechvac. The flagship 35-37 Maxwell Road estate (2.70ha, 7,917 sqm GLA) was acquired by Realside Ovest in 2022 as part of the Ovest Industrial Fund 2 and is now a fully leased asset. More recent additions across the precinct include a brand-new five-unit office/warehouse development at 17-21 Maxwell Road, which has since sold, and a recently completed warehouse at 23-25 Maxwell Road available for occupancy in April 2026.The precinct benefits from strong access to Main North Road, Port Wakefield Road, Grand Junction Road and the Northern Expressway, supporting continued employment growth in Adelaide's northern industrial corridor.
9,220 residents of Mawson Lakes are employed, from a labour force of 9,411. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 75.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 13,369, about 89% 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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Mawson Lakes maintains a well-credentialed labour pool with solid representation in essential services, recording a low unemployment rate of 2.0% and annual job growth estimated at 0.9% via AreaSearch statistical data aggregations. Employed locals numbered 9,220 as of March 2026, while the local jobless rate sits 1.8% lower than the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide. Labour force participation reaches an elevated 75.4%, well above the regional standard of 66.4%. In addition, Census records show only 10.8% of workers operating from home, an outcome potentially shaped by COVID-19 containment measures during that period.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade. Public administration & safety shows significant local concentration, engaging workers at 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, construction represents an undersized share of the local workforce at 7.2%, compared to 8.7% across Greater Adelaide. While local businesses provide employment, comparisons between the Census resident worker count and local job tallies indicate that a substantial share of residents travel outside the suburb for employment. Aggregated SALM and ABS figures compiled by AreaSearch indicate that across the 12-month timeframe, local employment expanded by 0.9% against a 1.2% rise in the labour pool, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point uptick in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Adelaide recorded a 4.2% lift in employment, a 4.0% increase in workforce size, and a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. Looking ahead, Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26 provide context for local workforce demand over five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by industry. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against Mawson Lakes's current employment structure suggests local jobs could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this illustrative extrapolation does not account for specific local population dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mawson Lakes is $1,940 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $915 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,872 a year against an average of $61,850. 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ATO postcode data for financial year 2023, personal earnings in Mawson Lakes fall below national benchmarks, showing a median income of $53,872 and an average income of $61,850. For Greater Adelaide, the comparative figures were a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852. Incorporating a 10.17% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 brings estimated current figures to approximately $59,351 (median) and $68,140 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census positioned personal, family, and household incomes in Mawson Lakes around the national 65th percentile.
The dominant income band includes 5,830 residents (39.0%) earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with metropolitan patterns where 31.8% fall within this tier. Housing costs account for 15.7% of total earnings, yet solid wages maintain disposable income at the 62nd percentile, placing the area in the 6th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mawson Lakes had 5,057 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 67% detached houses and 15% apartments. 43% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,659 a month. Rent absorbs 18.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential dwellings in Mawson Lakes at the time of the latest Census consisted of 66.9% houses and 33.1% other dwellings (encompassing apartments, townhouses, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), differing from the wider Adelaide metro profile of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Outright property ownership in Mawson Lakes was below regional levels at 17.9%, while 42.8% of properties were mortgaged and 39.3% were occupied by renters. Median monthly mortgage commitments stood at $1,659, higher than Adelaide metro's $1,562, while median weekly rent was $360 compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $320.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Mawson Lakes remain well below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit under the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mawson Lakes counted 5,057 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,481 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 69.8%, consisting of 34.3% couples with children, 24.1% couples without children, and 10.0% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 30.2%, with single-person households representing 23.7% and group arrangements making up 6.6%. The typical household contains 2.6 people, slightly higher than the Greater Adelaide median of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
38.2% of adults in Mawson Lakes hold a university qualification, including 23.8% with a bachelor degree and 11.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 17.8% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,462 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,068 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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Tertiary qualification levels in Mawson Lakes substantially exceed surrounding regional standards, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a higher education degree compared to 17.4% across the SA3 area and 19.8% in the SA4 region. This solid educational base equips the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 23.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational education is also widespread, with 28.3% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, including 10.5% with advanced diplomas and 17.8% possessing certificates. A significant 33.9% of the local population is actively engaged in formal study.
This cohort comprises 10.5% enrolled in higher education institutions, 9.9% attending primary schools, and 6.9% engaged in secondary schooling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mawson Lakes reaches 60 stops on 31 routes, timetabled for about 2,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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Public transport connectivity in Mawson Lakes encompasses 60 operating stops across train and bus networks. A combined network of 31 routes delivers 2,948 weekly passenger services, ensuring strong transit accessibility with residents situated an average of 213 meters from their closest boarding point. Given the residential profile, daily travel is predominantly outbound, with private vehicles accounting for 86% of journeys and buses accommodating 9%. Households hold an average of 1.3 vehicles. A modest 10.8% of employed locals worked remotely according to the 2021 Census, a metric that may reflect prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 421 trips per day, translating to roughly 49 weekly departures per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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77.7% of residents in Mawson Lakes report no long-term health condition. 3.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Residents of Mawson Lakes record favourable overall health metrics in AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with low incidence among the broader community and near-national averages within older cohorts. Private health insurance membership covers approximately 51% of the population (~7,693 people). Mental health concerns and asthma represent the most frequently reported conditions in the area, affecting 7.1 and 6.7% of residents, respectively, while 77.7% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide. The working-age population exhibits strong overall health with low rates of long-term illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 10.0% of the locality (1,495 people), well below the 19.1% share observed across Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among older residents remain above average, although tracking slightly lower against national senior rankings than the local population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.5% of Mawson Lakes residents were born overseas and 43.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 85% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.4%) and Australian (17.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is pronounced in Mawson Lakes, where 43.5% of residents were born overseas and 43.4% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most widespread religious affiliation, representing 36.6% of the population. The most prominent deviation from wider norms is found in the Other category, which accounts for 4.3% of local residents compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parental lineage, English ancestry leads at 20.4% in Mawson Lakes, trailing the regional figure of 27.8%, while Other ancestry accounts for 18.1%, substantially above the metropolitan share of 9.7%.
Australian background follows at 17.0%, compared to 22.8% across the wider region. Specific community concentrations also stand out: Vietnamese ancestry accounts for 4.3% locally (against 1.2% regionally), Serbian heritage stands at 0.8% (versus 0.4%), and Polish ancestry matches the regional rate at 1.0% (vs 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mawson Lakes is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 36.2% 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 age distribution in Mawson Lakes skews younger than that of Greater Adelaide. Adults aged 25 - 44 represent 37.9% of the local population as at August 2026, compared to 28.9% regionally, whereas older cohorts aged 65+ comprise 10.0% locally against 19.1% across Greater Adelaide. The median age is estimated by AreaSearch at 33 as at August 2026, unchanged from the 2021 Census and 6 years below the Greater Adelaide Census benchmark of 39, while the national median was 38 at that same Census. The proportion of younger residents aged 0 - 24 has decreased from 34.2% at the Census to an estimated 31.0%.
Senior residents aged 65+ are expected to see the largest numeric gain by 2041, increasing by 536 (36%) to reach 2,031.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mawson Lakes
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 4 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 40 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (13,794 at the 2021 Census → 14,951 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 Aug 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 (SAL40844). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.