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The median house price in Merrylands West is $1.32m, with units at $496k. House values have moved 7.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Merrylands West has an estimated 7,320 residents, up from 7,054 at the 2021 Census — a change of 266 people, or 3.8%. That puts 4,207 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 assessments of ABS demographic records for the wider region and new addresses verified by AreaSearch following the Census, the population of the suburb of Merrylands West is calculated to be approximately 7,320 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 266 residents (3.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 7,054 individuals. The adjustment is determined from a resident population count of 7,290, estimated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP publication from June 2025 alongside address verification processes post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 4,206 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the highest 10% of all areas analyzed nationwide by AreaSearch, highlighting the high demand for local land.
The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 62.0% of the total demographic increase in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Expected growth rates across different age cohorts from these models are also applied to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, the suburb of Merrylands West is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, with an expected rise of 987 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall expansion of 13.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
162 new dwellings have been approved in Merrylands West over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That is 4.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 31 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 35% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 14, well below 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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AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval statistics distributed from regional data indicates that the suburb of Merrylands West has averaged approximately 32 new residential approvals yearly, accumulating to an estimated 162 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 13 approvals have been logged. With an average of only half a resident arriving per new dwelling annually over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, the volume of new housing is keeping pace with or outstripping local demand, providing prospective buyers with plenty of options and establishing capacity for growth beyond current estimates, with new dwellings being constructed at an average estimated cost of $398,000.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals valued at $933,000 have been logged during this financial year, pointing to very quiet commercial building activity. In comparison to Greater Sydney, the rate of new residential approvals per capita in the suburb of Merrylands West is approximately two-thirds, placing it in the 45th percentile of areas evaluated across the nation, which translates to fewer options for purchasers and supports demand for established homes. The mix of building activity shows 35.0% detached houses and 65.0% townhouses or apartments. This preference for denser housing styles provides more affordable entry points and draws downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The suburb of Merrylands West has roughly 373 people for every dwelling approval, which is characteristic of an established residential area. Long-term forecasts indicate that the suburb of Merrylands West will add 957 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Looking at established development trends, new residential construction is anticipated to easily satisfy demand, maintaining favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds current 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 Merrylands West, worth an estimated $247 million. A further 87 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $28.9 billion. 21 are already under construction and 46 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. 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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The trajectory of a locality is closely tied to infrastructure developments, key projects, and planning changes. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Stage 2 of the Merrylands RSL Club Redevelopment, the upgrade of Merrylands West Public School, a mixed-use development at 246 Woodville Road, and the Centenary Park Sports Field Upgrade, with details of key projects provided below.
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Merrylands RSL Club Redevelopment Stage 2
Second stage of a multi-phase masterplan redevelopment of Merrylands RSL Club, designed by Quattro Architecture. Works include new Level 1 building works comprising a relocated 400-plus seat buffet restaurant, a new Vietnamese food offering, and expanded indoor and outdoor gaming areas to the ground floor. A new transfer slab is being constructed to enable future development of residential, retail, commercial, hotel and aged care uses above the club. Stage 1 (basement excavation, new gaming and bar areas, atrium lobby) was completed in August 2017 by Taylor Construction.
Merrylands West Public School Upgrade
Major upgrade, the largest since 1955, including two new multi-storey buildings with 45 new permanent classrooms, new administration, library, canteen, covered outdoor learning area (COLA), and hall refurbishment/extension. It increases the school's permanent capacity from 255 to 1,000 students. Final landscaping due for completion by late 2026.
246 Woodville Road Mixed-Use Development
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a mixed-use development with varying heights of 5 to 9 storeys, comprising commercial and retail premises, 413 residential apartments and shop top housing, childcare centre, 95-room hotel/serviced apartments, public park, and associated works including two levels of basement parking. A modification application in 2023 sought the addition of a third basement level for future car parking and inclusion of 6 Lansdowne Street within the development site.
4-6 Sherwood Road Mixed-Use Development
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a 7-storey mixed-use development comprising ground floor commercial spaces, 55 residential apartments, rooftop communal open space, and two levels of basement parking.
Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead
The $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex (IMHC) is a 10-storey facility at the Westmead Health Precinct, set to become the largest mental health hub in NSW. It will replace aging facilities at the Cumberland Hospital West Campus and features a link bridge to Westmead Hospital. The complex will provide 265 beds for acute, sub-acute, and non-acute care across all age groups, including specialist services for eating disorders and intensive care. Main construction by Richard Crookes Constructions commenced in early 2025, with the first major concrete pour in November 2025.The project utilizes biophilic design and Aboriginal storytelling in its architecture and is expected to be completed in late 2027.
Cardinal Gilroy Village Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the existing Cardinal Gilroy Village to provide 460 independent living units, a 153-bed residential aged care facility, community facilities, and non-residential uses across 17 buildings ranging from 2 to 6 storeys on a 7.44 hectare site.
Centenary Park Sports Field Upgrade
Proposed upgrade of Centenary Park sporting facilities including new synthetic playing fields, improved drainage, sports lighting, upgraded amenities building and additional parking to support growing community sport participation. As of the latest review, no confirmed development application or construction commencement has been identified. The project continues to be referenced as part of Cumberland City Council's long-term planning for sports infrastructure.
Guildford Swim Centre Modernisation Project
Full redevelopment of the 50-year-old Guildford Swim Centre into a modern aquatic facility for the Cumberland community. The project delivers a new indoor pool hall housing a 25 metre lane and program pool plus a learn-to-swim pool, an outdoor 25 metre 6-lane pool with ramp access for accessibility, and a children's water play and splash area. Supporting facilities include modernised change rooms with family and accessible options, a multipurpose community room, cafe and food and beverage area, arrival hall, back-of-house offices and external storage.Sustainability features include around 1,000 square metres of rooftop solar collection panels to power daytime lighting and reduce running costs of the filtration system. The development application was approved by Cumberland City Council in November 2024 and the construction contract was awarded to Lipman, with works commencing on site in 2025. The project is jointly funded by Cumberland City Council and the NSW Government through the WestInvest Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program.
3,001 residents of Merrylands West are employed, from a labour force of 3,347. Unemployment sits at 10.3%, with participation at 55.7%. 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 6,085, about 83% 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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The suburb of Merrylands West has a skilled labor force represented across various industries, showing an unemployment rate of 10.3% and an estimated annual job growth of 2.4% based on aggregated regional data from AreaSearch. In March 2026, 3,001 local residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 6.2% higher than the 4.1% recorded in Greater Sydney, highlighting capacity for labor market improvement, and participation in the workforce was notably lower at 55.7% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicated that a high proportion of residents, 34.5%, worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related movement restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily clustered in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The local workforce exhibits a strong specialization in manufacturing, where its share of employment is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 5.7% of workers in the suburb of Merrylands West compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. The highly residential character of the locality means it offers relatively few jobs internally, as shown by comparing the census count of local workers against the resident labor force. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS figures compiled from wider geographic areas, the 12-month timeframe saw a 2.4% rise in employed residents alongside a 1.7% expansion of the labor force, which caused the unemployment rate to drop by 0.6 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a minor decrease in unemployment. Long-term national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context regarding future labor demand in the suburb of Merrylands West. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these sectoral growth rates to the local workforce mix suggests employment in the suburb of Merrylands West should grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, using a simple weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that does not account for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Merrylands West is $1,394 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $588 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,906 a year against an average of $51,101. 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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The most recent postcode level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Merrylands West are below the national average, with a median of $40,906 and an average of $51,101. This is lower than the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $45,127 for the median and $56,375 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household weekly income was in the 28th percentile ($1,394 weekly), while personal income fell in the 10th percentile.
The largest earnings group comprises 29.2% of residents (2,137 people) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional pattern where 30.9% of the population falls into this bracket. Affordability pressures are high, leaving residents with only 77.8% of their income after housing costs, which ranks in the 20th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Merrylands West had 2,253 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 50% detached houses and 32% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 44% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 28.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.1%. 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 structures in the suburb of Merrylands West at the time of the last Census consisted of 50.2% houses and 49.7% alternative dwellings such as semi-detached homes, townhouses, and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Merrylands West matched the metropolitan Sydney average of 27.3%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (29.2%) or rented (43.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 was substantially lower than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent was $400 compared to metropolitan Sydney's $470.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Merrylands West exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Merrylands West counted 2,253 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 17% couples without children. 28% 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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Families make up the majority of households in the suburb of Merrylands West at 68.7%, consisting of couples with children at 35.4%, couples without children at 17.0%, and single-parent households at 14.8%. The remaining 31.3% consists of non-family households, which is largely made up of single-person households at 27.9% and group shared households at 3.6%. The median size of households is 2.8 persons, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.5% of adults in Merrylands West hold a university qualification, including 17.3% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 18.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,049 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 988 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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The locality presents opportunities for educational advancement, as university completion rates stand at 23.5%, which is below the SA4 regional average of 39.1%. This provides a clear target for localized educational strategies. Among higher education qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 17.3%, followed by postgraduate credentials at 4.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 30.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, split between advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 18.4%. Participation in study is high throughout the suburb of Merrylands West, with 34.0% of the population currently undertaking formal education.
This group is composed of 10.7% enrolled in primary schools, 9.7% in secondary schools, and 6.5% pursuing higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Merrylands West reaches 56 stops on 39 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 110 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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Public transport infrastructure includes 56 active transit stops in the suburb of Merrylands West, consisting of bus services. These stops support 39 distinct routes that provide 1,987 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is strong, with residents living an average of 108 meters from their nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, and most workers commute to external employment hubs, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 83%, followed by train travel at 9%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.2 cars per household, and a high proportion of 34.5% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 283 journeys per day across the local network, which translates to roughly 35 weekly journeys per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.7% of residents in Merrylands West report no long-term health condition. 9.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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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Public health metrics indicate below-average outcomes in the suburb of Merrylands West based on mortality and chronic illness assessments by AreaSearch, with overall disease rates sitting near typical levels, though exceeding national averages within older age cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 47% of the local population (~3,455 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues reported among residents are arthritis at 7.3% and mental health conditions at 6.3%, while 72.7% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Health indicators for residents under 65 are better than the national average. The suburb of Merrylands West has 16.9% of its population aged 65 and over (1,237 people), higher than the Greater Sydney share of 15.5%, and seniors face health challenges, though these rank lower nationally than those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
47.6% of Merrylands West residents were born overseas and 59.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Lebanese (14.8%) and Australian (12.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Merrylands West displays high cultural diversity, with 47.6% of residents born outside Australia and 59.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 52.7% of the local population. Islam shows the most notable concentration at 27.7% of residents, which is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%. Analysis of ancestral background shows the largest group is Other at 31.9% of the population, well above the regional average of 16.0%, followed by Lebanese ancestry at 14.8% (compared to 2.6% regionally) and Australian ancestry at 12.5% (lower than the regional average of 17.8%).
Other notable ethnic backgrounds include Croatian ancestry at 1.1% of the population in the suburb of Merrylands West (compared to 0.7% regionally), Maltese at 1.3% (vs 1.0%), and Samoan at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Merrylands West is 36. 28.6% 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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With a median age of 36 years, the suburb of Merrylands West aligns closely with the Greater Sydney average of 37 and is just under the Australian median of 38. Compared to the wider Sydney region, there is a higher concentration of residents aged 85 and over (3.4%) but fewer young adults in the 25 to 34 age bracket (14.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of youth aged 15 to 24 grew from 13.2% to 14.2%, while the children's cohort aged 5 to 14 decreased from 13.4% to 11.8%.
Demographic modeling indicates the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort showing the fastest growth at 56% by adding 220 residents to reach 616. Seniors aged 65 and over will account for 54% of total population growth, highlighting local aging trends, whereas the cohorts aged 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 are expected to experience declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Merrylands West
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 | Jun 2026 2 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 Jun 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,054 at the 2021 Census → 7,320 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 (SAL12600). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.