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The median house price in Milperra is $1.55m, with units at $1.27m. House values have moved 7.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Milperra has an estimated 5,044 residents, up from 4,074 at the 2021 Census — a change of 970 people, or 23.8%. Growth has averaged 3.9% a year over five years, faster than 93% of areas nationally. 173 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 55.0% of that increase. That puts 939 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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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Milperra has a projected population of approximately 5,044 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 970 people (23.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,074 people. The adjustment is calculated from a resident population of 5,012, estimated by AreaSearch using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 173 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density ratio of 939 persons per square kilometer, which is consistent with typical averages across locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 23.8% increase in the suburb of Milperra since the 2021 census was higher than the SA3 area (5.4%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth for the area, contributing approximately 55.00000000000001% of total population gains during recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level are used, published in 2022 with a 2021 baseline. Age group growth rates from these compilations are also applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic trends, a population rise slightly below the median of Australian statistical areas is anticipated for the suburb of Milperra, with an expected increase of 460 persons by 2041 according to aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total gain of 8.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
397 new dwellings have been approved in Milperra over the past five years, an average of 79 a year. That places the area in the 90th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 94 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 34% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 127, 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 building approval statistics distributed from statistical area data, Milperra has maintained an average of approximately 79 new dwelling approvals annually, with an estimated 397 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 117 so far in FY-26. An average of 2.2 new residents per year was added for each dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating healthy demand that bolsters property values. New homes carry an average construction cost of $432,000—which is higher than regional averages—pointing to a focus on quality in local developments.
Furthermore, $10.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered during this financial year, showing a moderate rate of commercial development. In comparison to Greater Sydney, Milperra exhibits 218.0% higher new home approvals (per person), offering purchasers plenty of options. This volume of activity is well above the national average, showing strong developer interest in the location. New development consists of 34.0% detached houses and 66.0% medium and high-density housing. This trend toward high-density living provides lower-cost entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a significant shift from the current housing stock (currently 94.0% houses), reflecting a decrease in available development sites while meeting changing lifestyle preferences and affordability needs. With approximately 37 people per approval, Milperra demonstrates the characteristics of a developing area. Future projections indicate Milperra will add 428 residents by 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current construction volumes, the supply of housing is expected to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current projections.
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 Milperra, worth an estimated $91 million. A further 46 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.8 billion. 11 are already under construction and 24 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, major planning initiatives, and development schemes play a significant role in regional performance. In total, 14 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the local area. Key projects include Milperra Drain Widening - Stage 2, Canterbury-Bankstown Walking City Project, Bankstown Airport Retail Precinct, and 61 Milperra Road Industrial Redevelopment, with details provided below for the most relevant ones.
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Milperra Drain Widening - Stage 2
Stage 2 of the Milperra Drain widening project delivered by the City of Canterbury Bankstown to increase flood conveyance capacity and reduce flood risk for Milperra and surrounding suburbs. The project widens approximately 800 metres of the drain following completion of Stage 1 and forms part of Council's ongoing flood mitigation program. Construction commenced during 2025 with completion anticipated during 2026.
Bankstown Airport Gateway Retail Precinct
A retail and dining precinct at the gateway corner of Bankstown Airport, at the intersection of Tower Road and Henry Lawson Drive. Originally conceived as a 5-hectare mixed-use development including a supermarket, mini brewery, dining precinct, and medical services, the project has been scaled and refined. The development, progressed by airport operator Aeria Management Group (AMG), will deliver a petrol station and restaurant tenancies serving airport users and the local community. Construction is underway with completion expected around May 2026.
61 Milperra Road Industrial Redevelopment
State Significant Development approval granted to demolish existing improvements and deliver a two storey warehouse and distribution centre of about 44,000 sqm GFA on a 5 ha infill industrial site with dual frontages to Milperra Rd and Mons St. Gateway Capital is pre leasing now with target lease commencement in Sep 2027. The site has direct access to the M5 and wider Sydney motorway network.
Creating a Walking City - Canterbury-Bankstown
Council-led active transport program delivering approximately 23.5 km of new priority footpaths across 58 locations throughout Canterbury-Bankstown. Works improve pedestrian safety, accessibility and connections to schools, parks, transport hubs and community facilities as part of the NSW Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program.
Weston Street Affordable Housing
Demolition of existing structures at 171 Weston Street and 2-6 Hinemoa Street, and construction of a 4-5 storey affordable housing residential flat building comprising 42 apartments over basement carparking.
Riverlands by Mirvac
Riverlands by Mirvac is a residential masterplanned community in Milperra on the former Riverlands Golf Course, with 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes now selling. The project includes over 310 attached and detached dwellings, a community facility, riverfront public walkway, recreational areas and revegetation works beside the Georges River.
Georges Cove Residences
Masterplanned riverside community by Mirvac featuring 179 homes including detached, semi-detached and terrace homes. Includes community green with playground, gym, pool, and BBQ facilities along Georges River.
Hammondville Park Master Plan and Sports Field Upgrade (Stage 2)
The Hammondville Park Master Plan (Stage 2) involves a major overhaul of the leisure precinct to support regional sport. Key features include the delivery of a state-of-the-art synthetic football field, upgrades to natural turf cricket and AFL fields, a new multi-purpose amenities building with change rooms, and enhanced irrigation. The project also integrates improved pedestrian lighting, shared pathways, and playground upgrades to better serve the Hammondville and Wattle Grove communities.
2,769 residents of Milperra are employed, from a labour force of 2,870. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 71.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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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Milperra possesses a qualified workforce, with significant representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.5%, and an estimated employment growth of 6.6% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,769 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 0.6% below the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, and labor force participation is standard (71.7% compared to Greater Sydney's 69.1%). Census data reveals that a substantial 43.1% of residents worked from home, though this may reflect the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The primary sectors of employment for local residents are education & training, construction, and health care & social assistance. The area exhibits a specific concentration in education & training, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional proportion. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented at 6.3% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Although local jobs are available, a large number of residents commute to other areas for work, as indicated by the ratio of the Census working population to the local population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data compiled from broader statistical areas, employment numbers rose by 6.6% and the labor force grew by 6.9% during the year to March 2026, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9%, a labor force expansion of 1.9%, and a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia starting in May-25 provide additional context on potential future demand in Milperra. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these sector-specific trends to the local employment mix suggests Milperra's employment will grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Milperra is $2,117 a week (about $110,000 a year), with median personal income at $806 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,502 a year against an average of $70,379. 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 the latest postcode-level ATO data released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median income for taxpayers in Milperra is $57,502, with an average of $70,379. This exceeds the national average, and compares to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $63,436 (median) and $77,642 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports household income at the 73rd percentile ($2,117 weekly), while personal income is at the 50th percentile.
Income distribution shows the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 31.8% of residents (1,603 people), which is similar to the broader region where 30.9% fall into this bracket. High earners are well represented, with 31.6% earning more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to significant purchasing power. Housing costs absorb 16.0% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the 73rd percentile, and the area ranks in the 7th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Milperra had 1,330 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $538 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month, a total housing cost higher than 78% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 25.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.3%. 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 property types in Milperra at the last Census consisted of 94.5% houses and 5.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative housing options), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Milperra were significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 42.5%, with remaining properties being mortgaged (46.5%) or rented (11.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Sydney metro average at $2,600, while the median weekly rent was $538, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Milperra are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Milperra counted 1,330 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,647 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 45% are couples with children, more than in 88% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 16% 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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Family households represent the majority of homes at 83.3%, consisting of 44.5% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.7%, with single person homes at 15.9% and group households at 1.1% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.8% of adults in Milperra hold a university qualification, including 14.6% with a bachelor degree and 4.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,180 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,042 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 attainment in the area shows room for development, with university graduation rates (20.8%) falling well below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This indicates both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 14.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Trade and technical qualifications are common, with 37.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (26.1%). Participation in study is high, with 29.2% of the population enrolled in formal education.
This includes 9.7% in primary school, 8.9% in high school, and 4.9% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Milperra reaches 51 stops on 37 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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Analysis of transit options indicates 51 active transport stops operate within Milperra, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 37 different routes, providing a total of 1,318 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 173 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a residential area, the majority of residents travel outside the suburb for work; driving remains the primary method at 88%, with 7% using trains. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars, which is higher than the regional average.
A significant 43.1% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions). Services run at an average frequency of 188 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 25 weekly trips for each transit stop.
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71.2% of residents in Milperra report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 75% of areas nationally. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 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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An evaluation of health indicators shows positive outcomes throughout Milperra, based on AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic health conditions. Both younger and older age brackets experience low rates of common illnesses, and private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 55% of the population (~2,761 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 9.0 and 7.3% of residents, respectively, while 71.2% reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The working-age population is healthy with low rates of illness.
The area has 18.6% of residents aged 65 and over (938 people), which is higher than the 15.5% average in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes for seniors are positive, with national rankings aligning with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Milperra is largely Australian-born, at 82.4% of residents, with 20.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (27.0%) and English (22.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Milperra is culturally diverse, with 17.6% of residents born outside Australia and 20.4% using a language other than English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 69.2% of the local population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Milperra are Australian, representing 27.0% of the population (significantly above the regional average of 17.8%), English at 22.8%, and Other at 8.9% (notably lower than the regional average of 16.0%). There are also differences in specific ethnic groups: Lebanese ancestry is represented at 5.7% of Milperra (compared to 2.6% regionally), Greek at 3.7% (compared to 1.9%), and Maltese at 1.4% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Milperra is 39. 24.9% 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 39 years in Milperra is slightly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and close to the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the 5 - 14 age group is highly represented (13.9% locally), while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented (10.5%). Post-2021 Census data indicates the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 12.7% to 14.4% of the population. Conversely, the 0 to 4 age group has decreased from 7.0% to 6.1%. Population projections for 2041 suggest shifting demographics for the suburb of Milperra.
Leading these changes, the 15 to 24 age bracket is expected to grow by 14% (102 people), rising from 726 to 829. Meanwhile, both the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Milperra
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 | Jul 2026 last month 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 Jul 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 173 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,074 at the 2021 Census → 5,044 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 (SAL12636). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.