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The median house price in Minchinbury is $1.24m, with units at $800k. House values have moved 5.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Minchinbury has an estimated 5,871 residents, up from 5,778 at the 2021 Census — a change of 93 people, or 1.6%. That puts 1,401 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 AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS demographic updates with post-Census address validations, the suburb of Minchinbury has an estimated population of approximately 5,871 as of Aug 2026. This marks an expansion of 93 individuals (1.6%) from the 5,778 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated figure builds upon AreaSearch's calculation of 5,843 residents using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 59 post-Census validated new addresses. The resulting demographic concentration stands at 1,401 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical benchmark across nationwide locations reviewed by AreaSearch. With a post-Census growth rate of 1.6%, the suburb of Minchinbury trails the wider SA3 region (3.7%) by 2.1 percentage points, maintaining solid expansion metrics.
The primary catalyst for demographic expansion has been overseas arrivals, accounting for roughly 88.0% of recent population additions. SA2-level projections formulated by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to 2022) form the baseline for AreaSearch's demographic modeling, with NSW State Government SA2 figures released in 2022 (anchored to 2021) supplying coverage where needed. Age-specific trajectory rates across these models are incorporated for all regions between 2032 and 2041. Future demographic forecasts position the suburb of Minchinbury within the lower quartile of statistical areas across Australia, projecting an increase of 174 residents by 2041 via combined SA2 datasets, representing an overall expansion of 2.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
66 new dwellings have been approved in Minchinbury over the past five years, an average of 13 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 14, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS residential approval statistics indicates that roughly 13 residential units gain planning consent annually in Minchinbury, totaling approximately 66 approved dwellings across the prior 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 through FY-25), with 14 sanctioned during FY-25 to date. Against a backdrop of recent demographic contraction, dwelling completions have satisfied local requirements, maintaining balanced trading conditions and ample options for purchasers, while an average new residential build value of $277,000—tracking below regional figures—highlights affordable development costs. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $16.8 million during the ongoing financial year, reflecting steady non-residential investment.
Per-capita residential construction in Minchinbury tracks 16.0% below Greater Sydney levels and ranks in the 29th percentile across nationwide regions analyzed, creating limited new purchasing stock and reinforcing buyer focus on established dwellings. This suppressed building intensity relative to both regional and national benchmarks highlights the suburb's established footprint and prospective development limitations. Recent residential approvals consist of 86.0% standalone houses and 14.0% multi-unit dwellings or townhouses, preserving the established low-density landscape focused on detached family living. With an average of 488 residents per approved dwelling, the local market demonstrates mature characteristics. Projections indicate that Minchinbury will add 146 people through to 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Under prevailing construction volumes, incoming residential development is positioned to comfortably absorb housing requirements, sustaining favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling demographic growth to exceed anticipated levels.
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 37 current infrastructure and development projects close to Minchinbury, worth an estimated $11.6 billion. 7 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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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Community outcomes and performance are fundamentally shaped by capital works, planning schemes, and infrastructure upgrades. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 13 major projects expected to influence the local area. Notable undertakings include the Sydney Metro - Western Sydney Airport, the NSW State Emergency Service Facility Oakhurst, the LOGOS Eastern Creek Logistics Estate, as well as the Mount Druitt Town Centre Renewal and WSIG Projects, with detailed project insights outlined below.
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Mount Druitt Town Centre Renewal and WSIG Projects
Blacktown City Council is delivering a major Mount Druitt town centre renewal program funded through the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program. Current works include the $40.6 million renewal of Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, where construction has commenced after the centre closed on 27 January 2026, and the $26.8 million revitalisation of Mount Druitt Hub, planned to start construction in early to mid 2026 and open in late 2027. The program also includes a new First Nations Cultural Hub, public garden, public domain and access improvements, and planning changes for a new developable mixed-use site in Mount Street to support the Mount Druitt Town Centre Masterplan.
Mount St Mount Druitt
A major mixed-use urban renewal precinct designed as a 'village of buildings' to transform the Mount Druitt CBD. The development features approximately 900 residential apartments across four towers reaching heights of up to 80m. The proposal includes a large-scale shopping mall, a new public town square, and a through-site retail link connecting Mount Street to the Mount Druitt Town Centre Reserve. While initially slated for a 2022 commencement, the project remains in the planning and pre-construction phase as of mid-2026, aligning with Blacktown City Council's broader Mount Druitt to Toongabbie Corridor Strategy.
NSW State Emergency Service Facility Oakhurst
Purpose-built NSW State Emergency Service (SES) facility in Oakhurst to strengthen emergency response capabilities for flood, storm and rescue operations across the Blacktown City area. The $16 million project was included in Blacktown City Council's WestInvest grant bid in 2022 but was not among the projects awarded funding in that program. The facility remains a council infrastructure priority for the growing western Sydney region.
NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub
A proposed $95 million regional sporting facility designed to serve as the head office for Basketball NSW and Volleyball NSW. The hub features 12 international-standard indoor courts, a 3,000-seat show court, 6 outdoor beach volleyball courts, and high-performance training and medical suites. While a central part of Blacktown City Council's long-term infrastructure strategy, the project remains in the proposed stage pending the securing of significant state or federal funding, as it was not fully funded under the initial 2022 WestInvest allocations.
Expanded Mount Druitt PCYC
A $25.4 million expansion of the Mount Druitt Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC), funded by the NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants (WSIG) program. Designed by AJC Architects in collaboration with Barra-gi Consulting as First Nations Lead, the project more than doubles the existing facility's footprint. New works include two multipurpose indoor courts, a youth hub gathering space, new reception and administration areas, upgraded toilets and amenities, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and car and bus parking.The design incorporates recycled-waste bricks, straw bale panels and a hybrid ventilation strategy. The expansion supports activities including basketball, futsal, martial arts and boxing, and forms part of an $86.9 million WSIG investment in Mount Druitt. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2026.
73 Rooty Hill Road North Mixed-Use Development
Four-storey shop-top housing development featuring 32 residential units and four commercial tenancies with basement parking, landscaping and site works. The mixed-use development aims to provide housing density near Rooty Hill station while supporting local commercial activity. Located on a major thoroughfare with significant passing traffic, the project contributes to urban renewal in the Rooty Hill area and addresses local housing demand.
Renewed Mount Druitt Swimming Centre
A 40.6 million AUD redevelopment of the Mount Druitt Swimming Centre delivering a year-round aquatic centre with a new 25 m indoor learn-to-swim pool, splashpad, refurbished 50 m outdoor pool, kiosk, reception, community spaces, inclusive amenities, changerooms and landscape improvements. Construction commenced in February 2026 following closure of the existing facility in January 2026. The project forms part of the wider Mount Druitt transformation program.
950 Great Western Highway Residential Subdivision
DA-approved 20-lot residential subdivision on an 11,600 m2 site, involving demolition of existing structures, land remediation, construction of new roads, retaining walls, tree removal, and associated civil works for future housing. The site was sold in April 2025 for $7.1 million plus GST.
3,299 residents of Minchinbury are employed, from a labour force of 3,413. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 72.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Minchinbury maintains a capable labor pool across diverse industries, featuring an unemployment rate of merely 3.3% and a 1.1% twelve-month employment expansion according to AreaSearch's localized statistical modeling. As of March 2026, employed residents total 3,299, while local joblessness tracks 0.8% below the Greater Sydney benchmark of 4.1%, accompanied by a healthy labor force participation rate of 72.7% (exceeding Greater Sydney's 68.9%). Census records show that 33.0% of local workers performed their duties remotely, though lockdown conditions surrounding Covid-19 represent an important factor in this figure. Resident employment centers heavily around health care & social assistance, retail trade, as well as transport, postal & warehousing.
Transport, postal & warehousing exhibits outstanding local concentration, commanding a worker proportion 1.9 times greater than the broader regional benchmark. In contrast, professional & technical roles account for only 5.2% of workers compared to the 11.5% regional standard. A local ratio of 0.7 jobs for every resident at the Census points to an above-average volume of employment opportunities within the immediate area. Based on AreaSearch's synthesis of ABS and SALM regional datasets, the 12 months leading to March 2026 recorded a 1.1% gain in employment alongside a 0.9% rise in the active workforce, lowering the jobless rate by 0.2 percentage points. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Sydney saw both employment and labor force volumes rise by 1.9%, accompanied by minor reductions in unemployment. Long-term labor insights can be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 national employment projections across five-year and ten-year horizons. Nationally, overall jobs are projected to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with distinct variations across different sectors. Mapping these sector-level expectations against Minchinbury's resident industry composition suggests prospective local job growth of 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (note that this weighting exercise is illustrative and excludes local demographic shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Minchinbury is $2,208 a week (about $115,000 a year), with median personal income at $832 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,385 a year against an average of $61,349. 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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ATO taxpayer records from financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch indicate that taxpayers in Minchinbury generated a median income of $55,385 and an average income of $61,349, sitting below the nationwide standard and trailing Greater Sydney benchmarks of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying a Wage Price Index escalation of 10.32% since financial year 2023 produces estimated March 2026 values of $61,101 for median earnings and $67,680 for average earnings. Under Census 2021 metrics, local household earnings occupy the 78th percentile ($2,208 per week), whereas individual earnings reach the 55th percentile. A weekly income between $1,500 - 2,999 applies to 36.7% of workers (2,154 individuals), aligning with the broader regional cohort of 30.9%.
Furthermore, upper-tier earners making over $3,000/week account for 31.4% of recipients, demonstrating considerable earning capacity. Even with accommodation obligations absorbing 15.5% of receipts, residual spending capacity places the area in the 78th percentile, alongside a 5th decile SEIFA income position.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Minchinbury had 1,698 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 3% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 79% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the housing inventory in Minchinbury consisted of 94.2% detached houses alongside 5.8% other dwelling types such as apartments and semi-detached properties, contrasting with the Sydney metro distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% alternate dwellings. Outright property ownership in Minchinbury matched the Sydney metro rate of 29.4%, while remaining occupancies were divided between mortgaged properties (50.2%) and tenancies (20.4%). Median monthly home loan repayments stood at $2,167, well under the Sydney metro benchmark of $2,427, while weekly median rental charges were $450 against $470 across Sydney metro.
When evaluated against broader Australian benchmarks, Minchinbury records mortgage costs well above the national median of $1,863 and rents exceeding the nationwide standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Minchinbury counted 1,698 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.3 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 94% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 12% 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 constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements at 86.0%, consisting of 49.0% couples with children, 21.6% childless couples, and 14.7% single parent households. Non-family residences comprise the remaining 14.0%, split between solitary occupants at 12.3% and group shared homes at 1.5%. The typical household size of 3.3 individuals surpasses the Greater Sydney median of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.0% of adults in Minchinbury hold a university qualification, including 17.5% with a bachelor degree and 4.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 489 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 986 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 the locality reflect a development opportunity, as university completion rates of 23.0% sit well below the Greater Sydney standard of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees represent the primary higher education credential at 17.5%, complemented by postgraduate qualifications (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). In contrast, technical and trade credentials are widespread, with vocational certifications held by 33.5% of persons aged 15+, encompassing advanced diplomas (11.0%) alongside certificates (22.5%). Active participation in study programs is substantial, with 30.9% of the local population engaged in academic instruction. This enrollment comprises 10.4% attending primary schools, 9.6% in secondary schooling, and 5.0% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Minchinbury reaches 65 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 transportation networks across Minchinbury comprise 65 operational bus stops. These transit points accommodate 17 unique routes that deliver a combined 2,188 weekly passenger trips. Commuter access is rated as excellent, with typical residents situated 134 meters from the nearest stop. Given the suburban residential character, outward travel dominates, with private vehicles serving as the primary commute mode for 91% of workers. Household motor vehicle availability averages 1.9 cars, surpassing regional figures. Furthermore, 33.0% of local workers operated from home during the 2021 Census, a metric potentially shaped by COVID-19 restrictions.
Transit service schedules deliver an average of 312 daily trips across the broader network, providing roughly 33 weekly departures for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.6% of residents in Minchinbury report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Health measures across Minchinbury reflect generally encouraging conditions, with AreaSearch analysis of health conditions and mortality rates aligning closely with national averages. The incidence of common medical conditions remains modest among both younger and older residents, while private health insurance adoption is comparatively subdued, covering roughly 51% of residents (~3,007 people) relative to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Asthma and diabetes represent the most prevalent health issues locally, diagnosed in 7.1 and 6.7% of the populace respectively, while 73.6% of residents reported no chronic medical conditions, closely mirroring the Greater Sydney figure of 74.6%.
Working-age health metrics remain standard. Residents aged 65 and over account for 11.9% of the community (698 people), below the 15.5% share across Greater Sydney. Wellness indicators among local retirees trend above average, holding national rankings comparable to the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.1% of Minchinbury residents were born overseas and 41.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 83% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (17.6%) and English (14.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Minchinbury displays a high degree of multicultural diversity, characterized by 39.1% of residents having been born overseas and 41.7% utilizing a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the predominant faith, practiced by 63.1% of the community. A distinct local concentration is seen in Islamic adherence, representing 13.5% of residents compared to the Greater Sydney proportion of 6.8%. Regarding parental lineage, the primary heritage designations in Minchinbury include Other at 23.1% (substantially exceeding the regional 16.0%), Australian at 17.6%, and English at 14.2%. Noticeable concentrations are also evident across several specific backgrounds, with Filipino heritage accounting for 9.2% locally (versus 2.0% regionally), Maltese at 3.7% (versus 1.0%), and Samoan at 1.8% (versus 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Minchinbury is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 28.2% 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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Minchinbury functions primarily as an established family environment. As at August 2026, children and young adults (0 - 24) constitute 35.1% of the population compared to 30.4% throughout Greater Sydney, while individuals aged 25 - 44 represent 26.5% against the regional 31.4%. AreaSearch calculates a median age of 35 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census result and sitting 2 years below the Greater Sydney median of 37 from that census. The most pronounced shift since the Census occurred in the 65+ age bracket, expanding from 10.5% to an estimated 11.9%.
Seniors and retirees are projected to lead future gains through 2041, increasing by 253 people (36%) to 952, whereas the population of young to middle aged adults, along with children and young adults, is expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Minchinbury
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 59 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,778 at the 2021 Census → 5,871 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 (SAL12644). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.