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The median house price in Moree is $372k, with units at $192k. House values have moved 3.1% a year compounded over five years.
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Moree has an estimated 9,144 residents, up from 8,962 at the 2021 Census — a change of 182 people, or 2.0%. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 the analysis of ABS population revisions for the region, alongside newly confirmed locations by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Moree has a population of approximately 9,144 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 182 residents (2.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 8,962 residents. The estimate is based on a resident population of 9,137, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 29 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The suburb of Moree features a density of 2.4 persons per square kilometer, offering plenty of space per resident.
The 2.0% growth rate of the suburb of Moree since 2021 was higher than the SA3 region (0.5%), positioning it as a leading growth area. Natural expansion was the main contributor, accounting for roughly 75.0% of the population increase in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are used for each SA2. If unavailable, NSW State Government SA2 projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends are projected forward for 2032 through 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to substantial growth in top-tier non-metropolitan hubs, with the suburb of Moree projected to expand by 2,481 residents by 2041, representing a overall rise of 27.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
26 new dwellings have been approved in Moree over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 0.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 14, 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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Based on analysis of ABS building approvals, the suburb of Moree averages approximately 5 dwelling approvals each year, with 26 residential units approved over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26, 13 approvals have been logged. Supply seems to align well with demand, providing buyers with options despite population changes. The average estimated build value is $496,000, indicating developers are targeting high-end, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $10.9 million have been registered this financial year, pointing to a steady pace of commercial expansion. Compared to Rest of NSW, building activity per capita in the suburb of Moree is about three-quarters of the regional rate, ranking in the 11th percentile nationwide, which limits choice for buyers and supports demand for existing properties.
Construction activity falls below the national average, indicating a established area with possible planning restrictions. Recent builds consist of 80.0% detached houses and 20.0% semi-detached options, preserving the traditional open feel and emphasizing spacious family dwellings. The ratio of 1520 people per dwelling approval reflects a slow-paced, low-activity construction sector. Looking forward, the suburb of Moree is anticipated to add 2,474 residents by 2041, based on recent quarterly calculations. If current construction rates persist, the supply of housing may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase buyer demand and drive up property prices.
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 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Moree, worth an estimated $473 million. A further 52 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.56 billion. 14 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, energy and sports & recreation. 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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Regional performance is closely linked to infrastructure developments, major works, and urban planning. AreaSearch has identified 10 key projects set to affect the region. These developments include the Moree Hospital Redevelopment, Moree Water Treatment Plant Upgrades, Moree Special Activation Precinct, and Inland Rail - Narrabri to North Star - Phase Two, with specific details provided for the most relevant projects.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Moree Hospital Redevelopment
A 105 million AUD transformation of Moree Hospital delivering a new purpose-built Acute Services Building. Key features include an expanded emergency department, modern operating theatres, medical imaging, birthing and inpatient units, and pathology services. As of early 2026, the project has reached the structural phase with concrete pours finalized and works progressing on the roof and internal partitions, alongside the demolition of the Crane and Glennie buildings.
Moree Special Activation Precinct
A NSW Government-led Special Activation Precinct designed to leverage Moree's location on the Newell Highway and the Melbourne-Brisbane Inland Rail to attract investment in high-value horticulture, agrifood processing, freight and logistics, and renewable energy. The masterplan covers 4,716 hectares with a 40-year vision to create up to 4,000 jobs. In March 2026, the NSW Government adopted a scaled-back delivery approach proposed by Moree Plains Shire Council, reducing the initial activation area from 300 to around 100 hectares of fully serviced government-owned industrial land and from 3.3 km to about 1.9 km of new road, in order to limit ongoing maintenance costs to ratepayers.Stage 1 enabling infrastructure works (roads, drainage, water, sewer and electrical services) are valued at around 79 million dollars, with NSW Public Works having closed tenders in late 2025 and contract award expected in 2026. A 13.5 million dollar Essential Energy zone substation upgrade is anticipated for completion in 2027. Construction works on Stage 1 are scheduled to commence in 2026.
Moree Regional Airport Upgrades
Staged upgrades to Moree Regional Airport led by Moree Plains Shire Council to increase capacity and resilience for passenger, freight and aeromedical operations supporting the Moree Special Activation Precinct. A multi-stage apron expansion was completed in mid-2024, enabling regular Q400 aircraft operations and larger arrivals such as RAAF C130J-30 Hercules. In February 2025 the Australian Government committed 1 million AUD under the Regional Airports Program to upgrade the northern apron, taxiway and three parking bays, establishing a 24-hour aeromedical facility for emergency retrieval services.Earlier stages delivered runway, taxiway and apron lighting upgrades including a Precision Approach Path Indicator system, funded jointly by the NSW Restart NSW Fund, the Australian Government's National Stronger Regions Fund and Council. Further terminal and runway enhancements remain flagged in planning documents to align with growth from the adjoining Special Activation Precinct.
Moree Water Treatment Plant Upgrades
Planned upgrades to the Moree water treatment system to improve drinking water security, treatment reliability, monitoring and capacity. Current Moree Plains Shire planning documents continue to identify water treatment works under the Integrated Water Cycle Management program, alongside other water infrastructure upgrades across the shire.
Moree Secondary College Campus Consolidation
The project consolidated Moree Secondary College's two campuses into a single operational campus at Albert Street, with associated minor upgrades and works to enable one-site delivery from Term 1 2024.
Aboriginal Housing Development Program - Moree
Affordable housing program led by the NSW Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) to deliver culturally appropriate homes for Aboriginal families in Moree, with community-oriented features and design. Recent AHO activity in Moree includes delivery of modular duplex homes via contracted builders; this record tracks a broader 45-dwelling program across the township.
Moree East Public School Redevelopment
Substantial rebuild and refurbishment of Moree East Public School delivering around 15 new and refurbished classrooms, two shared learning spaces, a new hall and library, and upgrades to community hub facilities to support modern teaching and learning.
Burnt and Derelict Housing Remediation Program
Program to remediate burnt and derelict housing throughout Moree, improving community safety and housing availability.
5,107 residents of Moree are employed, from a labour force of 5,374. Unemployment sits at 5.0%, with participation at 74.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% 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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The workforce is highly skilled with a strong presence in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of 5.0%. In March 2026, there are 5,107 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 0.9% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while workforce participation is high at 74.1% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%. Census data indicates that 8.3% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely impacted by pandemic restrictions. Primary employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, along with education & training. The agricultural, forestry & fishing sector has a heavy concentration, employing residents at 3.2 times the regional rate.
Conversely, health care & social assistance is underrepresented at 11.1% compared to 16.9% regionally. Although local positions are available, Census data matching workers to resident counts suggests a high number of commuters travel outside the area for work. According to SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, the labor force shrank by 2.0% during the year ending March 2026, and total employment dropped by 4.2%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 2.1 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9% and the labor force contract by 0.4%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point increase. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on future local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment will rise by 5.7% over five years and 12.1% over ten years, based on a simple weighted projection that does not factor in local population adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Moree is $1,575 a week (about $82,000 a year), with median personal income at $851 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,405 a year against an average of $67,024. 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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Tax office data for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the suburb of Moree align closely with national benchmarks, reporting a median of $55,405 and an average of $67,024. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are $61,123 for the median and $73,941 for the average. The 2021 Census lists personal income in the 59th percentile ($851 weekly) and household income in the 39th percentile.
Income distribution analysis shows 33.3% of residents (3,044 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional rate of 29.9%. Residents retain 88.8% of their income after housing costs, though disposable income sits in the 46th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Moree had 2,959 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 2% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $230 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,326 a month. Rent absorbs 14.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.4%. 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 time of the latest Census, housing types in the suburb of Moree consisted of 83.0% detached houses and 17.0% other dwelling types, such as townhouses and units, compared to Regional NSW's breakdown of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Moree was lower than the Regional NSW average, standing at 32.5%, with the remaining dwellings split between mortgaged properties (27.8%) and rental properties (39.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,326, which is lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $230 compared to Regional NSW's $330.
Locally, mortgage payments are lower than the national average of $1,863, and weekly rent is below the Australian figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Moree counted 2,959 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise 67.2% of all households, with couples raising children making up 25.2%, couples without children at 27.0%, and single parents at 13.2%. Non-family households account for 32.8% of the total, with single person households representing 29.5% and group share houses at 3.4%. The median household size is 2.4 residents, matching the average for Regional NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.0% of adults in Moree hold a university qualification, including 15.4% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 77% of areas nationally. A further 29.4% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 1,494 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 865 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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Academic achievement rates present challenges, with tertiary graduation levels (20.0%) tracking below the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees represent the largest segment at 15.4%, with postgraduate degrees at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational training is common, with 40.0% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (29.4%). Enrolment rates are high, with 37.3% of the population engaged in study. This group is comprised of 15.8% in primary education, 9.3% in secondary schools, and 3.4% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Moree reaches 193 stops on 24 routes, timetabled for about 290 services a week. The typical home sits about 300 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 the local network reveals 193 transit stops offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops support 24 distinct routes, delivering 289 passenger trips each week. Access is convenient, with residents living an average of 296 meters from a transit point. Due to the residential layout, commuters travel outward, with cars representing the primary transit method at 92%, and 5% of residents walking. Dwellings average 1.4 vehicles. A low proportion of residents (8.3%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of pandemic-era conditions.
Transit routes average 41 daily trips, which averages out to approximately 1 weekly connection per stop. The map highlights the 100 closest transit points to the geographic center.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.4% of residents in Moree report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 76% of areas nationally. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.2 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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Health metrics point to notable challenges in the area based on mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions observed across multiple age brackets. Private health insurance coverage sits slightly higher than the average SA2 region, covering approximately 53% of residents, representing around 4,886 individuals. Asthma and arthritis are the most common diagnoses, affecting 9.0% and 7.6% of residents. Conversely, 68.4% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health profiles for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and older make up 18.1% of the population (1,655 individuals), which is below the Regional NSW average of 23.4%, with national metrics showing higher placement.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Moree is largely Australian-born, at 92.2% of residents, with 5.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.0%) and English (26.1%). 16.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is below average, with citizens making up 77.9% of the population, 92.2% of residents born in Australia, and 94.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 70.4% of residents, compared to 55.9% in Regional NSW. The primary ancestral backgrounds are Australian (32.0%), English (26.1%), and Australian Aboriginal (16.0%), with the Aboriginal population representation being higher than the regional average of 4.6%. Other backgrounds present include Lebanese at 0.4% (compared to 0.2% regionally), Serbian at 0.3% (compared to 0.2% regionally), and Samoan at 0.1% (compared to 0.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Moree is 38. 26.8% 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 38 matches the national average but is below the Regional NSW average of 43. The 25 - 34 cohort has a strong representation at 15.2% compared to Regional NSW, while the 65 - 74 age group is less represented at 9.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 bracket expanded from 13.4% to 15.2% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group grew from 6.7% to 7.8%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 14.1% to 12.7%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 12.3% to 10.9%.
Projections indicate that the age structure will change by 2041. The 25 to 34 demographic is expected to lead this change, growing by 41% (an increase of 574 people) to reach 1,964 residents from a starting point of 1,389. The 55 to 64 group is projected to see a minor rise of 7%, adding 76 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Moree
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 9 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 29 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,962 at the 2021 Census → 9,144 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 (SAL12733). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.