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The median house price in Mudgee is $745k, with units at $545k. House values have moved 4.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Mudgee has an estimated 11,287 residents, down from 11,457 at the 2021 Census — a change of 170 people, or 1.5%. The population has thinned by an average 0.5% a year over five years, slower than 97% of areas nationally. 137 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 426 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Mudgee has an estimated resident count of around 11,287, derived from broader ABS updates alongside newly validated AreaSearch addresses post-Census. Compared to the 11,457 residents counted in the 2021 Census, this represents a contraction of 170 people (1.5%). This adjustment builds upon the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025) figure of 11,240, combined with 137 validated new addresses added after the Census date. With a density of 426 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous living space and room for ongoing growth.
In recent times, population additions were predominantly powered by natural increase, accounting for roughly 59.0% of all gains. Projections for the suburb of Mudgee incorporate the 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 modeling (benchmarked to 2022), supplemented where needed by the NSW State Government's 2022 SA2 figures (benchmarked to 2021). Cohort-specific growth trajectories extending from 2032 to 2041 are also integrated across all territories. Across regional Australia, the suburb of Mudgee is positioned for above-median growth, with aggregated SA2 figures pointing to an addition of 1,797 persons by 2041, translating to an overall expansion of 15.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
153 new dwellings have been approved in Mudgee over the past five years, an average of 30 a year. That is 2.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 69% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 12, 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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Dwelling consent data aggregated from ABS statistics shows that Mudgee maintains an annual run rate of approximately 30 residential approvals, generating an estimated 153 approved homes over the preceding 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, permits for 12 dwellings have been granted. Construction activity has broadly tracked local demographic softening, sustaining ample buyer options alongside an average expected construction cost of $574,000 per dwelling, a figure exceeding regional averages that underlines an emphasis on higher-specification builds. Meanwhile, commercial consents of $3.6 million this financial year reinforce the area's predominantly domestic character.
On a per-capita basis, Mudgee registers roughly 58% of the building volume seen across Rest of NSW, landing in the 25th percentile nationwide, which curtails buyer stock and bolsters demand for existing residences. Falling below national construction averages highlights both the established urban fabric and local planning constraints. Detached houses account for 69.0% of recent approvals while attached formats make up 31.0%, introducing more medium-density stock that spans traditional family dwellings to more accessible, compact footprints. This contrasts with the current built environment (85.0% houses), reflecting scarcer greenfield parcels and evolving lifestyle demands for varied, budget-friendly formats. The presence of 592 residents for every approved dwelling illustrates a subdued construction setting. Longer-term projections indicate Mudgee will add 1,750 residents by 2041 relative to recent AreaSearch quarterly updates. If dwelling completions do not accelerate, residential supply may struggle to match population inflows, potentially intensifying market competition and supporting ongoing upward pressure on asset values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mudgee
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mudgee, worth an estimated $5.97 billion. A further 47 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12.5 billion. 15 are already under construction and 23 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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Community economic trajectories and property dynamics are heavily shaped by civil works, major development schemes, and transport enhancements. AreaSearch has outlined 10 prominent capital initiatives expected to influence the district. Prominent projects include the Kandos to Gulgong Rail Line Reinstatement, Mudgee Spring Lifestyle Estate, Short Street Residential Development, and Logan Estate, with priority works detailed in the summary below.
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Lincoln Lifestyle Mudgee Spring
Lincoln Lifestyle Mudgee Spring is a land lease over-50s lifestyle community by Lincoln Place comprising 206 homes delivered across multiple stages. Stage 1 is now selling with homes available and community facilities progressively opening. The competition bowls green, pickleball courts and outdoor dining pavilion are operating, while the clubhouse, swimming pool, gym and wellness facilities remain under construction.
Short Street Residential Development
Residential land subdivision at 68 Short Street, Mudgee delivering approximately 25 residential lots in stages. Civil works and lot releases have commenced, with individual residential lots being actively marketed and sold.
Kandos to Gulgong Rail Line Reinstatement
Strategic assessment and planning for reinstating the 93km non-operational Gwabegar Line between Kandos and Gulgong, passing through Mudgee, Lue and Rylstone. The line was suspended in 2007 and the project aims to reconnect the Lithgow line to the Sandy Hollow-Gulgong line to support regional freight, including coal haulage to Mount Piper Power Station. A positive feasibility result was returned in 2020 and the project is now integrated into the NSW Government's Regional Network East/West Uplift (RNEW) Program, which is developing a 10-year investment strategy for regional rail with a final strategy due in 2026.The corridor's future is contested: Mid-Western Regional Council voted in December 2025 to commission a $50,000 feasibility study into converting the 84km Rylstone-Gulgong section into a recreational rail trail, following a major community consultation. A separate council motion in February 2026 called on NSW Government ministers to restore rail services, reflecting an unresolved tension between freight reinstatement and trail conversion. Rail advocates have warned that a rail trail would permanently sterilise the corridor for future train use.
Logan Estate
Logan Estate is Mudgee's most convenient residential community positioned in the expanding growth centre of Mudgee. Offering affordable house and land packages with scenic views and proximity to Mudgee CBD, schools, and cellar doors. Land lots range from 600-800 square metres with prices starting from $238,000.
Mudgee Hospital Redevelopment
State-of-the-art $70.7 million hospital redevelopment completed in 2020, featuring emergency department, maternity unit, general medical and surgical units, oncology services, renal dialysis, and dental services. Opened ahead of schedule with new CT scanner.
Mudgee Ambulance Station Upgrade
Upgrade and expansion of existing ambulance station to improve emergency response capabilities for Mudgee and surrounding regions. Enhanced facilities for paramedic operations and vehicle maintenance.
Social Housing Development - Mulgoa Way/Winbourne Street
Affordable social housing development providing modern residential units to support local community housing needs. Part of NSW Government social housing expansion program in regional areas.
Mudgee High School Library Access Improvements
Infrastructure improvements to enhance accessibility and modernize library facilities at Mudgee High School. Includes new wheelchair access, technology upgrades, and learning spaces to support student educational outcomes.
5,838 residents of Mudgee are employed, from a labour force of 6,034. Unemployment sits at 3.2%, with participation at 68.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,105, about 81% 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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Mudgee sustains an active, technically proficient local workforce with deep exposure to industrial and manufacturing operations, alongside a low jobless rate of 3.2% based on aggregated statistical indicators. Total employed residents stood at 5,838 as of March 2026, while unemployment sits 0.9% under the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce engagement remains strong, with a participation rate of 68.0% outperforming Regional NSW's 60.6%. At the Census, only 6.9% of local workers operated from home, though pandemic lockdown measures during that period should be noted. Resident employment centers heavily around mining, retail trade, and health care & social assistance.
Concentration in the mining sector is particularly pronounced, registering 7.4 times the regional proportion. In contrast, health care & social assistance engages 12.2% of workers, trailing the 16.9% benchmark across the region. A comparison between Census working figures and the resident populace points to relatively constrained employment opportunities inside the local boundary. SALM and ABS datasets indicate that over the 12-month period, the local labor pool contracted by 2.0% as net employment fell by 3.1%, lifting the unemployment rate by 1.0 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW recorded a 0.9% dip in employment, a 0.4% decline in labor force size, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Looking forward, Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 national employment forecasts provide insight into sector-level trajectories. While overall Australian employment is modeled to rise 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sectoral performance varies. Weighted against Mudgee's specific industry composition, local jobs are projected to grow by 5.5% over five years and 12.2% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting that excludes localized demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mudgee is $1,678 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $775 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,407 a year against an average of $65,356. 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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Based on ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Mudgee registers income benchmarks modestly below national averages. Taxpayer earnings show a median of $49,407 and an average of $65,356, set against Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Incorporating Wage Price Index inflation of 10.32% since financial year 2023 places updated estimates at roughly $54,506 (median) and $72,101 (average) as of March 2026. Across 2021 Census metrics, household, family, and individual incomes sit in the 43rd to 46th percentiles. In terms of earnings distribution, 33.4% of the population (3,769 individuals) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 band, compared with 29.9% across the metropolitan area.
Affordability conditions remain tight, with 84.4% of disposable income left after housing obligations, ranking at the 47th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mudgee had 4,360 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 1% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 21.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that standalone houses constitute 84.7% of local residential stock in Mudgee, while medium and higher-density formats make up 15.3%, against Regional NSW distributions of 82.6% and 17.4% respectively. Outright home ownership registers at 30.9%, trailing regional levels, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (32.6%) or occupied by tenants (36.5%). Median monthly home loan repayments equal the Regional NSW figure of $1,733, while median weekly rent is $360, compared to $330 regionally and $1,733 for regional mortgages. On a nationwide scale, local mortgage commitments fall below the Australian norm of $1,863, and rents remain under the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mudgee counted 4,360 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families form the primary household structure, representing 67.7% of residences, broken down into couples with offspring (27.8%), couples without children (26.9%), and single parent arrangements (12.1%). Non-family domiciles account for 32.3% of homes, consisting of solo occupants (28.8%) and group living (3.5%). The typical household comprises 2.4 people, matching the Regional NSW standard.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.9% of adults in Mudgee hold a university qualification, including 13.1% with a bachelor degree and 3.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 77% of areas nationally. A further 33.7% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,963 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 935 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 attainment presents a local development priority, with university degrees held by 17.9% of residents compared to the 32.2% statewide figure for NSW. Within higher education credentials, bachelor degrees represent 13.1%, postgraduate awards comprise 3.0%, and graduate diplomas account for 1.8%. Vocational and technical training forms a cornerstone of the community, with 42.7% of individuals aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of 9.0% advanced diplomas and 33.7% certificates. Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 28.7% of the population actively pursuing an education. This encompasses 11.3% enrolled in primary schooling, 7.3% in secondary programs, and 2.4% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mudgee reaches 175 stops on 39 routes, timetabled for about 400 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 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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Mudgee's public transit network comprises 175 operational stops spanning passenger rail and bus services, connected across 39 separate transit routes that deliver 398 weekly scheduled runs. Commuter connectivity is strong, with an average distance of 139 meters to the nearest boarding facility. Given the residential orientation of the area, daily travel is outbound-heavy, with private motor vehicles accounting for 93% of journeys and pedestrian trips representing 5%. Households hold an average of 1.4 vehicles, while 6.9% of workers conducted business from home during the 2021 Census (reflecting period pandemic restrictions).
Transit service schedules deliver an average of 56 daily trips across the broader network, translating to around 2 weekly trips per physical stop location. The 100 closest stops relative to the district center are mapped in the accompanying illustration.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
66.2% of residents in Mudgee report no long-term health condition. 6.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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 compiled by AreaSearch indicate measurable healthcare challenges across both young and mature demographics in Mudgee, with chronic ailments and mortality rates presenting above-average burdens. Meanwhile, private health insurance uptake stands at approximately 53% of residents (~5,958 people), edging slightly past typical SA2 levels. Asthma and mental health conditions rank as the most prevalent health concerns, documented among 8.9% and 9.1% of residents respectively, while 66.2% reported living without any long-term ailments versus 63.3% across Regional NSW. Chronic conditions are elevated among working-age individuals. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 19.2% of the populace (2,167 people), under the 23.3% regional benchmark, with older residents experiencing health outcomes comparable to broad nationwide trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mudgee is largely Australian-born, at 91.1% of residents, with 4.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.2%) and English (32.0%). 5.3% 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 homogeneity is prominent in Mudgee, where 90.3% of individuals hold Australian citizenship, 91.1% were born locally, and 95.2% speak only English at home. Christianity stands as the leading religious affiliation, representing 56.9% of the population compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding parental heritage, the leading ancestries recorded are Australian (32.2%), English (32.0%), and Irish (9.3%). Several distinct background proportions also emerge, with Australian Aboriginal ancestry making up 5.3% (against 4.6% across the region), Maltese ancestry comprising 0.5% (compared to 0.4%), and Samoan heritage representing 0.1% (matching 0.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mudgee is 36. 24.6% 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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Demographic data through August 2026 highlights a younger community structure in Mudgee compared to Regional NSW. Young and mid-career adults aged 25 - 44 account for 27.7% of the populace, outstripping the 23.5% regional proportion, while residents aged 65+ comprise 19.2%, below the regional 23.3% level. The estimated median age is 36, identical to the 2021 Census record and 7 years younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 at that time. Individuals aged 45 - 64 have dropped from 22.3% at the Census to an estimated 20.9%. Looking toward 2041, the 25 - 44 cohort is set to drive community growth, expanding by 697 residents (22%) to reach 3,823.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mudgee
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 137 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (11,457 at the 2021 Census → 11,287 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 (SAL12823). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.