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The median house price in Narrandera is $408k, with units at $524k. House values have moved 10.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Narrandera has an estimated 4,420 residents, up from 4,369 at the 2021 Census — a change of 51 people, or 1.2%. 337 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Density is about 12 people per 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 ABS demographic updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Narrandera has an estimated residency of approximately 4,420 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 51 individuals (1.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,369 people. The adjustment is derived from the resident population of 4,418, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 alongside an additional 337 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level yields a density of 12.4 persons per square kilometer, offering residents substantial personal space.
The 1.2% postwar growth rate in the suburb of Narrandera trails the SA3 area (1.8%) by 0.6 percentage points, indicating competitive local momentum. Net population expansion in this territory was driven almost exclusively by overseas migration during recent timeframes. AreaSearch relies on SA2 projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this information, state projections from the NSW Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Demographic shift rates by age bracket from these files are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Over this forecast horizon, models project a contraction in the overall population, with a net reduction of 168 persons by 2041. Conversely, positive movement is anticipated within specific age brackets, particularly those aged 85 and over, which is set to rise by 69 people. Look at the age section for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
49 new dwellings have been approved in Narrandera over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That is 2.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, 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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Analysis of building approval statistics from statistical areas by AreaSearch indicates that the suburb of Narrandera averages approximately 9 new residential approvals annually. This includes an estimated 49 homes approved across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 15 approvals thus far in FY-26. Amid recent population declines, this incoming supply has likely matched buyer demand, maintaining healthy market options while new builds carry an average value of $450,000, pointing to developer concentration on upscale properties. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $5.3 million have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the region.
Relative to the Rest of NSW, the suburb of Narrandera registers approximately 57% of the building approvals per resident, placing it in the 30th percentile of all examined markets nationwide, which points to tighter choices for buyers and bolsters demand for existing homes. This volume sits beneath the national benchmark, reflecting an established urban footprint and potential regulatory constraints. Construction activity consists of 80.0% standalone homes and 20.0% townhouses or multi-unit dwellings, reinforcing the low-density landscape favored by buyers seeking space. An estimated ratio of 551 people per single dwelling approval highlights the quiet development setting. Faced with flat or shrinking population forecasts, the suburb of Narrandera is likely to encounter reduced housing constraints, creating advantageous purchasing circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Narrandera
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Narrandera, worth an estimated $41 million. A further 44 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.6 billion. 10 are already under construction and 13 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 performance is deeply linked to updates in community infrastructure, major developments, and zoning decisions. In total, 2 projects have been highlighted by AreaSearch as having a likely effect on the area. The key initiatives list features the Narrandera Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, Cedar Grove Estate, Sandigo Solar Farm, and Yarrabee Solar Farm.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Narrandera Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
This project involves the development of a detailed business case and preliminary design for a new water treatment plant in Narrandera to address chronic water quality issues. As of April 2026, the project remains in the planning phase with a $1.82 million business case underway, slated for completion in late 2027. Recent political commitments in 2026 have pledged $16 million toward construction costs to fast-track a permanent solution. The facility will investigate a capacity of 12.9 megalitres per day, utilizing advanced treatment processes to remove iron and manganese and potentially diversifying supply by incorporating Murrumbidgee River water alongside existing groundwater bores.
Cedar Grove Estate
Multi-housing development and 38-lot community title subdivision providing new residential housing options in Narrandera. Development Application DA-045-2024-2025 was submitted by MPG Built Pty Ltd with public submissions closing on 10 July 2025. The project aims to address housing demand in this regional NSW town located on the Murrumbidgee River.
Roxy Community Theatre Redevelopment
Heritage restoration and adaptive re-use of the heritage-listed Roxy Theatre to create a modern, fully accessible performing arts and community venue. Stage 1 has been completed and is operating, while Stage 2 is under construction and will deliver a flexible black box theatrette, function kitchen, education and gaming spaces, theatre management facilities and upgraded support areas.
CBD Enhancement Stage 3 - Chelmsford Place Town Square
Refurbishment of the Chelmsford Place Promenade to create a vibrant town square featuring water elements, shaded areas, heritage light poles, restored band rotunda, stage area, turf, trees, seating, and war memorial obelisks, realizing Walter Burley Griffin's original vision.
Sorelli Estate
Brand-new subdivision of 29 titled residential lots ranging from 763m2 to 1084m2 located off Karri Road, with new streets including Sorelli Place, Brodie Court and Thomas Court. Close to schools, childcare, hospital and shops.
98 Cassia Road Subdivision
An 11-acre property approved for subdivision into 31 residential lots, including a retention basin, parkland with playground and BBQ facilities. The land was sold in November 2024, but no construction updates available.
Lincoln Lifestyle Griffith Hill
An over-50s land lease community by Lincoln Place delivering approximately 186 low-maintenance homes across multiple stages. The Wellness Centre officially opened in April 2026 with a heated pool, bowling green, pickleball court, putting green and community spaces. Construction continues on the main clubhouse and later stages of the estate.
Favell Street Commercial Development
Construction of Five (5) Commercial Tenancies to be used for Specialised Retail Premises and Warehousing. The development comprises mixed-use commercial facilities in Griffith's established industrial area, providing modern warehouse and retail premises for local businesses.
1,800 residents of Narrandera are employed, from a labour force of 1,933. Unemployment sits at 6.9%, with participation at 53.6%. 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 3,571, 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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The workforce in the suburb of Narrandera presents a mix of professional and industrial roles, with strong representation in basic services and a jobless rate of 6.9% according to AreaSearch regional aggregates. As of March 2026, there are 1,800 residents in active employment. The unemployment rate exceeds the Regional NSW mark of 4.1% by 2.8%, and the participation rate of 53.6% trails the state regional average of 60.6%. Census data reveals a modest 6.9% of the workforce performs their duties from home, though local lockdown conditions during this survey period must be noted.
The primary employment sectors for local citizens are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and education & training. The area exhibits a high concentration in manufacturing, with a job share that is 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is underrepresented, making up 13.7% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% throughout Regional NSW. The relationship between the Census working population and resident figures suggests that local employment options are somewhat restricted. Aggregate data from SALM and the ABS indicates that during the year leading to March 2026, the local labor pool contracted by 3.5% while total jobs fell by 2.8%, leading to a decrease of 0.6 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% job drop, a 0.4% labor force decline, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future requirements in the suburb of Narrandera can be contextualized using national employment forecasts from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year projections are mapped onto the local workforce structure to model potential changes. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector outcomes fluctuate. Projecting these trends onto the local industry mix yields an estimated employment rise of 5.5% over five years and 12.1% over ten years, representing a simple weighted model that does not adjust for specific local population outlooks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Narrandera is $1,113 a week (about $58,000 a year), with median personal income at $626 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,274 a year against an average of $53,430. 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 ATO records for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch, taxpayers in the suburb of Narrandera earn a median income of $46,274 and an average of $53,430. These figures sit below national levels, as well as the Regional NSW median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Incorporating Wage Price Index inflation of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $51,049 (median) and $58,944 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that personal, family, and household incomes locally sit between the 8th and 15th percentiles nationwide.
The largest bracket is the $400 - 799 weekly range, accounting for 28.9% of earners (1,277 individuals), which contrasts with the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is most common at 29.9%. Even though residential expenses are low, leaving residents with 87.4% of their earnings, total disposable income falls in the 12th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Narrandera had 1,663 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 3% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $210 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 18.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential landscape in the suburb of Narrandera at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.9% standalone houses and 6.1% alternative formats like townhouses or apartments, compared to Regional NSW where houses make up 82.6% and other formats account for 17.4%. Home ownership rates matched the wider regional level of 39.5%, with the remaining properties divided between mortgaged homes (32.4%) and rental tenancies (28.2%). The median mortgage obligation was $1,083 monthly, far lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while weekly rent was recorded at $210, below the regional figure of $330.
Nationally, local mortgage commitments are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are similarly below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Narrandera counted 1,663 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 81% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise 64.2% of households, consisting of couples with offspring (21.8%), couples without offspring (27.1%), and single parents (14.0%). Non-family setups make up the remaining 35.8% of residences, with single-person households representing 33.0% and shared living arrangements at 2.6%. The typical household size of 2.3 individuals sits slightly below the Regional NSW standard of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.7% of adults in Narrandera hold a university qualification, including 10.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 28.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 772 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 897 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The local community experiences educational disparities, with university graduation rates of 13.7% falling far behind the NSW state benchmark of 32.2%. This discrepancy presents a target for focused learning programs. Bachelor degrees account for 10.2% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Practical qualifications are common, with 37.3% of citizens aged 15+ holding a vocational certificate or diploma, split between advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (28.5%). Enrolment rates are high, with 29.6% of the population engaged in study. This group is distributed across primary schooling (12.3%), secondary schooling (9.1%), and tertiary studies (1.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Narrandera reaches 120 stops on 20 routes, timetabled for about 200 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 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 transit facilities shows 120 active public transport stops operating in the suburb of Narrandera, consisting of train and bus connections. These points are serviced by 20 distinct lines, which offer 202 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is rated as highly favorable, with the typical resident residing 191 meters from their closest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary option at 92% and walking accounting for 7%. Motor vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 per residence. A relatively low 6.9% of workforce participants operate from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency stands at an average of 28 journeys daily across the network, translating to about 1 weekly trip per individual stop. The accompanying illustration maps the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
60.4% of residents in Narrandera report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 92% of areas nationally. 8.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.4 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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Substantial health difficulties exist in the suburb of Narrandera, as highlighted by mortality and chronic illness figures that affect both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private medical insurance covering approximately 48% of the community (~2,126 people). This compares to 51.9% for Regional NSW and a national benchmark of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 11.2 and 10.2% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 60.4% of residents reported having no chronic conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age cohort faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic illness rates.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 25.7% of the community (1,135 people), which is higher than the Regional NSW mark of 23.4%. Senior health metrics exhibit challenges that align generally with the broader population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Narrandera is largely Australian-born, at 93.7% of residents, with 4.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.1%) and English (29.2%). 10.0% 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 in the suburb of Narrandera is lower than average, with citizens representing 88.5% of the population, 93.7% born locally within Australia, and 95.9% speaking only English in their households. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 63.9% of residents in the suburb of Narrandera, compared to 55.9% in Regional NSW. In terms of parentage, the top three lineages reported are Australian (32.1%), English (29.2%), and Australian Aboriginal (10.0%), with the Aboriginal share being notably higher than the regional level of 4.6%. Specific minority lineages show minor variations relative to the region, including Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5% regionally), Irish at 9.2% (vs 8.8%), and German at 3.6% (vs 3.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Narrandera is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 23.2% 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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The median age of 44 years in the suburb of Narrandera matches the Regional NSW standard of 43 and sits above the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, there is a higher concentration of individuals aged 75 - 84 (9.5%) and a lower percentage aged 35 - 44 (10.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 10.5% to 13.0%, and the 75 to 84 cohort climbed from 8.2% to 9.5%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 14.2% to 12.5%, and the 45 to 54 group decreased from 11.3% to 9.9%.
By 2041, significant demographic shifts are expected, with the 85+ cohort projected to expand by 43% (68 people) to reach 228 from 159, while the 75 to 84 and 45 to 54 groups are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Narrandera
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 | May 2026 3 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 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 — 337 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,369 at the 2021 Census → 4,420 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 (SAL12915). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.