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The median house price in Narrandera is $420k, with units at $480k. House values have moved 11.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Narrandera has an estimated 4,398 residents, up from 4,369 at the 2021 Census. 339 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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In the suburb of Narrandera, current population levels reach approximately 4,398 as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS demographic updates with 339 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. When compared to the 2021 Census tally of 4,369 people, this indicates an expansion of 29 people (0.7%). Such growth aligns with the resident population figure of 4,395 determined by AreaSearch via the June 2025 ABS ERP data release alongside post-Census address additions. The local living environment remains uncrowded, featuring a density ratio of 12.3 persons per square kilometer.
Furthermore, the 0.7% growth since census places the locality within 1.2 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (1.9%), reflecting sound demographic momentum driven almost exclusively by overseas migration in recent times. Projections for the suburb of Narrandera incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia 2024 SA2 datasets based on 2022 benchmarks, supplemented by 2022 NSW State Government SA2 series with a 2021 base year where needed, with cohort trends extended from 2032 to 2041. Under this modeling framework, overall headcount is forecast to experience a reduction of 179 persons by 2041. Even with this broader contraction, certain demographics will see positive gains, most notably within the 85 and over age group, which is slated to rise by 64 people. <i>See the age section for more details.</i>
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
43 new dwellings have been approved in Narrandera over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 2.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 15, 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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Residential planning approvals across Narrandera have averaged roughly 8 dwellings annually according to AreaSearch data sourced from ABS statistics. Over the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), an estimated 43 homes received development clearance, including 15 so far in FY-25. Given recent demographic contractions, this volume of construction represents a balanced supply for purchasers, with newly approved residences recording an expected average construction value of $424,000. Meanwhile, non-residential building activity remains modest, recording $5.3 million in commercial approvals this financial year. Per-capita building activity in Narrandera sits at roughly half the level observed in Rest of NSW, positioning the locality in the 46th percentile of areas assessed nationally.
Although residential approvals have accelerated recently, constrained development reinforces interest in existing housing stock and highlights potential planning limitations typical of an established settlement. The composition of new approvals heavily favors standalone housing, with 89.0% detached dwellings and 11.0% attached dwellings, maintaining low-density living tailored for buyers seeking spacious properties. Currently, an estimated count of 327 people per dwelling approval underlines this subdued, low-volume development setting. Anticipated demographic stagnation or reduction indicates that Narrandera is likely to experience easing housing demand pressures, presenting favorable conditions for future home purchasers.
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 $1.71 billion. 10 are already under construction and 15 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 economic momentum and community development are closely tied to planning frameworks and capital investments. AreaSearch has pinpointed 2 projects expected to influence the district, with key initiatives encompassing 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.
1,801 residents of Narrandera are employed, from a labour force of 1,934. Unemployment sits at 6.9%, with participation at 53.8%. 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 3,548, 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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Narrandera sustains a balanced workforce distribution between blue-collar and white-collar roles alongside solid representation in essential services. Based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations, 1,801 residents are in work as of March 2026, while the local unemployment rate of 6.9% exceeds the 4.1% benchmark of Regional NSW by 2.8%. Local economic engagement is further tempered by a participation rate of 53.8%, which trails the 60.6% recorded across Regional NSW. Furthermore, Census records show that a modest 6.9% of workers operated from home, a metric that may have been shaped by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
Local employment is anchored primarily by health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and education & training. The area exhibits a significant concentration in manufacturing, where its share of employment stands at 2.3 times the regional standard. In contrast, health care & social assistance accounts for 13.7% of resident jobs, falling below the regional benchmark of 16.9%. Comparisons between Census working population numbers and the local resident base indicate a relatively constrained internal job market. According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM records across broader areas, the year leading to March 2026 saw a 3.4% reduction in the local labour force alongside a 2.8% decrease in total employment, yielding a 0.6 percentage points drop in the unemployment rate. Over the identical timeframe, Regional NSW witnessed employment decline by 0.9%, the labour force contract by 0.4%, and unemployment climb by 0.5 percentage points. Future workplace demand can be assessed against Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26, which anticipate nationwide job growth of 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with distinct variations among sectors. Mapping these trends against Narrandera's industry profile suggests that local employment may expand by 5.5% over five years and 12.1% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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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ATO data at the postcode level compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that personal earnings in the suburb of Narrandera sit below the nationwide standard, recording a median of $46,274 and an average of $53,430. These results compare to Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average). Accounting for a 10.32% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $51,049 for median income and $58,944 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places personal, family, and household earnings between the 8th and 15th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows a peak in the $400 - 799 weekly bracket, which represents 28.9% of earners (1,271 residents), whereas the broader territory is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 tier at 29.9%. Even though low housing outlays leave residents retaining 87.4% of their earnings, overall disposable income tracks at the 12th percentile nationwide.
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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At the time of the latest Census, residential dwellings in Narrandera were overwhelmingly configured as standalone houses at 93.9%, while semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and other formats made up 6.1%, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings across Regional NSW. Outright property ownership mirrored the broader region exactly at 39.5%, with 32.4% of homes carrying a mortgage and 28.2% occupied by tenants. Housing costs remain comparatively low: the local median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083 compared to $1,733 regionally and $1,863 nationally, while the median weekly rent stood at $210, well under the Regional NSW rate of $330 and the national mark 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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Family units constitute 64.2% of households locally, formed by couples without children (27.1%), couples with children (21.8%), and single parent families (14.0%). The remaining 35.8% consists of non-family living arrangements, primarily lone person households at 33.0% along with group households at 2.6%. The typical household size stands at 2.3 people, tracking slightly lower than the Regional NSW average 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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Higher education qualifications represent an area of development locally, with 13.7% of residents holding university degrees compared to the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. Attainment is led by bachelor degrees at 10.2%, with postgraduate qualifications at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Conversely, vocational and technical training is widely held, with 37.3% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including certificates held by 28.5% and advanced diplomas held by 8.8%. Engagement with formal schooling is prominent across the locality, involving 29.6% of residents. Breaking down current participation, primary school attendees account for 12.3%, secondary school students comprise 9.1%, and 1.9% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Narrandera reaches 121 stops on 20 routes, timetabled for about 170 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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Public transit infrastructure within Narrandera comprises 121 active transport stops supporting train and buses across 20 distinct routes, generating 173 weekly passenger trips. Local proximity is strong, with an average distance of 191 meters to the nearest transport stop. Given the area's residential profile, commuting is largely outward-bound, with private vehicles accounting for 92% of travel and 7% of journeys completed on foot. Households maintain an average of 1.4 vehicles per dwelling, while 6.9% of residents worked from home at the 2021 Census under possible COVID-19 influences. Network schedules provide an average frequency of 24 trips per day across the collective route system, which translates to approximately 1 weekly trips per individual stop.
A geographic view of the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint is presented in the associated mapping.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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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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Health assessments by AreaSearch based on mortality statistics and chronic disease occurrences highlight notable wellbeing issues across age brackets in Narrandera, which are paired with low private health insurance uptake at approximately 48% of the community (~2,116 people). This rate falls below the Regional NSW proportion of 51.9% and the national baseline of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma represent the leading diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 11.2% and 10.2% of residents respectively, while 60.4% reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age residents face elevated chronic illness rates, while seniors aged 65 and over make up 25.9% of the population (1,139 people), higher than the 23.3% seen across Regional NSW, with senior health indicators broadly matching broader community 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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Demographic indicators reflect a homogenous cultural setting in Narrandera, where 88.5% of residents hold Australian citizenship, 93.7% were born in Australia, and 95.9% communicate exclusively in English at home. Christianity is the predominant faith, practiced by 63.9% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding parental lineage, the primary backgrounds reported in Narrandera are Australian at 32.1%, English at 29.2%, and Australian Aboriginal at 10.0%, which is well above the regional share of 4.6%. Notable variations are also apparent across other heritages, including Irish ancestry at 9.2% (versus 8.8% regionally), German at 3.6% (versus 3.1%), and Welsh at 0.6% (versus 0.5%).
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 age distribution in the suburb of Narrandera aligns closely with regional norms, showing a maximum variance of 3.6 percentage points compared to Regional NSW. AreaSearch assesses the local median age at 44 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census figure and sitting 1 year above the Regional NSW Census median of 43, while Australia recorded a median of 38. Since the Census, the proportion of residents aged 45 - 64 has declined from 25.2% to an estimated 22.8%. Looking forward to 2041, the 25 - 44 age cohort is projected to expand the most, adding 59 residents (7%) to total 934, whereas contractions are anticipated across younger cohorts as well as middle aged and young retiree brackets.
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 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 | 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 — 339 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,369 at the 2021 Census → 4,398 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 (SAL12915). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.