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The median house price in New Lambton Heights is $1.28m, with units at $890k. House values have moved 4.0% a year compounded over five years.
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New Lambton Heights has an estimated 2,453 residents, down from 2,610 at the 2021 Census — a change of 157 people, or 6.0%. That puts 852 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of broader regional ABS demographic updates alongside 9 validated new addresses confirmed following the Census, the suburb of New Lambton Heights has an estimated count of approximately 2,444 residents as per the ABS June 2025 ERP release, moving to around 2,453 as of Aug 2026. This marks a contraction of 157 people (6.0%) from the 2,610 individuals documented at the 2021 Census. With 851 persons per square kilometer, the population density aligns closely with typical levels identified across comparable locations evaluated by AreaSearch. In recent times, population additions were predominantly propelled by natural increase, which made up around 51.0% of total local gains.
For projected figures, AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 modelling released in 2024 using 2022 as its baseline, supplemented by 2022-released NSW State Government SA2 projections founded on 2021 where necessary. Age-specific trajectory rates derived from these datasets are further utilized across all zones between 2032 and 2041. Based on expected demographic patterns, the suburb of New Lambton Heights is anticipated to achieve growth outpacing the median for Australia's non-metropolitan territories, expanding by 297 persons by 2041 under consolidated SA2 estimations, representing an overall rise of 11.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
26 new dwellings have been approved in New Lambton Heights over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch's review of ABS residential building approvals apportioned from statistical boundaries indicates that the locality averages roughly 5 approved dwellings annually, accumulating to around 26 approved residences across the preceding 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 5 residential permits have been documented. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, an average of 1.5 incoming residents per year arrived for every home constructed, demonstrating a balanced relationship between residential demand and incoming stock that supports market stability. Approved residential builds carry an average estimated construction cost of $516,000, marginally exceeding regional benchmarks and pointing toward superior build quality, whereas recorded commercial approvals for the current financial year stand at $158,000, pointing to subdued commercial building activity.
Recent residential construction approvals are evenly split between detached houses at 50.0% and medium-to-high density formats such as townhouses or apartments at 50.0%. Offering practical price points for first-time purchasers, downsizers, and property investors, this focus marks a clear departure from the established neighborhood fabric, where detached houses account for 98.0% of existing dwellings. This transition highlights a tightening availability of greenfield land alongside shifting resident preferences toward varied residential options. A ratio of 444 residents per single approved dwelling highlights the subdued, tranquil pace of local construction. According to demographic projections from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release, the neighborhood is forecast to expand by 288 residents through to 2041. While current dwelling approvals generally match anticipated demographic trends, expanding resident numbers could lead to more competitive conditions among prospective buyers.
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 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside New Lambton Heights, worth an estimated $835 million. A further 33 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.84 billion. 5 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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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Strategic developments, capital projects, and planning changes exert a substantial influence on an area's trajectory, with AreaSearch cataloging 9 key initiatives poised to shape the surrounding district. Major undertakings include the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, the Vida - 2 Turrug Street Whitebridge development, the Lambton Park Master Plan, and the 25 Marshall Street Residential Development, with key details outlined below.
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John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
The $835 million John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct is a major redevelopment of the John Hunter and John Hunter Children's Hospitals. The centerpiece is a new seven-storey Acute Services Building delivering an expanded Emergency Department, 22 operating theatres, increased ICU capacity, and specialized care units. Construction is advancing rapidly toward completion in 2026, followed by operational commissioning and subsequent refurbishment works.
25 Marshall Street Residential Development
Application for demolition of an existing dwelling and erection of four two-storey dwellings on a 1,492 my site in a residential suburb.
Lambton Park Master Plan
A comprehensive master plan approved by Newcastle Council to guide the future development of Lambton Park. The plan focuses on enhancing facilities, community engagement, heritage preservation, and recreational opportunities while maintaining the park as an open green space. Key developments include Lambton Pool upgrades, heritage rotunda preservation, improved accessibility, tennis courts, bowling club facilities, childrens playgrounds, walking tracks, and the transformation of the former Baby Health Centre into a modern cafe.
Westfield Kotara Mixed-Use Redevelopment
Scentre Group is progressing plans for a significant mixed-use redevelopment of the Westfield Kotara site to create a 'town centre of the future.' The project involves integrating high-density residential housing with the established retail hub, utilizing approximately 60% of existing land currently used for car parks. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to deliver over 16,000 dwellings across several Westfield destinations by leveraging strategic masterplanning. The redevelopment aims to enhance community connectivity by adding a substantial residential component near transport and shopping infrastructure.
Duncan Close Residential Development
Staged residential development comprising 49 multi-dwelling homes and a 50 lot community title subdivision with internal roads, landscaping, shared open space and associated civil works. The project received development approval from the City of Newcastle and has subsequently progressed to construction, with a Principal Certifier appointment lodged in early 2026.
Newcastle Inner City Bypass - Rankin Park to Jesmond
The 3.4 km Rankin Park to Jesmond section is the fifth and final stage of the Newcastle Inner City Bypass. Construction has reached a major milestone with the bypass alignment fully connected and all major bridges completed. Remaining works include final road surfacing, northern interchange ramps, traffic systems, shared user paths and landscaping before opening. The project will remove up to 30000 vehicles per day from surrounding local roads, improve access to John Hunter Hospital, reduce travel times and enhance pedestrian and cyclist connections.
Wests Group Townhouse Development
A residential development proposing to demolish four existing homes and construct 10 two-storey townhouses to provide modern housing options in the established New Lambton area. The development aims to deliver contemporary family accommodation in a sought-after location close to amenities and transport links.
Kotara Transport Oriented Development Precinct
The Kotara Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Precinct is a state-led rezoning initiative aimed at increasing housing supply within 400m of Kotara station. The planning controls, which became effective in May 2024, facilitate mid-rise residential flat buildings and shop-top housing with heights up to 22m. The precinct development is integrated with the Safe Accessible Transport (SAT) program, which is delivering a major accessibility upgrade to Kotara Station including new lifts, a new kiss and ride zone, and improved pedestrian connections to support the projected increase in local residents.
1,260 residents of New Lambton Heights are employed, from a labour force of 1,308. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 66.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,170, about 2.1 times the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Local residents constitute an exceptionally qualified labor pool with strong involvement across essential service industries, maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.7% according to AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 1,260 local individuals are employed, with joblessness tracking 0.4% lower than the 4.1% seen across Regional NSW. Economic engagement remains notably elevated, showing a participation rate of 66.3% compared against 60.6% across Regional NSW. At the Census, working from home was reported by 31.7% of employed locals, an outcome potentially shaped by pandemic-related movement restrictions. Professional activity among local workers is predominantly concentrated within health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical sectors.
Representation in health care & social assistance is particularly pronounced, tracking at 1.4 times regional levels. Conversely, primary industries show very low engagement, with agriculture, forestry & fishing engaging only 0.2% of the local workforce relative to 5.3% across Regional NSW. Generating 2.7 jobs for each resident worker at the Census, the locality serves as a substantial regional employment destination, drawing in personnel from neighboring districts. AreaSearch examination of ABS and SALM regional data shows that across the 12 months leading to March 2026, the area saw a 1.7% contraction in total labor force alongside a 2.9% drop in employed positions, lifting local unemployment by 1.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% dip in employment, a 0.4% decline in the workforce, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in joblessness. National employment modelling from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provides broader context regarding future occupational trends across New Lambton Heights over five-year and ten-year horizons. Nationally, employment is projected to climb by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with sector-level variations. When applied to the local workforce distribution, these projections indicate potential employment growth of 7.3% across five years and 15.2% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighted calculation without adjustments for localized demographic shifts).
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Median household income in New Lambton Heights is $2,742 a week (about $143,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,087 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $72,100 a year against an average of $87,657. 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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Figures compiled by AreaSearch from postcode-level ATO records for financial year 2023 place the median taxpayer income at $72,100 and the average at $87,657. These statistics highlight substantial earnings compared to national benchmarks, far outstripping Regional NSW figures of $52,390 for median income and $65,215 for average income. Factoring in Wage Price Index movement of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 reach approximately $79,541 for the median and $96,703 for the average. In the 2021 Census, personal, family, and household earnings all tracked between the 85th and 94th percentiles across Australia.
Examining income distribution shows that 30.2% of residents (740 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket, matching the 29.9% regional rate. Substantial local affluence is evident with 46.5% of earners receiving over $3,000 weekly, providing strong support for higher-end retail and services. Furthermore, households retain 88.8% of earnings once housing expenses are met, placing the area in the 8th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
New Lambton Heights had 873 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 1% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 13% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $483 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,330 a month. Rent absorbs 17.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that the residential landscape of New Lambton Heights is dominated by detached houses at 97.7%, with semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and other configurations accounting for just 2.3%, contrasting with Regional NSW where houses represent 82.6% and other formats comprise 17.4%. Outright property ownership stands at 41.6%, exceeding the regional baseline, while 45.5% of residences carry a mortgage and 12.9% are tenanted. Typical housing costs are substantial: median monthly home loan repayments reach $2,330 against $1,733 regionally and $1,863 nationally, while median weekly rent sits at $483 compared to $330 in Regional NSW and $375 across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
New Lambton Heights counted 873 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 86% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the overwhelming majority of local households at 84.9%, consisting of couples with children at 43.3%, couples without children at 29.9%, and single parent households at 11.1%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.1%, encompassing single-person households at 12.9% and group arrangements at 1.8%. The typical household size sits at 2.9 people, exceeding the Regional NSW benchmark of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
44.7% of adults in New Lambton Heights hold a university qualification, including 28.2% with a bachelor degree and 12.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 17.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 53 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,117 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 credentials in New Lambton Heights track well above standard reference marks, with tertiary degrees held by 44.7% of residents aged 15+, outperforming the 21.3% documented in Rest of NSW and 26.1% across the broader SA4 region. This high attainment level establishes a strong foundation for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most widespread higher education qualification at 28.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 12.6% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Practical and trade certifications are likewise prominent, with vocational credentials held by 28.2% of residents aged 15+, split between advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 17.1%.
Participation in formal learning is extensive, encompassing 34.0% of the local population. Within this cohort, 12.1% are undertaking primary education, 9.6% are attending secondary school, and 6.6% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
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Public transport in New Lambton Heights reaches 28 stops on 42 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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The local transit network features 28 operational bus stops across New Lambton Heights, connected by 42 distinct routes that generate 1,958 weekly services. Commuter convenience is high, with typical walking distances of 138 meters to the closest transit stop. Given the area's residential character, outward travel is standard, and private vehicles remain the dominant choice at 93%. Households maintain an average of 1.8 motor vehicles, exceeding regional standards, while 31.7% of workers reported working from home in the 2021 Census under prevailing COVID-19 circumstances. Transit schedules deliver an average of 279 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 69 weekly departures for each transit stop.
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68.9% of residents in New Lambton Heights report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 61.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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 indicators in New Lambton Heights are notably favorable according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with both younger cohorts and older demographics experiencing limited occurrences of common health conditions. A significant 62% of residents (1,508 people) hold private health insurance, surpassing the 51.9% regional rate and the national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent ongoing health conditions reported by residents are asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 8.9 and 8.4% of the population respectively, whereas 68.9% stated they have no medical ailments, outperforming the 63.3% figure for Regional NSW.
Favorable health outcomes are evident among residents under 65. The proportion of residents aged 65 and over sits at 18.1% (443 people), lower than the 23.3% observed across Regional NSW, with senior residents exhibiting exceptional health metrics that rank even more favorably against national figures than the wider local populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
New Lambton Heights is largely Australian-born, at 85.3% of residents, with 7.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.4%) and Australian (26.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures in the suburb of New Lambton Heights fall below standard regional levels, with Australian-born individuals accounting for 85.3% of the community, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 92.7% speaking solely English in the home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 48.9% of local residents. The most noticeable deviation from broader patterns occurs with Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the community compared to 0.1% throughout Regional NSW. Examining parental country of birth reveals that the three primary ancestries represented in New Lambton Heights are English (29.4%), Australian (26.1%), and Irish (11.1%).
Further notable representations include residents of Welsh descent making up 1.2% locally versus 0.5% across the wider region, Scottish heritage accounting for 9.7% against 8.0% regionally, and Polish background comprising 1.0% compared with 0.5% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of New Lambton Heights is 41. 22.0% 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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Relative to Regional NSW, the demographic balance in the suburb of New Lambton Heights leans younger. Current estimates updated to August 2026 indicate that 32.6% of residents belong to the 0 - 24 youth bracket compared to 29.3% across Regional NSW, while 18.1% are aged 65+, noticeably lower than the regional proportion of 23.3%. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 41, remaining level with the 2021 Census and sitting 2 years lower than the Regional NSW median of 43 recorded at that Census. The 25 - 44 age cohort has increased from 21.7% at the Census to an estimated 23.4%, and this group is forecast to generate the largest demographic addition by 2041, increasing by 143 (25%) to reach 717.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for New Lambton Heights
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 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 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 — 9 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,610 at the 2021 Census → 2,453 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 (SAL12952). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.