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The median house price in Newington (NSW) is $1.93m, with units at $835k. House values have moved 4.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Newington (NSW) has an estimated 5,693 residents, up from 5,648 at the 2021 Census. That puts 6,122 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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In the suburb of Newington (NSW), the population is estimated at around 5,693 as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS population updates with 11 validated new addresses since the Census. This marks an expansion of 45 people (0.8%) from the 5,648 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Such demographic estimates follow AreaSearch's review of the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside the 5,693 resident population figure. Demographically, this concentration produces a density ratio of 6,121 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch and highlighting intense demand for local land.
Recent population gains were heavily underpinned by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 70.0% of the overall increase. Future demographic modeling for the suburb of Newington (NSW) incorporates 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections based in 2022, supplemented where necessary by 2022 NSW State Government SA2 releases using 2021 as the base year. Age cohort growth rates across these aggregations are further utilized for 2032 to 2041. Over the coming years, population growth is projected to sit above median for Australian statistical areas, with local population expanding by 974 persons to 2041 across aggregated SA2-level projections, equating to an overall rise of 17.1% over the 16 years.
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Residential planning data compiled by AreaSearch from ABS building approvals indicates that Newington averages roughly 3 new dwelling approvals per year. Across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), an estimated 19 homes gained approval, with 4 recorded so far in FY-25. Amid prior population declines, residential supply has aligned well with demand to maintain a balanced market featuring favorable options for buyers, with new homes approved at an average expected construction cost of $487,000. In terms of non-residential development, minimal activity has taken place, evidenced by just $52,000 in approved commercial projects this financial year.
Building activity across Newington lags significantly behind regional benchmarks, tracking 90.0% below the per capita average for Greater Sydney. This relative lack of new residential supply tends to reinforce pricing and buyer interest across established stock. Construction levels also track below average nationally, highlighting the established nature of the suburb alongside potential planning limitations. Recent residential development consists of 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% townhouses or apartments, a higher-density focus that supports accessible entry points for downsizers, first-home purchasers, and investors. Representing approximately 1138 people per approval, the suburb demonstrates clear characteristics of a mature urban locality. Longer-term demographic forecasts from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate suggest Newington will add 974 residents through to 2041. If residential construction volumes remain at prevailing levels, future housing additions could fall short of population gains, placing upward pressure on property values and intensifying buyer competition.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Newington (NSW), worth an estimated $90 million. A further 122 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $58.8 billion. 40 are already under construction and 43 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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Local infrastructure programs, major developments, and urban planning initiatives play a decisive role in shaping community growth. A total of 15 key projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having significant relevance to the area. Notable undertakings include the Club Ryde Ex Mixed Use Development, the 287-295 Victoria Road Development, the Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 project, and the Newington Reserve Upgrade.
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Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 is a 10 km extension connecting Stage 1 and the Parramatta CBD to Sydney Olympic Park via Camellia, Rydalmere, Ermington, Melrose Park and Wentworth Point. Split into two phases, Stage 2a covers 4.5 km of dual track with nine stops from Camellia to Wentworth Point, while enabling works by John Holland include a 320 metre bridge across the Parramatta River. Main works procurement for Stage 2a commenced in early 2026 ahead of major construction.
Hill Road Upgrade
A major road upgrade delivered by Transport for NSW to improve connectivity between Sydney Olympic Park, Lidcombe and the Carter Street Precinct. The project upgrades Hill Road between Parramatta Road and Bombay Street to the south and Old Hill Link to the north, spanning the City of Parramatta and Cumberland local government areas. Key features include upgrading the Hill Road intersection with Parramatta Road, widening the M4 Motorway eastbound exit ramp onto Hill Road and signalising its intersection, protecting the existing Hill Road/M4 overbridge piers, widening Hill Road between Carter Street and John Ian Wing Parade, adding a new fourth approach at the John Ian Wing Parade intersection via Stockyard Boulevard, widening John Ian Wing Parade on the western approach from the bridge over Haslams Creek, and upgrading the Birnie Avenue intersection with Parramatta Road to allow B-double turning movements.New and improved shared user paths for pedestrians and cyclists are being built on both sides of Hill Road. The upgrade will improve road capacity to meet future traffic growth, support housing delivery in the Carter Street Precinct, improve access to Sydney Olympic Park during major events, and enhance connectivity to Wentworth Point, Newington and Lidcombe. Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure was awarded the delivery contract in January 2025, with investigation works starting 28 January 2025 and main construction commencing 24 March 2025. As at July 2026 construction is well advanced, with works progressing across Parramatta Road, Carter Street, Birnie Avenue and the M4 eastbound off-ramp under day and night shifts in a live traffic environment. Recent activity includes extended night closures of the M4 eastbound off-ramp for pavement and kerb work through August 2026, and an extension of the temporary pedestrian detour on Birnie Avenue to 20 September 2026. An addendum Review of Environmental Factors covering tree clearing was published in October 2025. The project is funded through the $140 million Housing Acceleration Fund administered by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, and is expected to take a minimum of two years to complete.
The Concourse at Lidcombe
DOOLEYS is redeveloping its Lidcombe Catholic Club as The Concourse at Lidcombe, a major hospitality and events upgrade delivered with Buildcorp. Works are underway and include refurbished club facilities, new restaurants, bars and cafes, upgraded arrivals on John Street and Church Street, improved member areas, childrens play facilities, extra parking, and a dedicated functions and events centre with capacity for up to 500 guests. The project is being delivered in stages while the club remains operational, with major new destinations expected to open through the redevelopment period.
Central Lidcombe Multi-Storey Warehouse
Central is a pioneering 2-level, 5-Star Green Star warehouse facility spanning up to 40,000sqm. Designed by Hale Capital Partners and LaSalle Investment Management, it features 10 individual tenancies from 3,000sqm. Located alongside the M4 Motorway, it includes dual-level flexible warehousing spaces, ground to first floor height of 11.5m, B-Double access, dedicated EV charging, and extensive hardstand areas. Practical completion is expected in Q2 2026.
Bennelong Parkway Pedestrian and Cyclist Bridge
Construction of a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Haslams Creek adjacent to the existing Bennelong Parkway vehicle bridge, along with connecting shared paths on either end. This project completes the Homebush Bay Circuit, providing continuous off-road foreshore access between Wentworth Point, Rhodes, and Sydney Olympic Park, enhancing active transport connectivity across the Olympic Peninsula.
Sydney Olympic Park Master Plan 2050
Approved NSW Government master plan guiding staged redevelopment of Sydney Olympic Park over about 25 years to 2050. The plan replaces Master Plan 2030 and enables up to 15,000 homes, a minimum 5% affordable housing, capacity for up to 26,000 jobs, new schools, community sport and leisure facilities, a library and community hub, a cultural centre, new public open spaces, playgrounds and sports fields, while protecting 430 hectares of parklands, wetlands and public open space and supporting a walkable, car-lite precinct linked to Sydney Metro West and other transport upgrades.
Dawn Melrose Park
Stage 5 of the $5 billion Melrose Park masterplan, a joint venture between Sekisui House Australia and Hankyu Hanshin Properties. Features 368 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments plus penthouses across six low-rise buildings (6-10 storeys). Designed by GroupGSA, it includes rooftop gardens, a large central courtyard spanning almost two hectares, and sustainability initiatives including energy networks and app-based management. Located less than 150m from the future Melrose Park Town Centre and adjacent to Central Park.Construction commenced November 2025, built by Decode. Part of a broader urban renewal delivering 5,500 homes, mixed-use town centre, 50,000sqm of green space, and future Melrose Park High School.
Auburn Basketball Centre of Excellence
Construction has commenced on the Auburn Basketball Centre of Excellence at Wyatt Park. The project will deliver two additional indoor basketball courts, a gym, hot and cold recovery spaces, sport science and sports medicine areas, a film room, office and meeting rooms, player and spectator amenities, and associated access, parking and landscaping works. The centre is intended to support the Sydney Kings, Sydney Flames, Hoops Capital Academy and local community basketball pathways.
3,592 residents of Newington (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 3,651. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 79.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,623, about 116% of 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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Newington features a highly qualified labor force characterized by significant professional services participation, a notably low unemployment rate of 1.6%, and an estimated 3.9% expansion in employment over the past year based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, employed residents reached 3,592, with local unemployment sitting 2.5% below the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney. Workforce participation reached 79.5%, considerably higher than the 68.9% benchmark for Greater Sydney. Furthermore, 56.5% of working residents noted working from home at the Census, although these responses reflect the influence of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
Primary employment sectors for local workers comprise health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The community exhibits a strong concentration in education & training, employing 1.2 times the regional representation. Conversely, the construction industry represents an employment share of only 5.1% in Newington relative to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. Census metrics show a balance of 1.0 workers for each resident, reflecting substantial access to local employment. According to AreaSearch's assessment of ABS and SALM figures aggregated from surrounding areas, the past 12-month period delivered a 3.9% rise in employment alongside a 3.5% increase in the labor pool, reducing the local unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. Across Greater Sydney over the same timeframe, employment grew by 1.9%, the labor force expanded by 1.9%, and unemployment edged down slightly. Looking ahead, national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 project employment to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry variations exist. Applying these sectoral trajectories to Newington's occupational profile indicates potential local job increases of 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting calculation that does not factor in localized population projections).
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Median household income in Newington (NSW) is $2,465 a week (about $128,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,070 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,075 a year against an average of $71,649. 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 from AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Newington recorded a median income of $60,075 and an average of $71,649, exceeding national benchmarks while comparing to Greater Sydney figures of $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average). Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $66,275 for median income and $79,043 for average income as of March 2026. Across 2021 Census measures, local personal, family, and household earnings placed between the 84th and 90th percentiles nationwide. The largest earnings band comprises 32.2% of residents (1,833 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with the regional proportion of 30.9%.
Affluence is prominent, with 40.7% generating weekly incomes above $3,000, which underpins local high-end retail and services. Although housing costs account for 17.1% of income, disposable earnings sit at the 87th percentile, and the suburb attains a SEIFA income placement in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Newington (NSW) had 1,922 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 39% detached houses and 44% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $560 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 94% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, Newington's residential stock comprised 39.0% separate houses and 61.1% medium-to-high density dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the Sydney metro split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stood at 26.1%, slightly under Sydney metro levels, while mortgaged homes accounted for 41.9% and private rentals represented 31.9%. The median monthly mortgage payment reached $2,500 compared to $2,427 across Sydney metro, and median weekly rent was $560 against the metropolitan benchmark of $470. Relative to national figures, Newington's repayments significantly exceed the Australian mortgage median of $1,863 and the Australian rent median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Newington (NSW) counted 1,922 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family arrangements constitute 82.0% of all households in the area, led by couples with children at 49.7%, childless couples at 23.2%, and single parent households at 8.3%. The remaining 18.0% consists of non-family living situations, comprising single-person households at 16.3% and group arrangements at 1.7%. The local median household size sits at 2.9 people, exceeding the 2.7 benchmark recorded across Greater Sydney.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.2% of adults in Newington (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 33.8% with a bachelor degree and 15.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 90% of areas nationally. A further 9.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 672 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,114 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 in Newington are well above broader standards, with 52.2% of residents aged 15+ possessing university credentials, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of academic achievement supports strong engagement in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are held by 33.8% of the adult population, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Technical and vocational credentials represent 20.3% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (9.7%). Participation in formal learning across Newington is substantial, with 32.6% of the local population currently engaged in study.
Within this student population, primary schooling accounts for 12.3%, secondary education represents 8.7%, and tertiary courses make up 6.2%.
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Public transport in Newington (NSW) reaches 27 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 2,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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Commuting infrastructure in Newington is supported by 27 active public transport stops providing bus connections across 8 distinct routes, which generate 2,489 weekly passenger trips. Overall transport access is strong, with local residents situated an average of 168 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the suburb's residential focus, outward travel is common, with private vehicle use dominating at 78%, followed by 9% using train services and 5% walking. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling. At the 2021 Census, a notable 56.5% of working residents reported working from home, reflecting conditions during COVID-19.
Transit service schedules across all active routes maintain an average of 355 trips per day, delivering roughly 92 weekly departures for each individual stop.
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81.6% of residents in Newington (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 95% of areas nationally. 2.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.7 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness and mortality statistics, health outcomes across Newington are exceptionally positive, featuring low rates of common medical conditions across every age segment. Furthermore, private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by roughly 55% of all residents (~3,145 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Among reported health conditions in the locality, asthma and mental health challenges represent the most prevalent, impacting 5.5 and 4.0% of residents, respectively. A substantial 81.6% of residents indicated no chronic health conditions, exceeding the 74.6% benchmark observed across Greater Sydney.
Older residents aged 65 and over make up 11.9% of the population (677 people), below the 15.5% share for Greater Sydney, with senior health indicators showing solid alignment with national benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
50.1% of Newington (NSW) residents were born overseas and 53.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (21.6%) and Korean (12.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is pronounced across Newington, where 50.1% of the resident base was born overseas and 53.7% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation at 47.9% of the population. Notably, Buddhism exhibits distinct overrepresentation, accounting for 4.8% of local residents compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplaces, the most prominent groups in Newington comprise Chinese ancestry at 21.6% (compared to 8.4% regionally), Other backgrounds at 15.0%, and Korean heritage at 12.0% (substantially above the 1.1% regional figure). Additional notable community representations include Filipino residents at 3.5% (vs 2.0% regionally), Russian ancestry at 0.5% (vs 0.4%), and Sri Lankan heritage at 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Newington (NSW) is 39. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 20.7% 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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Age distributions in Newington align closely with Greater Sydney benchmarks, with the largest divergence across the four broad cohorts measuring 7.9 percentage points. As of August 2026, the estimated median age is 39, up from 38 at the 2021 Census and 2 years higher than the Greater Sydney Census median of 37. Since that Census, the proportion of residents aged 45 - 64 (middle aged and young retirees) increased from 27.1% to an estimated 30.5%. Projections to 2041 indicate this 45 - 64 cohort will see the greatest numerical increase, growing by 921 residents (53%) to 2,657.
The fastest proportional growth is anticipated in the 65+ retiree and senior bracket, projected to climb 83% to 1,243, while counts of children and younger adults are forecast to contract.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Newington (NSW)
8 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 3 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 Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 11 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,648 at the 2021 Census → 5,693 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 (SAL12962). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.