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The median house price in North Lambton is $1.04m, with units at $825k. House values have moved 6.9% a year compounded over five years.
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North Lambton has an estimated 3,530 residents, up from 3,454 at the 2021 Census — a change of 76 people, or 2.2%. That puts 2,736 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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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census North Lambton's population is estimated at around 3,530 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 76 people (2.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,454 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,522, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 31 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,736 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
North Lambton's 2.2% growth since census positions it within 2.7 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (4.9%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, an above median population growth of national non-metropolitan areas is projected, with the area expected to grow by 752 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting recording a gain of 21.1% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
38 new dwellings have been approved in North Lambton over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 2.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, North Lambton has seen around 7 new homes approved per year, with an estimated 38 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 4 so far in FY-26. With an average of 1.4 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem well-matched, fostering stable market dynamics, while new homes are being built at an average value of $428,000—slightly above the regional average—suggesting a focus on quality developments.
Also, $510,000 in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. When measured against Rest of NSW, North Lambton records markedly lower building activity (60.0% below regional average per person). This scarcity of new properties typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. This level is similarly under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. New development consists of 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% townhouses or apartments. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns (currently 86.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 703 people per dwelling approval, North Lambton reflects a highly mature market. Looking ahead, North Lambton is expected to grow by 744 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.
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 North Lambton. A further 25 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.94 billion. 8 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. 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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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 9 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Callaghan Campus Heart, 9 Gothic Street Student Accommodation, Former Waratah Gasworks Redevelopment, and 93 Blue Gum Road Co-Living Development, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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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.
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.
9 Gothic Street Student Accommodation
DA approved three-storey Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development with 53 self-contained studio units, 12 car spaces, expansive indoor and outdoor communal areas, and a rooftop garden. It is strategically located adjacent to the University of Newcastle's Callaghan Campus. The DA-approved site is currently for sale via Expression of Interest, indicating the project is currently on hold or transitioning to a new developer. Expected end value over $17.5 million upon completion.
Shortland Waters Retirement Village
A master-planned retirement community set on the Shortland Waters Golf Course featuring modern villas and comprehensive amenities including a community centre, gym, hair salon, and library. Stages 4 and 5 comprise 167 independent living units valued at $110 million, currently in construction and delivery phases. The complete development aims to provide 300 dwellings for a low-maintenance lifestyle for retirees in the Hunter region.
Former Waratah Gasworks Remediation
A $25 million NSW Government project to remediate contaminated residential land at the former Waratah Gasworks site, which operated from 1889 to 1926. Works cover 13 properties on Ellis and Turton Roads, involving demolition, excavation, and removal of over 20,000 tonnes of contaminated material including a 56-metre underground gasholder, tar wells, and purifier beds containing cyanide, lead, and benzo(a)pyrene. Eleven lots have been remediated; seven properties are being rebuilt by the government, four will be sold as remediated vacant land, and two remain under remediation.Home construction commenced July 2025 and is expected to be complete by mid-2026.
Hunter Indoor Sports Centre (HISC)
A proposed 12-court multi-purpose indoor sports complex on Wallarah and Blackley Ovals in New Lambton, designed to replace the ageing 1970s Newcastle Basketball Stadium at Broadmeadow which must be vacated by early 2028 to make way for the Broadmeadow Place Strategy housing redevelopment. The facility includes a 2,000-seat show court, allied health suites, gym and movement studio, cafe, function rooms, accessible change rooms, social spaces and car parking. It will cater to basketball, netball, volleyball, futsal, pickleball and badminton, and serve more than 6,000 active members plus regional users.The State Significant Development Application (SSD-65595459) was first exhibited in October-November 2024, then re-exhibited from 21 August to 17 September 2025 following a Response to Submissions. The amended proposal shifts the building further west and updates traffic and flood management plans. A final determination by the NSW Independent Planning Commission is expected in early 2026.
Mayfield Concept Plan
Development of a 90-hectare port-side site for diversified trade and renewable energy logistics. Key active works include a $36 million waterside berth extension at the Multipurpose Terminal to accommodate vessels up to 300 metres, awarded to Brady Marine and Civil in April 2026. This complements previous investments in heavy-lift cranes for wind turbine and battery components. Simultaneously, EnergyCo is progressing the adjacent Newcastle Logistics Precinct on the former Intertrade site to provide storage for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone, with procurement for hardstand and infrastructure ongoing through 2026.
Jesmond Central Ambience Upgrade
An upgrade to the Jesmond Central shopping centre to enhance the shopping experience with a series of modern upgrades, including entry statements, signage, external dining precinct, bathroom amenities, and other aesthetic improvements.
1,921 residents of North Lambton are employed, from a labour force of 2,033. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 68.5%. 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 2,829, about 80% 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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North Lambton features a well-educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of 5.5%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,921 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.4% above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (68.5% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 24.7% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
The area demonstrates particularly notable concentration in health care & social assistance, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.4% versus the regional average of 5.3%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw labour force decreasing by 1.0% combined with employment decreasing by 2.9%, resulting in the unemployment rate rise by 1.9 percentage points. This compares to Regional NSW, where employment fell by 0.9%, labour force contracted by 0.4%, and unemployment rose 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within North Lambton. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to North Lambton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.4% 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 North Lambton is $1,678 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $762 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,502 a year against an average of $62,935. 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 AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of North Lambton had a median income among taxpayers of $52,502 with the average level standing at $62,935. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $57,920 (median) and $69,430 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in North Lambton, between the 41st and 46th percentiles.
Distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 33.2% of the community (1,171 individuals), aligning with regional levels where this cohort likewise represents 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 44th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Lambton had 1,272 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 5% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 23.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within North Lambton, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 85.9% houses and 14.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within North Lambton was lagging that of Regional NSW, at 28.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (32.6%) or rented (39.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Regional NSW average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Regional NSW's $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, North Lambton's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Lambton counted 1,272 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 26% 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 households dominate at 62.7% of all households, comprising 23.6% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 37.3%, with lone person households at 26.0% and group households comprising 11.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.4% of adults in North Lambton hold a university qualification, including 21.0% with a bachelor degree and 6.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 89% of areas nationally. A further 24.2% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The area's educational profile stands out regionally, with university qualification rates (29.4% of residents aged 15+) exceeding the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and that of SA4 region (26.1%), reflecting the community's emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees lead at 21.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 34.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (24.2%). Educational participation is notably high, with 36.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 15.3% in tertiary education, 8.6% in primary education, and 5.4% pursuing secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Lambton reaches 24 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 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 1.3 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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Public transport analysis reveals 24 active transport stops operating within North Lambton comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 34 individual routes, collectively providing 1,918 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 143 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 90%, with 5% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. Some 24.7% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).
Service frequency averages 274 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 79 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
67.2% of residents in North Lambton report no long-term health condition. 5.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 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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North Lambton faces significant health challenges, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be relatively low at approximately 52% of the total population (~1,829 people). The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and asthma, impacting 11.4 and 8.2% of residents, respectively, while 67.2% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 10.9% of residents aged 65 and over (384 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
North Lambton is largely Australian-born, at 82.6% of residents, with 14.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (28.6%) and English (27.3%). 4.4% 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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North Lambton was found to be roughly in line with the wider region's average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.8% of its population being citizens, 82.6% born in Australia, and 85.2% speaking English only at home. The main religion in North Lambton was found to be Christianity, which makes up 42.4% of people in North Lambton. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 3.2% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in North Lambton are Australian, comprising 28.6% of the population, English, comprising 27.3% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.7% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of North Lambton (vs 0.5% regionally), Macedonian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and Australian Aboriginal at 4.4% (vs 4.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Lambton is 29, younger than 93% of areas nationally. That is 2 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 44.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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North Lambton's median age of 29 years stands materially younger than Regional NSW's 43 as well as considerably younger than the 38-year national average. The 25 - 34 age group shows strong representation at 23.2% compared to Regional NSW, whereas the 65 - 74 cohort is less prevalent at 6.3%. This 25 - 34 concentration is well above the national 14.6%. In the period since 2021, the area has become younger, with median age dropping 1.6 years to 29 from 31. Key changes show the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 19.5% to 23.2% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 12.2% to 14.4%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 9.9% to 7.7% and the 85+ group dropped from 1.9% to 0.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for North Lambton. The 25 to 34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 41%, adding 336 residents to reach 1,155. In contrast, both 55 to 64 and 65 to 74 age groups will see reduced numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Lambton
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year 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 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 — 31 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,454 at the 2021 Census → 3,530 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL13004). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.