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The median house price in North Strathfield is $2.63m, with units at $960k. House values have moved 2.9% a year compounded over five years.
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North Strathfield has an estimated 5,611 residents, up from 4,618 at the 2021 Census — a change of 993 people, or 21.5%. Growth has averaged 2.7% a year over five years, faster than 91% of areas nationally. 248 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 84.0% of that increase. That puts 5,395 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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Evaluating demographics from ABS updates for the region alongside fresh locations verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of North Strathfield holds an estimated resident count of 5,611 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 993 individuals (21.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 4,618 residents. This shift is calculated from a local population of 5,527, determined by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 248 newly confirmed addresses since the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 5,395 individuals per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the top 10% of countrywide locations analyzed by AreaSearch, demonstrating high demand for local property.
The 21.5% expansion rate of the suburb of North Strathfield since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA3 area (5.5%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This population rise was heavily supported by arrivals from abroad, who represented roughly 84.0% of the overall population gains recently. AreaSearch applies projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base point. For SA2 zones lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government are utilized instead, published in 2022 with 2021 as the base point. Age category growth trends from these sources are also carried forward to all locations for the timeframe from 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic transitions, the suburb of North Strathfield is set to experience population growth above the national median, expanding by 1,159 individuals by 2041 under consolidated SA2 projections, showing a total climb of 19.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
365 new dwellings have been approved in North Strathfield over the past five years, an average of 73 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 13 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 90 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 11% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 34, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS construction statistics allocated from regional databases, approvals for approximately 73 residential properties have been issued annually in North Strathfield, accumulating to 365 projected dwellings over the previous 5 financial periods. For the current FY-26, 32 building approvals have been logged. The ratio of 1.9 new residents moving to the neighborhood for every completed home between FY-21 and FY-25 suggests a healthy equilibrium between market demand and supply. However, recent data highlights a faster pace of 4.2 individuals per home over the previous 2 financial periods, indicating heightened demand and decreasing availability.
The average estimated value of new construction stands at $572,000, illustrating developer emphasis on high-end residential projects. Additionally, commercial building approvals total $122,000 in the current financial period, reinforcing the dominant residential character of the neighborhood. North Strathfield registers 137.0% more new residential approvals per resident than Greater Sydney, widening options for prospective purchasers despite a recent moderation in building starts. This pace of development stands well above national benchmarks, confirming strong interest from builders. The composition of new approvals consists of 11.0% standalone houses and 89.0% multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward higher density housing creates accessible purchase options and attracts downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct departure from the current local housing profile of 34.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land alongside shifting lifestyles and a preference for varied, economical housing. The suburb records approximately 97 individuals for every residential approval, demonstrating a growing market. Looking forward, North Strathfield is projected to add 1,075 residents by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures. Under current construction trajectories, incoming supply is expected to satisfy demand, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers while potentially supporting expansion beyond official expectations.
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 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Strathfield, worth an estimated $9 billion. A further 95 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $77.6 billion. 23 are already under construction and 28 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 projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant influence on neighborhood performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 key projects likely to impact the locality. Prominent projects include the North Strathfield Metro Station, the Sydney Metro West - Stations Package West, the Carter Street Precinct Primary School, and the Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program, with details provided on the most relevant schemes.
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Homebush Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precinct
State-led rezoning of the Homebush TOD Accelerated Precinct, providing capacity for up to 18,000 new homes and 3,000 new jobs around Homebush, North Strathfield, Strathfield and Concord West stations. Mandatory affordable housing contributions apply across the precinct, generally 3 percent of gross floor area with 5 percent at the 19-21 Columbia Lane key site. The rezoning also delivers new and enhanced public open space and improved walking and cycling connections. The rezoning was gazetted on 27 November 2024, amending the Strathfield LEP 2012 and Canada Bay LEP 2013, and development applications can now be lodged with Strathfield Council or via the temporary State Significant Development pathway (until November 2027) for residential applications valued over 60 million dollars.Delivery of homes is expected to occur in stages over the next 10-15 years.
Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program
The Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program (PRUAIP) is a 198 million dollar NSW Government initiative revitalizing the 20km Parramatta Road corridor across six local government areas. The program delivers 32 infrastructure projects including over 10,000 new trees, separated cycleways, wider footpaths, and new urban plazas. Major works include the extension of Auburn Park, streetscape improvements in Homebush, and active transport links from Concord to the Bay Run. As of mid-2026, while many streetscape and public art components are complete, key infrastructure stages including pedestrian fencing and signalized crossing upgrades remain under construction in sections like Homebush.
Bridge Road Residences
80-apartment development offering 1-3 bedroom residences with contemporary design, landscaped gardens, and premium finishes. Developed by Ventus with construction by One Way Development & Construction. Located near transport and Sydney Olympic Park in Homebush.
Burwood Culture House
A new arts and cultural precinct transforming the former Burwood Library car park on the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade into a city-shaping community hub. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, the facility will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe. The surrounding new urban park will feature a public plaza, sloping green lawn, garden terrace, interactive water play, public art and landscaping. A 50-space underground Council car park will replace the displaced surface parking and connect underground to the adjacent 600-space Burwood Place car park.The project forms part of the broader Holdmark Burwood Place mixed-use precinct and is supported by a partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. Demolition and the first stage of construction commenced on 29 September 2025.
10-12 Chapman Street Apartments
A 15-storey residential building comprising approximately 100 apartments with a mix of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom configurations and basement parking for 116 vehicles. Developed by Hyside Projects Subthree Pty Ltd, with estimated completion in 2026.
21 Parramatta Road Mixed-Use Development
A 25-storey mixed-use development involving the addition of 17 storeys to an approved 8-storey building (Building B), creating approximately 214 residential apartments in total across the site. Two other 8-storey buildings (A and C) are already complete. The development includes ground floor commercial and retail spaces, with 4 levels of basement parking providing 236 vehicle spaces. The project leverages the Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy height increases and is supported by a Voluntary Planning Agreement.
Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan
Council-led masterplan to guide renewal of the Strathfield Town Centre, including Strathfield Square and Strathfield Plaza precincts. Hassell leads the multi-disciplinary team preparing the draft masterplan. A Key Directions Report outlining ten key directions was publicly exhibited until July 2025 with submissions closed 18 July 2025. Focus areas include improved public spaces and pedestrian connections, a more vibrant retail and dining offer, integrated transport access, and a greener, more inclusive town centre. The final masterplan will inform any future amendments to the Strathfield Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan.
North Strathfield Metro Station
A new underground metro station being delivered as part of the Sydney Metro West project. As of May 2026, major tunnelling is complete and works have transitioned to station construction, including site maintenance, utility investigations, and the installation of electrical kiosks. The station will feature a new entrance on Queen Street, providing a seamless interchange with the T9 Northern Line. The design focuses on local character and high-capacity transport, aiming to unlock thousands of new homes in the North Strathfield precinct by its 2032 opening.
3,328 residents of North Strathfield are employed, from a labour force of 3,458. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 72.8%. 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, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated, featuring robust representation in professional sectors, an unemployment rate of just 3.8%, and steady job conditions over the past year, according to consolidated AreaSearch statistical data. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,328, while the local jobless rate sat 0.4% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and labor participation stood at 72.8% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 48.1% of working locals did so from home, though this figure was likely influenced by health restrictions. The primary employment sectors for working residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and public administration & safety.
The neighborhood exhibits a notable specialization in public administration & safety, where the employment concentration is 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, retail trade is less prominent, employing 7.3% of the workforce compared to 9.3% across the wider region. A ratio of 0.6 employed individuals per resident recorded at the Census points to local job availability that exceeds standard benchmarks. According to SALM and ABS figures aggregated across wider regions by AreaSearch, employment expanded by 0.5% during the 12 months ending March 2026, while the overall labor force grew by 0.4%, leaving the jobless rate virtually unchanged. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment expansion of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, accompanied by a minor decline. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context on future demand in North Strathfield. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been aligned with local job categories to project employment trends. While national employment is anticipated to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary across fields. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents will rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for illustrative purposes that excludes local demographic projections.
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Median household income in North Strathfield is $2,333 a week (about $121,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,049 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,263 a year against an average of $84,649. The average runs 40% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of postcode-level ATO records for financial year 2023, taxpaying residents in the suburb of North Strathfield recorded a median income of $60,263 and an average of $84,649. These figures sit among the top tiers in the country, comparing to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $66,482 for the median and $93,385 for the average as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 places household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of North Strathfield between the 82nd and 85th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows a major cohort of 33.8% of residents (1,896 people) earning weekly incomes in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, comparable to the regional rate of 30.9%. High earners represent a large share of the community, with 36.1% making more than $3,000 weekly, indicating substantial spending capacity. Residential costs absorb 17.1% of earnings, yet strong wages keep disposable income in the 82nd percentile, and the SEIFA income score falls within the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Strathfield had 1,622 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 34% detached houses and 55% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 50% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $495 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential architecture in North Strathfield at the time of the latest Census consisted of 34.3% standalone houses and 65.6% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, differing from the wider metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in the area lagged behind the broader metro region at 23.7%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (26.8%) or occupied by tenants (49.6%). The median monthly home loan payment of $2,500 stood above the metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rental cost was $495, compared to the regional figure of $470.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in North Strathfield are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Strathfield counted 1,622 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,971 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units account for 70.3% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 34.6%, couples without children at 24.6%, and single-parent structures at 9.3%. Non-family living arrangements make up the remaining 29.7% of households, with single-occupant homes at 20.5% and share-houses at 9.2%. The median household occupancy of 2.7 individuals is identical to the average for Greater Sydney.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
48.9% of adults in North Strathfield hold a university qualification, including 31.2% with a bachelor degree and 15.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 12.8% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,251 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,125 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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Educational profiles in North Strathfield exceed broader averages, with 48.9% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% nationwide and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of academic achievement positions the community well for professional roles. Bachelor degrees are held by 31.2% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational credentials are held by 24.2% of those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificate courses (12.8%). Enrolment rates are high, with 31.8% of the local population engaged in study. This includes 8.4% attending primary school, 7.5% enrolled in higher education, and 6.2% undertaking secondary schooling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Strathfield reaches 28 stops on 25 routes, timetabled for about 5,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local network shows 28 active public transport stops in North Strathfield, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops support 25 distinct routes, delivering a combined 5,388 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is excellent, with residents living an average of 175 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents commute out of the area; private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 61%, followed by trains at 25% and buses at 5%. Registered vehicles average 0.9 per household, which is below the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 48.1%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related changes. Transit service frequency averages 769 trips daily across the network, representing approximately 192 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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81.1% of residents in North Strathfield report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Local health assessments indicate excellent results in North Strathfield, reflecting low mortality and minimal chronic illness rates across all demographic brackets, alongside a private health insurance rate that covers roughly 60% of the population (3,385 people). Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 5.4% and 4.3% of the community respectively, while 81.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The proportion of residents aged 65 and over is 11.2% (628 people), which sits below the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%.
Seniors in the area enjoy strong health profiles, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
52.6% of North Strathfield residents were born overseas and 53.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (17.8%) and Australian (12.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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North Strathfield ranks among the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 53.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 52.6% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 47.5% of the population. However, the most pronounced local variance is in Hinduism, which represents 10.4% of residents, double the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the largest heritage groups in North Strathfield are Chinese at 17.8% of the population (exceeding the regional average of 8.4%), Other at 16.3%, and Australian at 12.6% (lower than the regional average of 17.8%).
Other ethnic variations include a high concentration of Korean ancestry at 6.4% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), Filipino at 3.2% (compared to 2.0%), and Italian at 6.9% (compared to 3.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Strathfield is 34, younger than 82% of areas nationally. 38.1% 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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With a median age of 34 years, North Strathfield has a younger demographic than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, the neighborhood has a higher share of residents aged 25 - 34 (21.9%) but a lower share aged 5 - 14 (9.4%). This 25 - 34 group is substantially larger than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 14.1% to 16.2% of the population, while the 45 to 54 bracket decreased from 12.6% to 11.2% and the 35 to 44 bracket fell from 16.5% to 15.2%.
Demographic projections for 2041 indicate significant changes, with the 35 to 44 bracket expected to grow by 103%, adding 877 residents to total 1,730, while the 25 to 34 and 55 to 64 brackets are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Strathfield
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 6 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 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 248 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,618 at the 2021 Census → 5,611 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 (SAL13019). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.