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The median house price in Plumpton (NSW) is $1.08m, with units at $830k. House values have moved 6.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Plumpton (NSW) has an estimated 10,206 residents, up from 10,070 at the 2021 Census — a change of 136 people, or 1.4%. That puts 3,448 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 assessments of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside address points verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Plumpton (NSW) has a population projected at approximately 10,206 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 136 people (1.4%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,070 people. The change is calculated from a resident population of 10,188, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 28 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This population size represents a density of 3,448 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Plumpton (NSW) in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
Throughout the past decade, the suburb of Plumpton (NSW) has shown steady growth with a compound annual rate of 0.9%, exceeding the SA3 area. The population expansion was driven mostly by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 53.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions where this data is unavailable, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline year are applied. Age bracket growth rates from these datasets are also applied to all localities for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future population trends for the suburb of Plumpton (NSW), projections show a contraction in the overall population, with a forecasted reduction of 262 persons by 2041 under this framework. Conversely, expansion is projected in certain age cohorts, particularly the 75 to 84 age group, which is expected to grow by 583 people. Refer to the age section for additional statistics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
89 new dwellings have been approved in Plumpton (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 17 a year. That is 1.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of building approvals from the ABS, mapped from statistical area data, Plumpton has averaged approximately 17 dwellings approved annually, amounting to an estimated 89 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 21 approvals have been documented so far. With an average of only 0.1 people per year relocating to the area for every new dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction is keeping pace with or running ahead of demand, expanding choices for buyers and facilitating population growth that may surpass current forecasts, while new developments carry an average expected construction cost of $254,000—below the wider region's average—indicating more attainable pricing for buyers.
Furthermore, commercial approvals total $949,000 this financial year, reflecting a very low level of commercial development. Relative to Greater Sydney, Plumpton registers about 68% of the building activity per capita, placing it in the 30th percentile of analyzed areas across the nation, which restricts options for prospective buyers and bolsters demand for existing properties. This volume of activity is also low on a national scale, reflecting the mature nature of the locality and pointing to potential planning restrictions. In addition, new construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the traditional low-density residential character with an emphasis on family residences that appeal to buyers wanting space. Notably, builders are focusing more on traditional houses than the existing housing profile indicates (82.0% at Census), showing sustained demand for detached family homes despite pressures toward higher density. With approximately 565 people for every dwelling approval, Plumpton presents as a highly mature housing market. Given that population forecasts indicate either stability or contraction, Plumpton is expected to experience less pressure on housing demand, which should benefit buyers looking to purchase property.
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Plumpton (NSW), worth an estimated $200 million. A further 33 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.48 billion. 7 are already under construction and 18 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning initiatives, and developments are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 4 projects that are expected to impact this locality. Major projects include Plumpton Central, the Mirvac Marsden Park Residential Development, the Australian Development Group 860-Apartment Project, and the NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub, with the following list outlining the developments of greatest significance.
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Plumpton Central
Plumpton Central will be the newest sub-regional shopping centre developed in metropolitan Sydney in over 20 years. The 17,686 square metre centre on a 36,900 square metre site at Jersey Road will be dual-anchored by two national supermarkets, a discount department store, a large-format liquor store and more than 60 specialty stores. Located 17km from Parramatta CBD, it is designed to serve the rapidly growing Western Sydney catchment near significant new housing developments, 16 schools, and key attractions including Sydney Zoo and Western Sydney Parklands.Development approval was secured through the Land and Environment Court in 2018. The project, formerly known as Plumpton Gardens, is currently in detailed design and pre-construction phase under Revelop.
Australian Development Group 860-Apartment Project
A major residential development by Australian Development Group in Marsden Park, comprising 860 apartments, community facilities, and retail spaces. Designed by Rothelowman architects, it is the first multi-unit development in the area, enhancing local infrastructure and community amenities.
Mount Druitt Town Centre Renewal and WSIG Projects
Blacktown City Council is delivering a major Mount Druitt town centre renewal program funded through the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program. Current works include the $40.6 million renewal of Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, where construction has commenced after the centre closed on 27 January 2026, and the $26.8 million revitalisation of Mount Druitt Hub, planned to start construction in early to mid 2026 and open in late 2027. The program also includes a new First Nations Cultural Hub, public garden, public domain and access improvements, and planning changes for a new developable mixed-use site in Mount Street to support the Mount Druitt Town Centre Masterplan.
NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub
A proposed $95 million regional sporting facility designed to serve as the head office for Basketball NSW and Volleyball NSW. The hub features 12 international-standard indoor courts, a 3,000-seat show court, 6 outdoor beach volleyball courts, and high-performance training and medical suites. While a central part of Blacktown City Council's long-term infrastructure strategy, the project remains in the proposed stage pending the securing of significant state or federal funding, as it was not fully funded under the initial 2022 WestInvest allocations.
Mount St Mount Druitt
A major mixed-use urban renewal precinct designed as a 'village of buildings' to transform the Mount Druitt CBD. The development features approximately 900 residential apartments across four towers reaching heights of up to 80m. The proposal includes a large-scale shopping mall, a new public town square, and a through-site retail link connecting Mount Street to the Mount Druitt Town Centre Reserve. While initially slated for a 2022 commencement, the project remains in the planning and pre-construction phase as of mid-2026, aligning with Blacktown City Council's broader Mount Druitt to Toongabbie Corridor Strategy.
Expanded Mount Druitt Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC)
Approved $25.4 million expansion of the existing Mount Druitt PCYC to provide a larger youth, sport and community facility. The project retains the existing club and adds a new expanded wing with two multipurpose indoor courts, youth hub, new entry, reception and administration area, amenities, storage, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, improved car and bus parking, landscaping and tree planting. Blacktown City Council states the DA was approved on 28 October 2025, construction is expected to start in late 2026 and the expanded facility is expected to open by the end of 2027.
Expanded Mount Druitt PCYC
A $25.4 million expansion of the Mount Druitt Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC), funded by the NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants (WSIG) program. Designed by AJC Architects in collaboration with Barra-gi Consulting as First Nations Lead, the project more than doubles the existing facility's footprint. New works include two multipurpose indoor courts, a youth hub gathering space, new reception and administration areas, upgraded toilets and amenities, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and car and bus parking.The design incorporates recycled-waste bricks, straw bale panels and a hybrid ventilation strategy. The expansion supports activities including basketball, futsal, martial arts and boxing, and forms part of an $86.9 million WSIG investment in Mount Druitt. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Renewed Mount Druitt Swimming Centre
A 40.6 million AUD redevelopment of the Mount Druitt Swimming Centre delivering a year-round aquatic centre with a new 25 m indoor learn-to-swim pool, splashpad, refurbished 50 m outdoor pool, kiosk, reception, community spaces, inclusive amenities, changerooms and landscape improvements. Construction commenced in February 2026 following closure of the existing facility in January 2026. The project forms part of the wider Mount Druitt transformation program.
5,583 residents of Plumpton (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 5,894. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 72.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,157, 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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The employment landscape in Plumpton reflects a highly educated population with varied industry representation, an unemployment rate of 5.3%, and a projected employment growth of 1.7% over the previous year, according to aggregated data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 5,583 residents employed, and the local unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, which is 1.1% higher than the Greater Sydney average. Workforce participation in Plumpton is relatively typical at 72.2%, compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 27.7% of residents work from home, although this figure should be viewed in the context of pandemic-related lockdown measures.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing. The locality demonstrates a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its share of employment reaching 2.2 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented at 5.5% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. This mostly residential locality seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against the overall resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for broader statistical areas, the 12-month period recorded a 1.7% rise in employment alongside a 1.1% increase in the labor force, leading to a 0.5 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labor force grow by 1.9%, with a very small drop. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide context for potential future trends in Plumpton. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future changes. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment mix suggests Plumpton's employment should grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and does not account for local population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Plumpton (NSW) is $2,171 a week (about $113,000 a year), with median personal income at $808 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,554 a year against an average of $61,480. 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 most recent postcode level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Plumpton earn a median income of $55,554, with an average of $61,480. This falls short of the national average, and compares to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $61,287 (median) and $67,825 (average). In the 2021 Census, weekly household income was in the 76th percentile ($2,171 weekly), while individual income was in the 51st percentile.
Income distribution details show the largest segment represents 39.1% of residents (3,990 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which is similar to the regional distribution where 30.9% are in this category. High housing costs account for 17.3% of income, though solid earnings keep disposable income in the 74th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Plumpton (NSW) had 2,769 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 1% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Plumpton at the time of the latest Census consisted of 82.4% detached houses and 17.7% other housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and miscellaneous dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of outright home ownership in Plumpton was below the Sydney metro level at 21.0%, with the remaining properties either being purchased with a mortgage (52.1%) or occupied by renters (26.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was significantly lower than the Sydney metro average at $2,167, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $430, compared to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470.
On a national basis, mortgage payments in Plumpton are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Plumpton (NSW) counted 2,769 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.5 people each. 56% are couples with children, more than in 97% of areas nationally, against 16% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 86.2%, consisting of couples with children at 55.6%, couples without children at 15.8%, and single parent households at 13.1%. Non-family households represent the remaining 13.8%, which includes single person households at 12.2% and group households at 1.7%. The median household size of 3.5 persons is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.0% of adults in Plumpton (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 22.7% with a bachelor degree and 5.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 18.2% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,661 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 982 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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Attainment of formal qualifications in Plumpton is lower than regional averages, with 30.0% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 38.0% across Greater Sydney. This difference suggests scope for educational growth and training opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 28.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (18.2%). Enrolment rates are particularly high, with 34.1% of the population currently undertaking formal studies.
This comprises 11.9% in primary school, 10.1% in high school, and 6.4% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Plumpton (NSW) reaches 52 stops on 25 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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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An assessment of public transport shows 52 transit stops operating within the suburb of Plumpton (NSW), consisting of bus services. These locations are served by 25 different routes, which together provide 1,299 passenger journeys each week. Access to transport is excellent, with residents living an average of 194 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 85% and train travel at 9%. Average car ownership is 1.7 per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 27.7%, worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures. Transit service frequency averages 185 runs daily across all routes, which translates to approximately 24 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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75.1% of residents in Plumpton (NSW) report no long-term health condition. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.3% 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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Health indicators for Plumpton align closely with national averages, according to AreaSearch evaluations of death rates and the occurrence of chronic illnesses. The frequency of common health issues in the general community is typical, although it is higher than the national average within older age groups. Furthermore, the level of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 51% of the population (~5,232 people) compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent diagnosed medical conditions among local residents are diabetes and asthma, which affect 7.3 and 6.6% of the population, respectively.
Meanwhile, 75.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The working-age population is particularly healthy, showing low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.5% of the population (1,377 people), which is lower than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Senior residents face some health challenges, though these outcomes rank lower nationally than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
53.4% of Plumpton (NSW) residents were born overseas and 57.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 93% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Filipino (19.6%) and Australian (12.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Plumpton ranks among the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 57.2% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 53.4% born overseas. The primary religious affiliation is Christianity, accounting for 57.3% of the population. However, the most significant variance from the regional norm is in Islam, which is practiced by 18.8% of the community, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Plumpton are Other, accounting for 27.6% of residents (well above the regional level of 16.0%), Filipino at 19.6% (significantly higher than the regional average of 2.0%), and Australian at 12.9%.
There are also significant differences in other backgrounds: Samoan ancestry is overrepresented at 2.8% of the Plumpton population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Spanish is at 0.9% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Indian is at 9.4% (compared to 3.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Plumpton (NSW) is 34, younger than 82% of areas nationally. 28.8% 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, Plumpton has a younger population than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and is also younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Plumpton has a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (14.8%) but a smaller share of people aged 25 - 34 (12.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 has risen from 6.5% to 8.4%, and the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 2.5% to 3.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 16.0% to 14.8%, and the 0 to 4 group fell from 6.4% to 5.3%.
Projections for 2041 suggest major shifts in Plumpton's age structure. The 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow the most, increasing by 149% to add 548 residents and reach a total of 916. Older residents (65+) are projected to account for all of the area's population growth, highlighting a clear demographic aging trend. Meanwhile, contractions are forecast for the 45 to 54 and 0 to 4 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Plumpton (NSW)
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 28 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,070 at the 2021 Census → 10,206 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 (SAL13242). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.