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The median house price in Port Macquarie is $935k, with units at $640k. House values have moved 3.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Port Macquarie has an estimated 49,492 residents, up from 47,693 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,799 people, or 3.8%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 779 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 935 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to evaluations of ABS population adjustments for the wider region, alongside recent addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Port Macquarie is projected to be approximately 49,492 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,799 people (3.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 47,693 people. This variation is deduced from the resident population of 49,133, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the most recent ERP data published by the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 779 validated new addresses since the Census date.
Such population levels correspond to a density ratio of 934 persons per square kilometer, which aligns relatively well with averages recorded across places evaluated by AreaSearch. The 3.8% growth since census positions the suburb of Port Macquarie within 1.1 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (4.9%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Population expansion for the locality was mainly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 80.0% of total population increases during recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions not included in this dataset, AreaSearch uses the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, published 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. Looking ahead to future population patterns, an above median population growth of Australian non-metropolitan areas is anticipated, with the suburb of Port Macquarie expected to grow by 6,350 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a rise of 12.1% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,272 new dwellings have been approved in Port Macquarie over the past five years, an average of 254 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 257 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 67% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 157, 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 building approval statistics, apportioned from statistical area data, Port Macquarie has recorded an average of approximately 254 new dwelling approvals annually, with an estimated 1,272 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 144 so far in FY-26. With an average of 1.4 new residents per year per dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem well-balanced, yielding stable market conditions, while new homes are being constructed at an average value of $508,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market with high-end developments.
There have also been $68.1 million in commercial approvals this financial year, showcasing high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Rest of NSW, Port Macquarie exhibits approximately 67% of the construction activity per person while it ranks in the 51st percentile of areas evaluated nationally. New development comprises 67.0% standalone homes and 33.0% medium and high-density housing, showcasing an increasing blend of attached housing types offering choices across price points, from spacious family homes to more accessible compact options. With around 326 people per dwelling approval, Port Macquarie displays characteristics of a low density area. Population forecasts suggest Port Macquarie will add 5,991 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should easily satisfy demand, presenting good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.
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 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Port Macquarie, worth an estimated $699 million. A further 27 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.64 billion. 14 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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 19 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Port Macquarie Base Hospital Mechanical and Clinical Infrastructure Upgrade, Ocean Estate Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie Aquatic Facility, and Hastings Residences Port Macquarie, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Port Macquarie Aquatic Facility
The Port Macquarie Aquatic Facility (PMAF) is a planned regional sports hub intended to replace the ageing Port Macquarie War Memorial Olympic Pool. As of May 2026, the project remains the Council's highest priority recreational infrastructure project with full development consent from the Northern Regional Planning Panel. Stage 1 features a 10-lane 50m outdoor pool, a 25m pool with a transparent roof, a 20m indoor program pool with a moveable floor, a gym, and 128 parking spaces.Stage 2 includes a splash pad, water slides, and further gym and parking expansions. While construction was initially targeted for 2026, the project is currently in a funding-dependent holding phase following a declined federal grant in 2025. Council continues to actively advocate for State and Federal funding to commence works.
Port Macquarie Base Hospital Mechanical and Clinical Infrastructure Upgrade
The NSW Government is investing $265 million to upgrade Port Macquarie Base Hospital. The project is in master planning and concept design and will deliver a new four-storey inpatient unit building, an expanded and refurbished Emergency Department, new maternity and neonatal units, link bridges, a landscaped courtyard and essential mechanical system upgrades across existing hospital buildings. Survey works have been undertaken to support planning, with community feedback invited on the proposed designs.
Ocean Estate Port Macquarie
Premium 19-lot residential estate positioned on the highest elevation in Port Macquarie known as Transit Hill. Luxury custom-designed family homes with uninterrupted ocean views, surrounded by 3 acres of protected rainforest with private walking trails. Features exclusive builder concierge service and council-approved designs.
Salt Town Beach
A luxury residential development featuring 15 three-bedroom plus study apartments. Designed by King + Campbell, the project emphasizes contemporary coastal architecture with curved forms and high-end finishes, situated directly opposite Town Beach.
Akoya Apartments
A boutique development of 40 premium two and three-bedroom apartments over four levels at 28-30 Waugh Street, Port Macquarie. Designed by Stewart Architecture, Akoya occupies a natural rise directly opposite Westport Park and the Hastings River, with upper-level apartments capturing panoramic views across the marina, harbour foreshores and far northern waterways. Each apartment features floor-to-ceiling windows, engineered timber flooring, ducted air conditioning, stone kitchens with Bosch appliances and opulent ensuites. Now under construction.
Hastings Residences Port Macquarie
Boutique development featuring 16 residential apartments with high-quality finishes, engineered timber floors, premium Miele appliances, and Davinci Blanco Smartstone benchtops. Only 5 residences remain available for sale. Mix of 2 and 3-bedroom apartments designed for relaxed coastal living with leafy park outlook and Hastings River views.
Tara Town Beach
Tara Town Beach is a completed boutique luxury coastal development comprising 24 premium two and three-bedroom residences opposite Town Beach in Port Macquarie. The project has reached practical completion with apartments now occupied and remaining residences being marketed for sale.
Ocean Drive Duplication
The Ocean Drive Duplication project involved the transformation of a 3.4km stretch of Ocean Drive from two lanes into a four-lane divided carriageway between Greenmeadows Drive and Matthew Flinders Drive. This $123 million infrastructure upgrade aimed to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety for the rapidly growing Port Macquarie-Hastings region. Key features included the upgrade of five intersections (three converted to signals), new shared user paths, on-road cycle lanes, and specialized environmental protections such as koala exclusion fencing and dedicated fauna underpasses.The project also integrated five kilometers of upgraded water and wastewater pipeline infrastructure.
22,137 residents of Port Macquarie are employed, from a labour force of 22,853. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 54.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Port Macquarie has a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of only 3.1%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 22,137 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.0% below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation lags significantly (54.6% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 14.2% 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, retail trade, and education & training.
The area shows particularly strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.6% versus the regional average of 5.3%. The 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, during the year to March 2026, the labour force decreased by 4.2% while employment declined by 4.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 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 Port Macquarie. 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 Port Macquarie's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Port Macquarie is $1,282 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $679 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,231 a year against an average of $60,664. 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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As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Port Macquarie's median income among taxpayers is $46,231, with an average of $60,664. This is below the national average, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $51,002 (median) and $66,925 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Port Macquarie all fall between the 19th and 24th percentiles nationally.
The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 27.4% of locals (13,560 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen the metropolitan region where 29.9% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 17th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Port Macquarie had 19,702 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 66% detached houses and 15% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,751 a month. Rent absorbs 29.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.5%. 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 Port Macquarie, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 66.2% houses and 33.8% 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 Port Macquarie was in line with that of Regional NSW, at 41.3%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (25.9%) or rented (32.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Regional NSW average at $1,751, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $380, compared to Regional NSW's $1,733 and $330.
Nationally, Port Macquarie's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Port Macquarie counted 19,702 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 82% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 65.0% of all households, comprising 21.7% couples with children, 31.3% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 35.0%, with lone person households at 31.6% and group households comprising 3.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.5% of adults in Port Macquarie hold a university qualification, including 15.6% with a bachelor degree and 4.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.9% hold a vocational qualification. 20 schools serve the area, with 8,298 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,006 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 qualifications in Port Macquarie trail regional benchmarks, with 22.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 32.2% in NSW. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 15.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 39.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (27.9%). Educational participation is notably high, with 26.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.9% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Port Macquarie reaches 406 stops on 156 routes, timetabled for about 2,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 406 active transport stops operating within Port Macquarie comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 156 individual routes, collectively providing 2,490 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 182 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 93%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, below the regional average. Some 14.2% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 355 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 6 weekly trips per individual stop.
The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.0% of residents in Port Macquarie report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Port Macquarie 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 51% of the total population (~25,216 people). The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 11.4 and 9.8% of residents, respectively, while 60.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 28.6% of residents aged 65 and over (14,154 people), which is higher 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
Port Macquarie is largely Australian-born, at 84.9% of residents, with 5.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.7%) and Australian (29.2%). 3.6% 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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Port Macquarie was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.9% of its population born in Australia, 91.0% being citizens, and 94.6% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Port Macquarie was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.3% of people in Port Macquarie. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Port Macquarie are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.8% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 3.6% of Port Macquarie (vs 4.6% regionally), Scottish at 8.3% (vs 8.0%) and French at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Port Macquarie is 48, older than 88% of areas nationally. 22.1% 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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Port Macquarie's median age of 48 years stands materially older than Regional NSW's 43 and is significantly higher than the Australian median of 38. The age profile shows 75 - 84 year-olds are particularly prominent (10.9%), while the 5 - 14 group is comparatively smaller (10.6%) than in Regional NSW. Post-2021 Census data shows the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 9.3% to 10.4% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 13.1% to 11.9%. Demographic modeling suggests Port Macquarie's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041.
The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 1,390 people (27%) from 5,147 to 6,538. In contrast, numbers in the 55 to 64 age range are expected to fall by 52.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Port Macquarie
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 13 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 — 779 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (47,693 at the 2021 Census → 49,492 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 (SAL13258). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.