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The median house price in Putney is $3.50m, with units at $2.70m. House values have moved 1.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Putney has an estimated 4,147 residents, up from 4,097 at the 2021 Census — a change of 50 people, or 1.2%. That puts 2,746 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 assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, alongside new address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Putney has a projected residency of approximately 4,147 as of May 2026. This marks an expansion of 50 individuals (1.2%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,097 residents. The shift is calculated from a baseline residency of 4,129 estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures, combined with 12 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This residency level represents a density of 2,746 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quarter of national areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
In recent times, population gains were primarily driven by overseas arrivals, who accounted for about 77.0% of the total growth. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. In instances where SA2 locations lack this data, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Projected growth rates by age group from these combined sources are applied to local areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these expected demographic transitions, the suburb of Putney is projected to experience population expansion slightly below the national median, increasing by 178 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2 forecasts, representing a total rise of 3.9% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
246 new dwellings have been approved in Putney over the past five years, an average of 49 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 55 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 52, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval data mapped from broader statistical regions, the suburb of Putney has registered an annual average of about 49 new residential approvals, translating to approximately 246 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 48 approvals have been logged. With the local population contracting, this incoming supply has likely matched demand requirements, offering sufficient options to prospective purchasers, while new residential projects present a mean value of $1,314,000, indicating that developers are prioritizing upscale, high-end builds. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $6.2 million were registered during this financial year, underscoring the primarily residential focus of the neighborhood.
In comparison to the wider Greater Sydney region, the suburb of Putney exhibits elevated building activity (14.0% higher than the regional per-capita average over the 5 year timeframe), which helps maintain choice for buyers while supporting current property valuations. This rate is considerably higher than the national standard, pointing to high developer interest. The composition of new construction comprises 25.0% separate houses and 75.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments. This pivot toward denser formats offers more accessible price points for downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a distinct departure from the current housing landscape (where houses make up 84.0% of properties), indicating a dwindling supply of vacant land, evolving lifestyle trends, and a demand for more varied, economical housing types. With approximately 56 individuals per approved dwelling, the suburb of Putney remains a low-density neighborhood. Demographic projections indicate that the suburb of Putney will add 160 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Under prevailing construction rates, residential supply appears positioned to satisfy demand, fostering favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting growth that outpaces these 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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Putney, worth an estimated $1.01 billion. A further 66 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $50 billion. 26 are already under construction and 30 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 performance is heavily shaped by changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and town planning schemes. In total, 7 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the neighborhood. Significant projects include Putney Wharf, Kingston Quarter, Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, and Putney Hill, with the following lists detailing the most relevant developments.
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Ryde Hospital Redevelopment
The $526.8 million Ryde Hospital Redevelopment is a major expansion delivering a new seven-storey Acute Services Building (ASB) on the existing Eastwood campus. Delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW with builder AW Edwards, the project consolidates services previously spread across 21 buildings into a single modern facility. The ASB will feature an expanded emergency department, intensive care unit, operating theatres and procedure rooms, medical imaging including MRI, ambulatory care centre, paediatric short-stay unit, and additional adult inpatient beds.Interim facilities including a new ICU/CCU opened in May 2025. A key milestone was reached in March 2026 with the first major concrete pour for the ASB foundations, using a sustainable mix replacing 40 per cent of traditional cement with recycled materials. Construction of the ASB is on track for completion in late 2027, with main entrance works, demolition of legacy buildings, and landscaping to follow through 2028.
Ryde Central
The redevelopment of the former Ryde Civic Centre site into a flagship civic and cultural hub. The plan includes a 700-person multi-purpose performance hall, public meeting rooms, council offices, childcare facilities, commercial and retail spaces, and a landscaped public plaza. Following the rejection of all long-term lease tenders in February 2026, the City of Ryde is currently reviewing its delivery strategy to ensure financial sustainability while maintaining public ownership of the iconic site.
Public Transport Capacity: Parramatta Road and Victoria Road Corridors
NSW Government program to increase public transport capacity and reliability through bus-priority upgrades. Key works include new and extended bus lanes, traffic signal priority, and stop upgrades along the Victoria Road and Parramatta Road corridors. Recent 2026 milestones include safety and accessibility improvements at major intersections such as Victoria Road and Marist Place in Parramatta, and Victoria Road at West Ryde. Completed short-term initiatives include new westbound bus lanes in Petersham, Ashfield, and North Parramatta to support the long-term vision of transforming these roads into vibrant boulevards.
741-747 Victoria Road Mixed Use
Council-owned site redevelopment for mixed residential, commercial and retail use. Designed as an ongoing revenue stream for Council while providing community benefit. The development includes approximately 150 apartments, ground floor retail, first floor commercial space, and two levels of basement parking. Community consultation was completed and the project is in the pre-construction phase awaiting commencement.
apt.Meadowbank Build-to-Rent Precinct
A $280 million mixed-use build-to-rent precinct at 1-20 Railway Road, Meadowbank, comprising 291 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments across four low-rise buildings. The precinct sits above Meadowbank Corner, a retail hub anchored by a 2,500 sqm Coles Local and 16 specialty retailers. Developed by apt.Residential in partnership with Dutch pension fund PGGM, constructed by Buildcorp and designed by AJC Architects. The project is fully electric and targeting 5 Star Green Star, WELL and WeIS ratings.Structure topped out in May 2025, with construction progressing to facade, interiors and landscaping. Completion scheduled for late 2026.
Jordan Hall Residences
A luxury seniors living development featuring 29 meticulously appointed apartments. The project integrates modern residential design with the preserved heritage facade of the former community hall. Amenities include communal open spaces on Level 1 and 7, disability access, and a village-inspired aesthetic near the Gladesville waterfront.
Kingston Quarter
A multi-stage waterfront urban renewal precinct in Shepherds Bay featuring approximately 2,000 apartments. The masterplan includes the Kingston Quarter trio of buildings (01, 02, and 03), premium retail and dining tenancies, a 3,000 sqm public park, foreshore plaza, and a public jetty. The development emphasizes lifestyle amenity with a fitness centre, lap pool, and landscaped podiums, integrated with the Ryde Riverwalk.
Wentworth Point Public School Upgrade - Stage 2
Major expansion of Wentworth Point Public School including 26 additional modern teaching spaces in a new four-storey building facing Burroway Road, a reconfigured library, a ground floor support unit with three classrooms, removal of demountable classrooms to open up play space, and a new raised pedestrian crossing on Ferry Wharf Circuit. The upgrade lifts school capacity from 400 to 1000 students to accommodate growth in the Wentworth Point precinct. As of mid-2026, the new four-storey building (Building D) and the reconfigured library are complete and in use, with removal of the remaining demountable classrooms the final step before project completion.
2,509 residents of Putney are employed, from a labour force of 2,559. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 72.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,228, about 78% 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 suburb of Putney features a highly qualified labor force, with strong representation in professional services, a low unemployment rate of 2.0%, and a yearly jobs growth rate of 0.7%, according to AreaSearch figures compiled from regional data. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,509, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.2 percentage points lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation was typical at 72.8% compared to the Greater Sydney benchmark of 69.1%. Census records indicate that a substantial 50.2% of workers operated from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
Local resident employment is concentrated within professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The neighborhood displays a distinct concentration in professional & technical fields, employing residents at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services has a small footprint, accounting for 3.5% of jobs compared to 5.8% across the region. This primarily residential area presents few local job opportunities, as shown by the comparison of resident workers against the local working population count. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from surrounding areas, the 12-month timeframe saw local jobs rise by 0.7% alongside a 0.9% increase in the labor force, resulting in a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Sydney recorded job growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a tiny decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on expected demand patterns in the suburb of Putney. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories differ widely by industry. Weighting these projections against the employment profile of the suburb of Putney indicates a local job increase of 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Putney is $3,053 a week (about $159,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,085 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,163 a year against an average of $76,841. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to AreaSearch compilations of postcode-level ATO data released for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Putney recorded a median taxpayer income of $56,163 and an average taxpayer income of $76,841. This is substantially higher than the national averages and compares to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $61,959 for the median and $84,771 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Putney ranked in the 85th to 97th percentiles nationally.
The weekly income band of $4,000 or more is the most common, accounting for 37.8% of residents (1,567 people), whereas the wider region sees 30.9% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999. The area is highly affluent, with 50.9% of residents earning weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting high-end retail and services. After servicing housing costs, households retain 86.8% of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the area is positioned in the 10th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Putney had 1,326 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 1% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $700 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,467 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.2%. 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 residential landscape in the suburb of Putney at the time of the latest Census consisted of 83.9% standalone houses and 16.1% alternative dwellings (townhouses, flats, or other structures), compared to Sydney metro's mix of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Putney was significantly higher than the Sydney metro average, standing at 47.6%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (37.2%) or leased (15.2%). The typical monthly mortgage repayment locally was $3,467, well above the Sydney metro median of $2,427, while the median weekly rental cost was $700 compared to Sydney metro's $470.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Putney are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Putney counted 1,326 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 48% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 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 84.5%, consisting of 48.1% couples with offspring, 27.1% couples without offspring, and 8.0% lone-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.5%, with single-person households representing 14.3% and shared households making up 1.4% of the total. The typical household size of 3.0 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.3% of adults in Putney hold a university qualification, including 29.2% with a bachelor degree and 10.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 80% of areas nationally. A further 15.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 398 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,110 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 the suburb of Putney are significantly higher than broader averages, with 42.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This educational pattern positions the workforce well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 29.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational and practical skills are also common, with 27.1% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.4%) and vocational certificates (15.7%). Academic enrollment is high, with 29.5% of residents currently undertaking formal studies.
This includes 9.2% attending primary school, 9.1% enrolled in secondary school, and 7.0% engaged in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Putney reaches 30 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 6,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Ferries carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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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Public transport analysis shows 30 active transit points operating in the suburb of Putney, consisting of a combination of ferry wharves and bus stops. These stops are serviced by 18 separate routes, which combine to support 6,725 passenger journeys per week. Transport accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living a median distance of 144 meters from their nearest transit point. As a mainly residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 92%. Vehicle ownership rates stand at 1.9 cars per home, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 50.2%, worked from home (2021 Census; likely reflecting pandemic conditions). Service frequency averages 960 journeys per day across all transit routes, which equates to about 224 weekly departures per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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75.4% of residents in Putney report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 93% of areas nationally. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.8 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 in the suburb of Putney show highly positive outcomes, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness rates, showing very low rates of common illnesses across all age demographics, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 57% of the local population (~2,375 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent health conditions recorded locally were arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.4% and 5.8% of the population, respectively, while 75.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is particularly healthy, with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older represent 22.5% of the population (933 people), which is higher than the 15.5% share in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes for older residents are strong, with national performance metrics largely tracking the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.5% of Putney residents were born overseas and 31.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (16.6%) and English (16.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Putney displays greater cultural diversity than most compared markets, with 31.5% of the residency born outside Australia and 31.7% utilizing a non-English language at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, adhered to by 67.4% of local residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' country of birth), the three most common heritages in the suburb of Putney are Australian, making up 16.6% of the population, English, making up 16.6% of the population, and Chinese, making up 11.5% of the population. There are also notable differences in other ancestral groups: Italian ancestry is highly represented at 11.1% of the population (compared to 3.4% regionally), Lebanese at 3.9% (compared to 2.6%), and Croatian at 1.4% (compared to 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Putney is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 23.8% 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 44, the suburb of Putney has an older demographic profile than Greater Sydney at 37 and is substantially older than the national median of 38. The 65 to 74 age group is well represented at 12.5% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 to 34 age bracket is less common at 8.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 4.7% to 7.3% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 13.8% to 14.9%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group decreased from 14.7% to 12.2% and the 55 to 64 cohort dropped from 15.8% to 14.6%.
Projections indicate that the age profile in the suburb of Putney will change significantly by 2041. Leading this change, the 75 to 84 cohort is projected to grow by 63% (189 people), rising from 302 to 492. This aging trend is pronounced, with residents aged 65 and over accounting for 91% of all projected population growth, while the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to experience population contractions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Putney
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 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 — 12 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,097 at the 2021 Census → 4,147 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 (SAL13290). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.