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The median house price in Raymond Terrace is $765k, with units at $540k. House values have moved 8.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Raymond Terrace has an estimated 13,938 residents, up from 13,453 at the 2021 Census — a change of 485 people, or 3.6%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. 128 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 344 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of broader regional ABS population updates alongside post-Census validated addresses, the suburb of Raymond Terrace is estimated to have a population of approximately 13,938 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 13,453 people, this represents an addition of 485 people (3.6%). This demographic shift is calculated using AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 13,794 drawn from the ABS ERP figures released in June 2025, combined with 128 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. With a population density of 344 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers ample space per resident as well as capacity for future expansion.
The suburb of Raymond Terrace expanded by 3.6% post-Census, placing it within 1.5 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (5.1%) and highlighting resilient demographic momentum. Interstate migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 45.0% of recent population increases, supplemented by positive contributions from natural growth and overseas arrivals. In developing regional demographic forecasts, AreaSearch relies on SA2 projections released by the ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (using 2022 as a base year), while non-covered SA2 boundaries utilize the NSW State Government's projections released in 2022 (benchmarked to 2021). Age cohort growth rates from these datasets are applied to local projections spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Raymond Terrace is slated to outpace median expansion rates for regional Australia, with aggregated SA2 figures pointing to an increase of 2,052 persons to 2041—a cumulative expansion of 13.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
163 new dwellings have been approved in Raymond Terrace over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That is 2.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 34 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 74% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 43, 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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ABS building approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch indicate that Raymond Terrace has averaged roughly 32 new residential dwelling approvals annually, equating to 163 homes over the previous 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 43 approvals have been logged. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the area recorded an average of 2 people moving in per new dwelling constructed, demonstrating balanced supply and demand dynamics, though this metric has eased to 0.3 people per dwelling across the last 2 financial years to reflect even healthier supply conditions. New residential construction carries an estimated average build cost of $336,000, sitting below the regional benchmark and highlighting accessible construction price points.
Furthermore, $23.7 million in non-residential commercial approvals has been registered during this financial year, underscoring ongoing commercial capital expenditure. Relative to Rest of NSW, local residential development in Raymond Terrace is subdued, tracking 58.0% below the regional per-capita norm. Constrained construction pipelines typically reinforce demand fundamentals and capital values for existing housing stock. This volume of building is similarly below the broader national average, pointing to established neighborhood maturity alongside potential planning hurdles. Compositionally, detached houses represent 74.0% of recent dwelling approvals while townhouses and apartments account for 26.0%, preserving an open, family-friendly suburban fabric. A ratio of 373 people per approved dwelling highlights the tranquil and modest scale of local building activity. Based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release, Raymond Terrace's population is projected to expand by 1,908 residents through to 2041. If residential construction volumes remain at prevailing levels, dwelling delivery could fall behind population intake, potentially heightening competition for homes and driving upward pricing pressure.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Raymond Terrace, worth an estimated $874 million. A further 32 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.41 billion. 14 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Civic infrastructure, capital works, and planning frameworks play a foundational role in shaping local growth. AreaSearch has highlighted 12 specific initiatives expected to influence the district, with prominent undertakings including the Raymond Terrace Bowling Club Hotel Development, Tomago Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Raymond Terrace Public Domain Plan, and the Raymond Terrace Indoor Sports Facility.
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Tomago Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
A 500 MW / 2,000 MWh grid-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) developed by AGL Energy at Tomago Industrial Estate in NSW's Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone. The four-hour duration battery uses Fluence Gridstack Pro technology with grid-forming capability, storing energy during low-demand periods and discharging during peak demand. Construction commenced in December 2025 with operations targeted for the second half of 2027. Total construction cost is approximately $800 million. Fluence is the EPC contractor.The project will support up to 200 construction jobs and 6 ongoing operational roles.
Raymond Terrace Indoor Sports Facility
Development of a masterplan for a multipurpose indoor sports facility to serve the growing regional communities of Raymond Terrace, Karuah, and Medowie. The facility is planned as part of broader sporting infrastructure upgrades within existing sports complex masterplans, potentially including King Park and Lakeside Sports Complex sites.
Raymond Terrace Public Domain Plan
Long-term public domain renewal program for Raymond Terrace town centre delivering streetscape upgrades, new landscaping, shade structures, seating, lighting, pedestrian improvements and place activation focused on William Street and surrounding civic spaces. Initial construction stages have commenced with further works to be delivered progressively as part of the wider town centre revitalisation program.
Raymond Terrace Bowling Club Hotel Development
A $39 million redevelopment featuring a six-storey 50-room hotel with five serviced apartments, including ground-floor restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gym, and function spaces. The project also includes upgraded bowling facilities and a state-of-the-art clubhouse designed by EJE Architecture.
Medowie High School
New NSW Government public high school for the growing Medowie community. Construction is well underway with building structures topped out, roofing progressing, services installation underway and public domain road upgrades in progress. The school will open for Year 7 students on Day 1 Term 1 2027 with staged future expansion planned.
Nelson Bay Road Duplication - Williamtown to Bobs Farm
NSW and Australian Government investment of $275 million to improve safety and travel times on Nelson Bay Road, including a fully off-line duplication route from Cabbage Tree Road at Williamtown to the completed Section 1 duplication at Bobs Farm. Nelson Bay Road is a major connection between Newcastle Airport, RAAF Base Williamtown and Nelson Bay, used by around 25,000 motorists daily. As of July 2025, Transport for NSW is progressing concept design for the preferred route; timing for delivery depends on site investigations, the Review of Environmental Factors, land acquisition and future funding.
The Bower Medowie
The Bower is a 127-hectare masterplanned community in Medowie, NSW, comprising 474 homesites across 57 hectares, with 70 hectares dedicated as a State Conservation Area. Developed by McCloy Group, the project launched in 2016 and reached full sell-out in December 2023. The precinct features the 10,000m2 Bower Reserve playground, extensive walking tracks, and full utility servicing. An integrated retirement component, Blueheath at The Bower, is currently under construction and features 112 luxury villas with a clubhouse and wellness facilities, expected to reach final completion by mid-2026.
Medowie Social Registered Club Conversion
Port Stephens Council approved the transition of the Medowie Social multipurpose community and sports facility into a registered club following decisive community consultation. The project involves repurposing the existing facility to provide expanded hospitality, social, and recreation amenities under an operational lease or purchase arrangement. Council issued expressions of interest to identify an experienced registered club operator to manage and upgrade the venue.
5,690 residents of Raymond Terrace are employed, from a labour force of 6,209. Unemployment sits at 8.4%, with participation at 55.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% 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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Raymond Terrace maintains a diverse employment base across blue and white collar roles, anchored by sizable manufacturing and industrial operations, an unemployment rate of 8.4%, and an annual employment gain of 2.4% according to AreaSearch statistical modeling. As of March 2026, 5,690 residents are actively employed, though the local jobless rate sits 4.3% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, and local labor force participation remains comparatively subdued at 55.3% versus 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicated that 14.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
Resident workers are primarily employed within retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance. The local workforce displays pronounced specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, where participation is 1.8 times the regional proportion. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for merely 0.8% of Raymond Terrace workers compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. A comparison between Census working population numbers and resident workforce counts indicates that local employment capacity remains relatively constrained. AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS and SALM data shows that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 2.4% while the labor pool grew by 0.7%, driving a 1.6 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Conversely, Regional NSW saw employment contract by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, yielding a 0.5 percentage point increase in joblessness. Further perspectives on labor market demand in Raymond Terrace can be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 employment forecasts across five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, job numbers are projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years; applying these sector-specific trajectories to the local industrial distribution implies employment growth of 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years in Raymond Terrace (derived purely through weighted sectoral modeling without factoring in local demographic shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Raymond Terrace is $1,297 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $655 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,993 a year against an average of $55,866. 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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Postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that taxpayers in Raymond Terrace generated a median income of $45,993 and an average of $55,866, trailing both national benchmarks and the respective Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215. Factoring in Wage Price Index inflation of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated figures as of March 2026 point to an estimated median of $50,739 and an average of $61,631. According to the 2021 Census, individual, household, and family income metrics in Raymond Terrace sit between the 20th and 20th percentiles nationally.
Approximately 31.4% of local residents (4,376 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 income band, closely tracking the wider regional proportion of 29.9%. Mortgage and rent commitments place significant strain on budgets, leaving 81.0% of income remaining and placing the area at the 17th percentile for housing affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Raymond Terrace had 5,070 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 1% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $325 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 25.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing landscape in Raymond Terrace comprised 83.2% standalone houses and 16.8% other dwelling types such as apartments and townhouses, compared with 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings across Regional NSW. Full home ownership stood at 26.7%, trailing regional benchmarks, while 32.8% of properties were being purchased under a mortgage and 40.5% were occupied by renters. Monthly mortgage commitments averaged a median of $1,517 locally compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW and $1,863 nationally. Median weekly rental costs were $325, remaining lower than the Regional NSW median of $330 and the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Raymond Terrace counted 5,070 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the bulk of the local household structure at 68.6%, consisting of couples with children (25.5%), couples without children (23.0%), and single parent households (18.8%). The balance of 31.4% consists of non-family living arrangements, primarily lone person dwellings (28.3%) alongside group households (3.1%). Average household occupancy stands at 2.5 people, exceeding the Regional NSW figure of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
9.5% of adults in Raymond Terrace hold a university qualification, including 6.8% with a bachelor degree and 1.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 33.3% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 2,114 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 916 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 tertiary degrees in the community is relatively low, with 9.5% of residents possessing a university qualification compared to the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees comprise the largest segment at 6.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. In contrast, vocational and technical pathways are heavily represented: 42.4% of individuals aged 15+ hold technical qualifications, encompassing certificates (33.3%) and advanced diplomas (9.1%). Active educational participation is significant, with 29.4% of the population enrolled in an educational program. Broken down by tier, primary education accounts for 11.3% of residents, secondary schooling comprises 8.9%, and 2.9% are engaged in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Raymond Terrace reaches 153 stops on 97 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure within Raymond Terrace comprises 153 active stops across the bus network, with 97 distinct routes delivering a combined 2,065 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is strong, with typical walking distances of 144 meters to the nearest stop. Given its residential orientation, outbound commuting is high, with private motor vehicles accounting for 95% of journeys. Vehicle availability averages 1.3 per dwelling, sitting below regional norms. At the 2021 Census, 14.0% of the local workforce worked from home, reflecting pandemic conditions at the time. Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 295 trips per day, translating to roughly 13 weekly trips per individual stop.
The accompanying spatial display outlines the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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58.2% of residents in Raymond Terrace report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 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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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate noticeable wellbeing challenges across Raymond Terrace, with elevated rates of chronic illness and mortality affecting younger as well as older demographics. Private health insurance participation is subdued, covering roughly 49% of residents (~6,839 people), which trails the Regional NSW level of 51.9% and the Australian average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, documented among 9.9% and 13.2% of residents respectively, whereas 58.2% of the local population reported no long-term medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Working-age cohorts exhibit elevated chronic condition prevalence. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 17.8% of the community (2,480 people), below the Regional NSW proportion of 23.3%, with elderly health indicators aligning closely with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Raymond Terrace is largely Australian-born, at 91.8% of residents, with 3.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (31.9%) and English (31.0%). 8.3% 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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Demographic indicators reflect a relatively homogeneous population in Raymond Terrace, where 91.8% of residents were born in Australia, 91.9% hold Australian citizenship, and 96.2% speak only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious faith, representing 53.2% of the local population compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at parental lineage, the three leading ancestries in Raymond Terrace are Australian (31.9%), English (31.0%), and Australian Aboriginal (8.3%). Minor variations also exist among other cultural backgrounds: Welsh heritage accounts for 0.6% locally (compared to 0.5% regionally), Samoan represents 0.2% (vs 0.1%), and Macedonian comprises 0.1% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Raymond Terrace is 37. 28.1% 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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The demographic profile in the suburb of Raymond Terrace is skewed towards younger age brackets. Based on data updated to August 2026, 27.2% of the local populace consists of young to middle aged adults (25 - 44), compared to 23.5% across Regional NSW, while elderly residents aged 65+ account for 17.8% relative to 23.3% regionally. The estimated median age is 37, matching the 2021 Census figure and remaining 6 years younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 from that same Census. The most noticeable change since the Census occurred within the 25 - 44 age cohort, which grew from 25.3% to an estimated 27.2%.
Moving to 2041, the 25 - 44 cohort is slated for the most substantial increase, expanding by 1,164 residents (31%) to reach 4,955.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Raymond Terrace
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 128 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (13,453 at the 2021 Census → 13,938 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 Aug 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 (SAL13340). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.