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The median house price in Rooty Hill is $1.11m, with units at $842k. House values have moved 6.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Rooty Hill has an estimated 16,426 residents, up from 16,176 at the 2021 Census — a change of 250 people, or 1.5%. That puts 2,412 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 investigations of ABS demographic updates for the wider region and subsequent address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Rooty Hill has a population projected at approximately 16,426 in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 250 people (1.5%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 16,176 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 16,356, calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 62 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,412 persons per square kilometer, placing the area in the top quartile of domestic spots analysed by AreaSearch.
Throughout the last decade, the suburb of Rooty Hill has shown steady development with a 0.9% compound annual growth rate, ahead of the SA3 region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of growth, accounting for approximately 88.0% of the total population increases in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Growth dynamics by age bracket from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic estimates suggest expansion will track slightly under the national median, with the suburb of Rooty Hill anticipated to add 1,152 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 6.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
145 new dwellings have been approved in Rooty Hill over the past five years, an average of 29 a year. That is 1.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 79% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 29, 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building permit statistics mapped from regional reports, the suburb of Rooty Hill has averaged approximately 29 approved residential properties annually, representing about 145 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 27 permits have been registered. Given that only an average of 0.3 individuals relocated to the area for every completed home between FY-21 and FY-25, residential construction is keeping pace with or running ahead of local demand, giving purchasers broader options and supporting population expansion potential beyond current forecasts, with new properties averaging $363,000 in construction value.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $88.3 million this financial year, pointing to robust business investment locally. Relative to Greater Sydney, the rate of residential approvals per capita in the suburb of Rooty Hill is approximately two-thirds as high, ranking in the 17th percentile of locations nationwide, which restricts choices for prospective buyers and sustains demand for established homes. This building volume is also lower than national benchmarks, reflecting a mature market position and prospective development limits. Recent completions consist of 79.0% free-standing houses and 21.0% medium or high-density dwellings, maintaining the suburban environment with a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers seeking space. The area averages roughly 885 people for every approved residential permit, pointing to a well-established property market. Projections for the suburb of Rooty Hill indicate an influx of 1,082 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Current building volumes seem closely aligned with future demands, encouraging balanced market dynamics without significant upward pressure on prices.
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 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Rooty Hill, worth an estimated $630 million. A further 25 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.61 billion. 5 are already under construction and 17 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local planning decisions, major projects, and infrastructure changes are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Important initiatives include the Sydney Metro - Western Sydney Airport, the NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub, the Landcom Rooty Hill Housing Development, and the 73 Rooty Hill Road North Mixed-Use Development, with details provided on those of greatest significance.
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NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub
A proposed $95 million regional sporting facility designed to serve as the head office for Basketball NSW and Volleyball NSW. The hub features 12 international-standard indoor courts, a 3,000-seat show court, 6 outdoor beach volleyball courts, and high-performance training and medical suites. While a central part of Blacktown City Council's long-term infrastructure strategy, the project remains in the proposed stage pending the securing of significant state or federal funding, as it was not fully funded under the initial 2022 WestInvest allocations.
NSW State Emergency Service Facility Oakhurst
Purpose-built NSW State Emergency Service (SES) facility in Oakhurst to strengthen emergency response capabilities for flood, storm and rescue operations across the Blacktown City area. The $16 million project was included in Blacktown City Council's WestInvest grant bid in 2022 but was not among the projects awarded funding in that program. The facility remains a council infrastructure priority for the growing western Sydney region.
73 Rooty Hill Road North Mixed-Use Development
Four-storey shop-top housing development featuring 32 residential units and four commercial tenancies with basement parking, landscaping and site works. The mixed-use development aims to provide housing density near Rooty Hill station while supporting local commercial activity. Located on a major thoroughfare with significant passing traffic, the project contributes to urban renewal in the Rooty Hill area and addresses local housing demand.
Landcom Rooty Hill Housing Development
Landcom is working with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure to create an affordable, diverse and sustainable community at Dunsmore Street, Rooty Hill. The project will deliver between 300-500 homes with mixed housing types, including affordable housing for key workers such as childcare staff, nurses and teachers. Features include tree-lined streets, preservation of Angus Creek and the heritage-listed former Government Depot, new public open spaces, pedestrian and cycle paths to Rooty Hill Station, and sustainable design principles with no gas connections.Development will be setback from the vegetated creek corridor to reduce bushfire and flood risk. The project follows best-practice design principles including an urban design approach that acknowledges and connects with Country. Development applications expected in late 2025, with construction starting in 2026.
Rooty Hill Public Administration Centre
Blacktown City Council is planning a new public administration centre at Rooty Hill, one of two new civic office facilities (alongside a Blacktown city centre administration building) intended to improve council service delivery, customer experience, and operational efficiency for a local government area projected to grow from 450,000 to more than 600,000 residents over the next 20 years. The centre would include multipurpose community spaces, customer service facilities, and offices to support council operations in the western part of the city.The project is currently subject to Council decisions and funding confirmation: on 15 December 2025 Council resolved to apply to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a Special Rate Variation, which includes a proposed $10.9 million per year contribution toward the funding strategy for both new administration centres. IPART's public exhibition of the application closed on 9 March 2026, with a decision expected in June 2026. A Preliminary Business Case for the Rooty Hill centre has been prepared and published by Council.
Mount Druitt Town Centre Renewal and WSIG Projects
Blacktown City Council is delivering a major Mount Druitt town centre renewal program funded through the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program. Current works include the $40.6 million renewal of Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, where construction has commenced after the centre closed on 27 January 2026, and the $26.8 million revitalisation of Mount Druitt Hub, planned to start construction in early to mid 2026 and open in late 2027. The program also includes a new First Nations Cultural Hub, public garden, public domain and access improvements, and planning changes for a new developable mixed-use site in Mount Street to support the Mount Druitt Town Centre Masterplan.
950 Great Western Highway Residential Subdivision
DA-approved 20-lot residential subdivision on an 11,600 m2 site, involving demolition of existing structures, land remediation, construction of new roads, retaining walls, tree removal, and associated civil works for future housing. The site was sold in April 2025 for $7.1 million plus GST.
Mount St Mount Druitt
A major mixed-use urban renewal precinct designed as a 'village of buildings' to transform the Mount Druitt CBD. The development features approximately 900 residential apartments across four towers reaching heights of up to 80m. The proposal includes a large-scale shopping mall, a new public town square, and a through-site retail link connecting Mount Street to the Mount Druitt Town Centre Reserve. While initially slated for a 2022 commencement, the project remains in the planning and pre-construction phase as of mid-2026, aligning with Blacktown City Council's broader Mount Druitt to Toongabbie Corridor Strategy.
8,709 residents of Rooty Hill are employed, from a labour force of 9,200. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 69.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,084, about 92% 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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Based on AreaSearch compiler data, the suburb of Rooty Hill is characterized by a workforce with high levels of schooling, varied industry distribution, a 5.3% unemployment rate, and an estimated annual job growth of 1.5%. As of March 2026, working residents total 8,709, with an unemployment rate sitting 1.2% higher than the Greater Sydney mark of 4.1%, while labor force participation matches the Greater Sydney benchmark of 69.1%. Census responses indicate a notable 28.5% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment fields for working residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The local workforce displays a significant concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, representing 1.9 times the regional standard. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, making up 5.6% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The heavily residential character of the suburb of Rooty Hill appears to support few local jobs, as shown by comparing the count of resident workers against those employed within the area during the Census. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader district show that the 12-month timeframe saw a 1.5% rise in employment and a 1.2% increase in the labor force, leading to a 0.2 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. By contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment expansion of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a minor decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national forecasts from May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends for the suburb of Rooty Hill. These five and ten-year forecasts are mapped to local employment patterns to project future trends. Nationally, jobs are expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce profile suggests employment in the suburb of Rooty Hill would rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighted extrapolation that excludes local demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Rooty Hill is $2,001 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $742 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,394 a year against an average of $54,713. 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 tax data from the ATO at the postcode level for the 2023 financial year, the suburb of Rooty Hill recorded a median taxpayer income of $49,394 and an average income of $54,713. These figures sit below the national average and compare to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, estimated income levels as of March 2026 would be approximately $54,491 for the median and $60,359 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household income ranked in the 65th percentile at a weekly figure of $2,001, while individual income ranked in the 37th percentile.
The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 represents the largest share at 37.9% of residents (6,225 people), which aligns with the regional distribution showing 30.9% in this range. Residential costs consume 17.4% of earnings, yet healthy income levels position disposable earnings in the 63rd percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Rooty Hill had 4,593 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 3% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 81% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. 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, residential properties in the suburb of Rooty Hill consisted of 76.7% houses and 23.3% alternative dwellings like semi-detached homes, apartments, or other structures, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Rooty Hill stood at 24.9%, tracking behind the Sydney metro average, with the remaining properties held under a mortgage (41.6%) or occupied by tenants (33.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was lower than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent of $420 was below the metropolitan figure of $470.
On a national level, monthly mortgage costs in the suburb of Rooty Hill exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rooty Hill counted 4,593 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.2 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 18% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 82.4%, consisting of couples with children at 48.5%, couples without children at 18.4%, and single parents at 14.1%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 17.6% of households, with single-person households at 15.8% and group households at 1.9%. The median household size stands at 3.2 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.6% of adults in Rooty Hill hold a university qualification, including 23.4% with a bachelor degree and 6.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.0% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,048 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 999 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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The local academic profile stands out within the region, as university qualification rates among residents aged 15+ reach 31.6%, compared to the SA3 average of 23.1%, showing a local emphasis on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are held by 23.4% of these residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational training is also common, with 28.9% of the population aged 15+ holding qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 19.0%. A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 32.6% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This group includes 10.9% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 6.2% in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Rooty Hill reaches 108 stops on 36 routes, timetabled for about 4,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 studies show 108 transit stops in the suburb of Rooty Hill, including train and bus options. These stops support 36 separate routes, providing 4,065 passenger journeys each week. Transport connection options are excellent, with residents living an average of 191 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most commuters travel out of the area, with cars being the primary mode at 80% and trains used by 14%. Households average 1.4 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A significant 28.5% of the workforce worked from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Transit services average 580 daily trips across all active routes, which represents approximately 37 weekly journeys for each transit stop. The associated map highlights the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.3% of residents in Rooty Hill report no long-term health condition. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic conditions, health measures in the suburb of Rooty Hill are close to national figures, showing typical rates of common medical conditions overall, though elevated numbers among older demographics, alongside a very low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 49% of the population (~7,986 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Diabetes and asthma represent the most frequent medical conditions, affecting 7.0% and 6.6% of the population, while 73.3% of residents reported having no chronic health issues, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The working-age population exhibits good health with minimal chronic issues. Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.9% of the population (2,940 people), compared to 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health measures for seniors indicate some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
53.2% of Rooty Hill residents were born overseas and 56.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 93% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Filipino (18.6%) and Australian (13.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Rooty Hill ranks among the most multicultural communities nationally, with 56.4% of residents using a non-English language at home and 53.2% of the population born abroad. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, claimed by 59.9% of residents. The most significant statistical divergence is in Islam, which is practiced by 13.5% of the population, more than double the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Rooty Hill are Other at 24.9% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 16.0%, Filipino at 18.6%, which is higher than the regional average of 2.0%, and Australian at 13.3%.
Other groups showing notable variation from regional averages include Samoan at 2.7% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Spanish at 1.1% (compared to 0.6%), and Maltese at 2.1% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rooty Hill is 37. 25.9% 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 37, the suburb of Rooty Hill matches the Greater Sydney median of 37 and is close to the national standard of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 9.7% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 12.7%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has risen from 4.3% to 5.9% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group has grown from 8.5% to 9.7%. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 cohort fell from 13.9% to 12.7% and the 85+ cohort decreased from 3.4% to 2.3%.
Looking forward to 2041, population projections show clear demographic changes, with the 75 to 84 cohort growing by 69% (669 people) to rise from 969 to 1,639. The trend towards an older population is pronounced, with individuals aged 65+ accounting for 82% of the projected growth, while the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 age brackets are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rooty Hill
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 11 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 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 — 62 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,176 at the 2021 Census → 16,426 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 (SAL13410). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.