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The median house price in Sadleir is $1.10m. House values have moved 7.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Sadleir has an estimated 3,315 residents, up from 3,243 at the 2021 Census — a change of 72 people, or 2.2%. That puts 3,683 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 the analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region and recent locations confirmed by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Sadleir is home to approximately 3,315 residents as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 72 people (2.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,243 individuals. This shift is calculated from the estimated resident population of 3,315, which AreaSearch determined by reviewing the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) and incorporating an additional 11 validated new addresses since the Census.
Such a population size results in a density of 3,683 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quarter of national areas evaluated by AreaSearch. The primary driver of this demographic growth has been international migration, which accounted for roughly 52.0% of the overall population increase in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia forecasts for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are applied. Demographic growth rates by age group from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future local trends, population expansion is projected to exceed the national median, with the suburb of Sadleir anticipated to add 597 residents by 2041 under these aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall rise of 18.0% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
30 new dwellings have been approved in Sadleir over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 14, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of building approvals from the ABS allocated to this statistical territory, the suburb of Sadleir has averaged approximately 6 new residential approvals annually, amounting to roughly 30 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 13 approvals have been documented. With an average of only 0.6 new residents per approved dwelling arriving each year over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the incoming supply is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, providing buyers with diverse options and establishing capacity for growth beyond current projections.
Meanwhile, construction costs for these new dwellings average $222,000, which sits below the regional norm and points to more budget-friendly purchasing options. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $303,000 during the current financial year, pointing to a low level of commercial development. When compared to Greater Sydney, building volume in the suburb of Sadleir is exceptionally quiet (90.0% below the regional average per capita). This low volume of new completions generally supports demand and valuations for established properties. This rate of construction also tracks below the national benchmark, highlighting the mature nature of the locality and implying potential planning constraints. Recent residential building permits comprise 67.0% freestanding homes and 33.0% medium-density options like townhouses or apartments, indicating an increasing selection of medium-density stock that offers diverse price options, ranging from classic family homes to more budget-friendly, compact designs. This marks a clear departure from the current housing stock (which stands at 85.0% houses), signaling a dwindling supply of vacant land, evolving lifestyle trends, and the demand for more varied, economical housing. The suburb exhibits approximately 550 people for each approved dwelling, pointing to a highly established community. Looking forward, the suburb of Sadleir is projected to add 597 residents by 2041 according to the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, the supply of new dwellings might fall short of population growth, which could heighten competition among buyers and underpin stronger capital gains.
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 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sadleir, worth an estimated $77 million. A further 48 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.5 billion. 16 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. 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 developments in local infrastructure, major construction works, and planning initiatives. In total, AreaSearch has identified 3 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Key developments include the Hurlstone Agricultural High School Upgrade, Spring Square by Poly Bankstown, Avala Apartments Miller, and Busby Social Housing for Seniors, with details below focusing on the most relevant initiatives.
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Hurlstone Agricultural High School Upgrade
NSW Department of Education upgrade to Hurlstone Agricultural High School, delivering two new dormitory buildings with 180 beds, staff accommodation, common rooms and modern amenities, plus a new farm hub with dairy, milking, animal, storage, irrigation, hydroponic and co-located learning facilities. The boarding facilities and farm hub are finished and in use, with a new sports oval and amenities due for student use in Term 1 2026.
Liverpool Civic Place
A $600 million urban renewal precinct transforming the southern CBD. Stage 1, including the Yellamundie library, council chambers, and UOW Liverpool campus, opened in early 2026. The final phase, known as Helix Hub, is currently under construction. This 17-storey landmark will feature a vertical university for UOW, five floors of life sciences research space, and a nine-storey co-living residential building. It aims to integrate education, research, and industry as a catalyst for innovation in South West Sydney.
Bonnyrigg Town Hub Precinct (Stages 12-13)
A key phase of the 30-year Bonnyrigg Renewal, Stages 12 and 13 focus on the Town Hub Precinct. The project involves the delivery of approximately 600 new homes in a mixed-tenure model, including 185 social housing units. Infrastructure works include a new link road between Bonnyrigg Avenue and Tarlington Parade, a 9,000sqm junior play park, and super lots for future mid-rise apartment buildings (up to six storeys) and townhouses. Construction of the link road and site preparation commenced in early 2026.
The Liverpool by FYVE
A landmark 34-storey mixed-use tower in the Liverpool CBD, featuring 193 residential apartments, a 113-room boutique hotel, 6,500 sqm of A-grade commercial office space, and a ground-floor retail and dining precinct. Designed by Rothelowman, the project integrates high-quality 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes with serviced apartments and modern business suites.
Frangipane Avenue Apartments
DA & CC-approved plus contributions-paid, shovel-ready development site comprising 32 high-quality apartments in a five-storey residential building. The development features an intelligently designed space-maximizing layout with secure basement parking and includes 50% allocation for affordable housing. Mix of 9 x 1-bedroom, 21 x 2-bedroom, and 2 x 3-bedroom apartments designed to maximize spatial flow and natural light.
Busby Social Housing for Seniors
A 16-unit social housing development for older residents featuring 8 one-bedroom and 8 two-bedroom units. The project provides accessible ground-floor living with private courtyards and extensive landscaping, located within walking distance of local services and public transport.
Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct
The 830 million dollar Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) is a major redevelopment of Liverpool Hospital into a world-class hub for clinical innovation, research, and education. Stage 1 completed in late 2024 with the opening of the Integrated Services Building. Stage 2 is currently underway as of 2026, involving the construction of a second multi-storey building for new inpatient units, an expanded cancer centre, and upgraded emergency department facilities.
Canvas at Bonnyrigg
Canvas is a masterplanned community within the 81-hectare Bonnyrigg Estate renewal (Stages 8-11), delivering 210 private land lots and 65 new social housing dwellings. The precinct features a landmark 9,000sqm junior play park with a basketball court, picnic areas, and bike loops. As of May 2026, the project is in the final stages of subdivision and home construction, with the final land release nearly sold out. The development is a partnership between Traders In Purple and Homes NSW to revitalize the area with new roads and high-quality residential infrastructure.
959 residents of Sadleir are employed, from a labour force of 1,157. Unemployment sits at 17.1%, with participation at 45.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,809, about 85% 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 Sadleir has a diverse labor force that includes both professional and industrial workers, with manufacturing and industrial sectors being highly active. The unemployment rate sits at 17.1%, and job growth is estimated at 3.2% over the previous year, according to AreaSearch's regional data aggregation. By March 2026959 residents were employed. The unemployment rate is 13.0% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, highlighting opportunities for labor market improvement, while workforce participation is notably low (45.2% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney). According to Census responses, a modest 18.2% of locals worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.
Resident employment is largely centered around healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The local area displays a strong concentration in manufacturing, with its share of employment reaching 2.2 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are poorly represented at 2.6% of the workforce, compared to 11.5% across the broader region. This mostly residential locality appears to provide a low number of local job opportunities, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against the local working population from the Census. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics for the wider statistical zones, the recent 12-month period saw employment rise by 3.2% while the total labor force grew by 5.0%, leading to a 1.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9%, labor force expansion of 1.9%, and a slight reduction in unemployment. National employment forecasts for May-25 from Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context for future demand trends in the suburb of Sadleir. These projections, looking at five and ten-year horizons, have been matched against the local industry profile to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local employment structure suggests that employment for residents of the suburb of Sadleir should grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sadleir is $946 a week (about $49,000 a year), with median personal income at $446 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,586 a year against an average of $44,763. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023, personal income levels in the suburb of Sadleir are below the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $38,586, while the average income is $44,763, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023, current estimates would point to approximately $42,568 (median) and $49,383 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Sadleir all rank in the bottom 1st to 2nd percentiles across the country.
Looking at income brackets, the largest cohort comprises 28.5% of residents (944 people) who earn between $400 - 799 weekly, which contrasts with the regional trend where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest at 30.9%. Low-income households are highly represented, with 42.2% earning less than $800 weekly, pointing to financial constraints for many households. Housing costs present a severe burden, with residents retaining only 73.8% of their income, which ranks in the 3rd percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sadleir had 990 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 12% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 54% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,878 a month. Rent absorbs 26.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 45.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in the suburb of Sadleir at the time of the most recent Census consisted of 85.2% freestanding houses and 14.8% alternative dwellings (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other housing types), compared to the Sydney metropolitan average of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in the suburb of Sadleir lagged behind the metropolitan benchmark at 19.7%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (25.9%) or occupied by tenants (54.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Sydney metropolitan average at $1,878, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $250, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,427 and $470 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Sadleir are slightly above the Australian average of $1,863, while local rent prices are considerably lower than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sadleir counted 990 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 12% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of households at 69.8%, which includes 30.2% couples with children, 11.9% couples without children, and 25.8% single parent households. The remaining 30.2% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 27.1% and group homes accounting for 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
9.5% of adults in Sadleir hold a university qualification, including 7.2% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 94% of areas nationally. A further 21.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 315 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 883 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 locality presents notable educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (9.5% of residents) sitting significantly lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This gap highlights both an area of need and a potential target for tailored educational support. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 7.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.8%) and graduate diplomas (0.5%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 31.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (21.8%). Engagement in learning is remarkably strong, with 36.5% of the population actively enrolled in some form of study.
This cohort is made up of 13.9% in primary school, 11.7% in high school, and 4.8% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Sadleir reaches 17 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 970 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 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An evaluation of public transport options shows 17 active stops servicing the suburb of Sadleir, consisting of various bus links. These stops are connected to 17 separate routes, which combine to offer 965 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is classified as excellent, with typical resident dwellings positioned 143 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential character of the neighborhood, most workers travel out of the area for employment, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 89%. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles. Approximately 18.2% of residents performed their jobs from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting pandemic restrictions).
Frequencies of service average 137 runs per day across the network, which translates to roughly 56 weekly departures for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
68.3% of residents in Sadleir report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 90% of areas nationally. 10.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the occurrence of long-term illnesses, health profiles indicate notable difficulties in the suburb of Sadleir, with diverse health issues impacting both younger and older generations. Furthermore, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally low at roughly 45% of the local population (~1,482 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis represent the most common diagnosed conditions, affecting 8.8 and 8.7% of the community, respectively, while 68.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The working-age cohort faces significant health difficulties, marked by higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 13.7% of the local population (454 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney figure of 15.5%. Health profiles for these senior citizens present some difficulties, with national rankings matching those of the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.9% of Sadleir residents were born overseas and 57.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (19.6%) and English (12.7%). 3.2% 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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The suburb of Sadleir displays a high level of multiculturalism, with 39.9% of residents born outside Australia and 57.3% using a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, followed by 36.5% of the population. The most notable religious concentration is in Islam, which is practiced by 29.4% of local residents, a figure that is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%. When looking at heritage (the birthplaces of parents), the three most common backgrounds in the suburb of Sadleir are Other at 20.8%, Australian at 19.6%, and English at 12.7% of the population, which is considerably below the metropolitan average of 19.0%.
There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds: Lebanese ancestry is highly represented at 12.7% of the local population (compared to 2.6% across the region), Vietnamese stands at 11.5% (compared to 1.8% regionally), and Samoan accounts for 2.6% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sadleir is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 28.7% 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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Having a median age of 33, the suburb of Sadleir is noticeably younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and is substantially below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Sadleir has a larger proportion of young people aged 15 - 24 (17.3%) but a smaller share of adults aged 25 - 34 (11.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 15.7% to 17.3% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group has grown from 6.5% to 7.9%.
Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 12.3% to 11.4%. Future projections for 2041 point to notable demographic shifts in the suburb of Sadleir. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to experience the fastest growth at 93%, adding 123 people to reach a total of 256. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort is expected to decline by 9 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sadleir
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 2 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 — 11 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,243 at the 2021 Census → 3,315 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 (SAL13476). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.