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Salisbury (SA) has an estimated 9,198 residents, up from 8,841 at the 2021 Census — a change of 357 people, or 4.0%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. 117 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 2,008 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to evaluations of ABS demographics data for the broader region combined with new address validations performed by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Salisbury (SA) has a calculated population of approximately 9,198 in May 2026. Compared to the 8,841 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census, this represents a rise of 357 residents (4.0%). The updated figures are derived from AreaSearch's estimated population of 9,167, which was established by examining the June 2025 ABS ERP release alongside 117 validated new addresses added after the Census date. With these numbers, the suburb of Salisbury (SA) reaches a density of 2,008 persons per square kilometer, a level exceeding the average of the national sites assessed by AreaSearch.
The 4.0% expansion in the suburb of Salisbury (SA) since the 2021 census was higher than the 3.9% recorded in the SA3 region, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. This demographic upward trend was mostly generated by arrivals from overseas, which represented roughly 90.0% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2 district. In instances where SA2 data is unavailable or for any projections extending past 2032, regional and LGA projections categorized by age from the SA State Government's 2023 release (utilizing 2021 data) are used, applying weighted aggregation methods to map population growth from the LGA scale to SA2 boundaries. Anticipating future growth patterns, the suburb of Salisbury (SA) is projected to experience population expansion slightly below the median of Australian statistical regions. Aggregated SA2 projections indicate the suburb of Salisbury (SA) will gain 388 residents by 2041, representing a total growth rate of 3.9% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
214 new dwellings have been approved in Salisbury (SA) over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 43 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 74% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 138, 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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Determined by AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics mapped from local statistical divisions, Salisbury typically averages about 42 residential approvals per year. This includes approximately 214 residential approvals over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 127 approvals recorded during the current FY-26 period. Housing supply and demand appear closely aligned, supporting a balanced market environment, as evidenced by an average influx of 1.2 new residents per year for each new dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25. The typical estimated construction value for these new properties is $265,000.
Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $8.3 million during the current financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential. Salisbury registers a slightly elevated level of building activity relative to Greater Adelaide, tracking at 31.0% above the regional per capita benchmark over the 5 year timeframe. This rate provides home buyers with diverse options while maintaining existing real estate values. Standalone houses represent 74.0% of recent construction, while medium and high-density formats account for 26.0%, preserving the suburban character of the area through family-centric properties. Salisbury displays the hallmarks of a low density environment, recording roughly 163 people for every approved residential development. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, Salisbury is projected to add 357 residents by 2041. The current pace of residential construction suggests that future housing supply will comfortably accommodate demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially laying the groundwork for expansion that outpaces current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Salisbury (SA), worth an estimated $231 million. A further 30 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.86 billion. 9 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 infrastructure projects, planning choices, and developmental changes are highly influential in shaping local performance. AreaSearch has identified 7 projects in the region that are anticipated to affect the community. Key developments include the Salisbury City Centre Redevelopment, Salisbury Park Estate, Lot C Paralowie Land Development, and Salisbury Park Estate, with the list below detailing those most relevant.
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Salisbury City Centre Redevelopment
A $200 million redevelopment of Salisbury City Centre, this mixed-use revitalisation project spans six new developments across four sites. The project includes approximately 269 new homes (including apartments, affordable housing, and social housing), a premium supermarket, a council-owned multi-deck car park with 500+ free spaces, hotel accommodation, retirement living, and mixed-use retail and commercial spaces. Stage 1 construction, including the demolition of the Len Beadell library, commenced in April 2026.
Salisbury Park Estate
Masterplanned residential estate by M2 Custom Homes delivering 45 allotments including 38 affordable house and land packages and 7 premium homes. Construction commenced in September 2025. Stage 1 premium homes are scheduled for completion in early 2026, with Stage 2 affordable homes expected by the end of 2026. Homes are available through the HomeSeeker SA program with HomeStart Shared Equity options and feature 7-star energy efficiency, solar systems and turnkey inclusions.
Salisbury Park Estate
A $31 million residential development by M2 Custom Homes on 1.12ha, delivering 45 new three-bedroom, energy-efficient homes, with 38 designated as affordable housing for first home buyers, featuring modern amenities and the HomeStart Shared Equity option.
Salisbury City Centre Redevelopment
A $200 million mixed-use redevelopment of four sites across the Salisbury City Centre, delivering six new developments in partnership between the City of Salisbury and the Buildtec-Catcorp consortium. The project will deliver over 200 residential dwellings (apartments, retirement living, build-to-rent, affordable and short-term accommodation), a 500-space multi-deck car park, a premium supermarket, and retail, commercial and hospitality tenancies. A planning application for Stage 1 (Sites 1 and 2) was lodged with the State Commission Assessment Panel (SCAP) in December 2024 and is progressing through assessment.Stage 1 construction is anticipated from April 2026, with Stage 2 commencing 2027. The project is the most significant phase of Council's City Centre renewal strategy.
Playford Health Hub
A three-stage private health precinct directly opposite the Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide's northern suburbs. Stage 1 (completed November 2021) delivered a 24 million dollar, 450-bay multi-deck car park and around 1,700 square metres of retail anchored by SA Health, IGA, Medimart and Australia Post. Stage 2 (completed May 2024) is a 51 million dollar, four-level, 6,500 square metre Specialist Medical Centre powered entirely by renewable energy, designed as South Australia's first 6 Star Green Star registered medical office building.Tenants include Calvary's Connery Centre for day oncology, GenesisCare radiotherapy, Radiology SA, Clinpath Pathology, SA Health and consulting suites. Stage 3 is an approximately 93 million dollar private hospital to be operated by Calvary Health Care, with provision for around ten operating theatres and up to 120 day and overnight beds. It received planning consent from the City of Playford in 2023, is in detailed design and early contractor involvement, and will replace the existing Calvary Central Districts Hospital. An airbridge is planned to link the new private hospital with the public Lyell McEwin Hospital.
The Glades, Parafield Gardens (Stage 8+)
Masterplanned residential subdivision known as The Glades at Parafield Gardens, delivering more than 250 new house-and-land allotments off Shepherdson Road. Most stages have now been released and sold, with home construction well advanced and remaining homes still being delivered, providing family housing close to schools, shops and public transport in Adelaides northern suburbs.
Public Housing Builds in Parafield Gardens
Development of 4 public housing homes as part of the South Australian government's public housing improvement program, with additional 5 upgrades and 45 maintenance activities to address housing needs.
Edenfield Family Care Parafield Gardens Aged Care Expansion
Proposed expansion of Edenfield Family Care at Parafield Gardens to add residential aged care capacity, including memory support accommodation. The existing Edenfield home at the site provides residential aged care, respite care, dementia and palliative care services in a five-home campus with private rooms, ensuites, communal lounges, dining areas and landscaped courtyards.
3,545 residents of Salisbury (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 3,982. Unemployment sits at 11.0%, with participation at 52.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% 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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Workforce analysis by AreaSearch across aggregated statistical boundaries indicates Salisbury possesses a balanced labor market of blue and white-collar workers, with a notable concentration in industrial and manufacturing sectors. The local unemployment rate stands at 11.0%, with overall employment figures remaining steady over the previous year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 3,545, though the unemployment rate sits 7.1% higher than the Greater Adelaide level of 3.8%. Additionally, local labor participation is comparatively low at 52.6% versus the 66.6% recorded across Greater Adelaide. According to Census records, a minor 4.2% proportion of the workforce performed their roles from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment fields for local workers are retail trade, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. Industrial production is a key regional specialization, with manufacturing representing a share 1.8 times greater than the metropolitan standard. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for only 2.9% of local workers compared to 7.3% across Greater Adelaide. A comparison of the Census working population against resident counts indicates that this largely residential area offers few local jobs. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader regional boundaries indicate that in the year ending March 2026, the count of employed individuals grew by 0.3%, the total labor force expanded by 1.2%, and the overall unemployment rate climbed by 0.8 percentage points. These shifts diverged from Greater Adelaide, where employment rose by 4.2%, the labor pool grew by 4.0%, and unemployment contracted by 0.2 percentage points. Further context regarding future job demand in Salisbury is provided by national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25. These forecasts, spans of five and ten years, are aligned with local industry distributions to model upcoming employment trends. While the nationwide workforce is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth trajectories vary significantly by sector. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the local industry composition yields an estimated employment growth of 5.9% over five years and 12.8% over ten years in Salisbury, using a simple weighted extrapolation that excludes local demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Salisbury (SA) is $1,029 a week (about $54,000 a year), with median personal income at $536 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,793 a year against an average of $50,853. 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 most recent postcode ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, local earnings in Salisbury fall below the national standard, with a median of $47,793 and an average of $50,853. In comparison, Greater Adelaide reports a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $52,654 for the median and $56,025 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Salisbury all rank between the 4th and 5th percentiles nationwide.
The largest proportion of residents, at 31.2% (2,869 individuals), earn weekly incomes between $800 - 1,499, whereas the metropolitan average is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 31.8%. Financial strain from housing is high, leaving residents with only 81.0% of their income, which ranks in the 4th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Salisbury (SA) had 3,303 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 15% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 44% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $260 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,213 a month. Rent absorbs 25.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The dwelling mix in Salisbury at the time of the latest Census consisted of 61.5% standalone houses and 38.5% alternative housing types, such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and other options. This compares to the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Salisbury reached 27.0%, trailing the wider Adelaide metropolitan rate, with the remaining residences split between those with a mortgage (29.1%) and rental properties (43.9%). The median mortgage payment of $1,213 per month was lower than the Adelaide metropolitan average, and the median weekly rent was $260, compared to metropolitan values of $1,562 and $320 respectively.
Salisbury's housing costs are also lower when compared to national figures, where the average mortgage repayment is $1,863 and the average weekly rent is $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Salisbury (SA) counted 3,303 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 19% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the primary household type at 60.9%, consisting of 26.2% couples with children, 18.9% couples without children, and 14.5% single parents. The remaining 39.1% of residences are occupied by non-family groups, which include single-person households at 34.8% and shared group houses at 4.2%. The median occupancy size is 2.5 residents, aligning with the Greater Adelaide average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.3% of adults in Salisbury (SA) hold a university qualification, including 9.8% with a bachelor degree and 2.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 87% of areas nationally. A further 24.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,002 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 953 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 region presents low levels of academic attainment, highlighted by a university graduation rate of 13.3% which is below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights an area for development and potential school-focused programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 9.8% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.0%. Vocational and trade qualifications are common, with 32.1% of residents aged 15+ holding practical certifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.2% and certificates at 24.9%. Enrolment rates are high, with 30.6% of residents currently undertaking some form of formal study.
Within this group, primary school pupils account for 10.7%, secondary school students comprise 7.6%, and those in higher education make up 4.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Salisbury (SA) reaches 61 stops on 43 routes, timetabled for about 3,400 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 1.0 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 services in Salisbury include 61 active transit stops, offering a combination of train and bus options. These locations are served by 43 separate transit routes, providing 3,443 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is high, with the average home located 188 meters from a stop. The suburb is primarily residential, with most workers commuting out of the area; private vehicles remain the primary travel mode at 89%, followed by buses at 6%. Car ownership averages 1.0 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A lower rate of 4.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures.
Service frequency averages 491 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 56 weekly departures for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
67.1% of residents in Salisbury (SA) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 86% of areas nationally. 10.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics indicate notable medical difficulties in Salisbury, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic illnesses affecting both youth and elderly demographics. The level of private medical insurance is low, covering roughly 47% of the population (~4,336 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. The primary medical diagnoses in the region are mental health difficulties and arthritis, which affect 8.9 and 8.6% of residents respectively. Conversely, 67.1% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% throughout Greater Adelaide. Individuals of working age exhibit elevated rates of long-term illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.5% of the community (1,793 people), and health measurements for seniors match national rankings for the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.5% of Salisbury (SA) residents were born overseas and 44.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.6%) and Australian (17.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Salisbury demonstrates high cultural variation, with 44.5% of residents born outside Australia and 44.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.2% of the local population. Islam represents a significant local concentration at 10.8% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.0%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the largest ancestral category is Other at 28.3% of the community, which is higher than the regional average of 9.7%. This is followed by English ancestry at 21.6% (lower than the regional average of 27.8%) and Australian ancestry at 17.9%.
Other backgrounds show varying patterns, with Vietnamese heritage accounting for 2.0% of Salisbury (compared to 1.2% regionally), Italian at 6.2% (compared to 5.2%), and Serbian at 0.4% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Salisbury (SA) is 37. 27.7% 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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The median age of 37 years in Salisbury is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and similar to the national average of 38. Compared to metropolitan benchmarks, the 0 - 4 age bracket is overrepresented at 6.4% of the population, whereas the 55 - 64 cohort is underrepresented at 10.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 12.5% to 13.7% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.0% to 11.2%. Projections for 2041 point to demographic adjustments in Salisbury, led by a 44% growth in the 85+ cohort (adding 138 people) to reach 451 residents, up from 312.
Aging trends will see seniors aged 65 and older account for 76% of projected growth, while declines are anticipated in the 55 to 64 and 0 to 4 groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Salisbury (SA)
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 | Jun 2026 2 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 Jun 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 — 117 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,841 at the 2021 Census → 9,198 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 (SAL41288). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.