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Sandy Bay has an estimated 12,555 residents, up from 12,315 at the 2021 Census — a change of 240 people, or 1.9%. That puts 1,812 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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Following assessment of recent ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh home addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Sandy Bay is home to an estimated 12,555 residents as of May 2026. This indicates an addition of 240 individuals (1.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 12,315 people. This shift is derived from a resident count of 12,539, calculated by AreaSearch through analysing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) alongside 40 validated new addresses added post-Census. Such a population size represents a density of 1,811 persons per square kilometer, a figure that exceeds the typical benchmark across nationwide locations monitored by AreaSearch.
The 1.9% expansion in the suburb of Sandy Bay since the 2021 census was slightly quicker than the SA3 region's pace (1.8%), positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was international migration, which functioned as the sole source of population increase during the latest timeframes. AreaSearch utilizes the population projections generated by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 zones not covered by these datasets, and to project age group dynamics beyond 2032, regional projections from the Tasmania State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are employed, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation technique from LGA to SA2 zones. Based on these projected demographic transitions, the suburb of Sandy Bay is anticipated to experience population growth slightly below the national median, expanding by 1,398 persons up to 2041 under aggregated SA2 projections, which represents a total increase of 11.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
79 new dwellings have been approved in Sandy Bay over the past five years, an average of 15 a year. That is 1.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 26, 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of building approvals from the ABS mapped from localized statistical data, the suburb of Sandy Bay typically sees about 15 residential units approved annually. A total of 79 dwellings received approval over the previous 5 financial periods (from FY-21 to FY-25), with 24 approvals recorded so far during FY-26. Amidst recent population declines, construction levels have remained relatively balanced, which is advantageous for home purchasers, while new residential projects carry an average building cost of $493,000, pointing to developer emphasis on high-value, upscale builds. Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $6.4 million during the current financial year, which underscores the predominantly residential environment of the locality.
In comparison to the Hobart metropolitan region, the suburb of Sandy Bay shows a notably lower volume of building activity, sitting 55.0% below the regional per capita benchmark. This constrained supply pipeline typically supports values and demand for existing houses. The building rate is also below the nationwide median, highlighting the fully developed status of the area and indicating possible planning restrictions. Recent building approvals consist of 93.0% standalone houses and 7.0% medium to high-density options, preserving the classic low-density suburban atmosphere preferred by families looking for space. This construction mix leans more heavily towards standalone houses than the existing housing profile (which stood at 69.0% at the Census), highlighting persistent demand for traditional homes even with growing pressure for higher density. With a ratio of approximately 697 residents for every single approved dwelling, the suburb of Sandy Bay shows characteristics of a highly established residential property market. Looking forward, the suburb of Sandy Bay is projected to add 1,382 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of new housing may fall short of demographic demand, which could intensify competition among home buyers and support elevated price growth.
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 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sandy Bay, worth an estimated $374 million. A further 41 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.92 billion. 14 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and council planning schemes are primary drivers of local real estate performance. AreaSearch has tracked 13 active projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Sandy Bay Ferry Terminal, the Fragrance Group Conservatorium Development, the University of Tasmania Sandy Bay Campus Redevelopment, and the Queenborough Oval Redevelopment, with details provided on those of greatest interest.
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Fragrance Group Conservatorium Development
Redevelopment of former ABC/Conservatorium of Music building into 75 serviced apartments with ground floor cafe. Singapore-based Fragrance Group development approved by Hobart City Council in April 2025, preserving heritage mosaic by George Davis.
Sandy Bay Ferry Terminal
New passenger ferry terminal at Lords Beach in Sandy Bay to expand the River Derwent ferry network. Facilities currently proposed include a kiosk, toilets, bicycle storage and e-mobility charging, with improved pedestrian and cycling links. Hobart City Council confirmed Lords Beach as the preferred location (Dec 2024) and ran community engagement in March 2025. Findings support progressing to detailed design and planning approvals.
University of Tasmania Sandy Bay Campus Redevelopment
The University of Tasmania is redeveloping its Sandy Bay campus, including relocating parts to the Hobart CBD as part of the Southern Infrastructure Strategy. The project involves new teaching and research facilities, student accommodation, sports facilities, and a science and technology precinct with state-of-the-art research and teaching spaces. Additionally, over 20 hectares above Churchill Avenue are proposed for residential rezoning.
Queenborough Oval Redevelopment
A $3.8 million redevelopment of Queenborough Oval in Sandy Bay to modernise facilities for the more than 400 players from South Hobart Sandy Bay Cricket Club, Hutchins Old Boys Football Club and Sandy Bay Junior Football Club. Works commenced in November 2024 and are being delivered in two stages: a new changeroom building with medical room and rooftop viewing terrace (stage 1, targeted for mid-2025), and refurbishment of the existing grandstand with a new accessible ramp, walkway, stairwell, lift, umpire facilities, multi-purpose space and unisex public toilets (stage 2, targeted for late 2025).The project is funded by the Tasmanian Government ($2 million) and the City of Hobart ($1.8 million). As of mid-2026 the project remains listed as an active City of Hobart construction project.
21 Enterprise Road Apartments
Original 2020 development application PLN-20-740 proposed 20 multiple dwellings at 21B Enterprise Road. Council refused the application on 10 May 2021 after 213 representations, and the subsequent appeal was withdrawn. In September 2022 the Tasmanian Planning Commission approved rezoning of 21, 21A and 21B Enterprise Road from General Residential to Low Density Residential and applied a Biodiversity Protection Area overlay. Parts of 21A and 21B have since been marketed as residential land with subdivision potential (STCA).No current approval is in force; the concept remains at planning stage.
Grace Residences
Boutique development of 10 house-sized apartments by Earl Properties in partnership with Carta Group. Designed by Cumulus Studio with modernist architecture principles maintaining connection to natural surroundings.
Southern Outlet Transit Lane
Major Hobart City Deal transport project delivering a northbound T3 transit lane between Olinda Grove and Macquarie Street to improve travel times for buses, emergency services and high-occupancy vehicles. The project complements the Huntingfield and Firthside Park and Ride facilities, Transit Lane Connector and Macquarie and Davey Street bus improvements. Rockface protection works are scheduled before major transit lane construction progresses.
Masonic Lodge Hotel Conversion
Adaptive reuse and expansion of the historic 1930s Hobart Masonic Hall. The project involves a seven-storey addition above the existing Stripped Classical style building to create a 51-room hotel. The design preserves the heritage facade and internal halls while adding five levels of accommodation and a rooftop bar. Structural columns will be installed at ground level encroaching onto adjoining titles to support the new upper levels.
6,996 residents of Sandy Bay are employed, from a labour force of 7,090. Unemployment sits at 1.3%, with participation at 63.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% 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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The suburb of Sandy Bay is characterized by a workforce with high levels of education, featuring strong representation in essential service fields, a minimal unemployment rate of 1.3%, and consistent employment levels over the prior year, based on AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, there are 6,996 working residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 3.1% below the 4.4% recorded for Greater Hobart, while the participation rate aligns with the regional average of 63.8%. According to Census responses, a modest 13.5% of the local workforce worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and accommodation & food services. The suburb of Sandy Bay displays a notable employment concentration in accommodation & food services, with a share that is 1.6 times higher than the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, employing only 4.3% of local workers compared to 8.7% across Greater Hobart. Although local jobs exist, comparison of the Census working population against resident numbers suggests many individuals travel outside the area for their jobs. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional geographies, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment rise by 0.3% while the labor force expanded by 0.2%, maintaining a steady level of unemployment. By comparison, Greater Hobart saw a job contraction of 0.1% alongside labor force expansion of 0.2%, resulting in a rise of 0.3 percentage points. Long-term national employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help illustrate prospective job demand trends. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by sector. Mapping these industry-specific trends to the local workforce indicates employment associated with the suburb of Sandy Bay would expand by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a simple weighted model based on industry mix without adjusting for local population dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sandy Bay is $1,915 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $887 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,701 a year against an average of $90,459. The average runs 86% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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The suburb of Sandy Bay has a median taxpayer income of $48,701 and an average taxpayer income of $90,459, according to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures rank among the highest nationally, differing from Greater Hobart's median of $54,577 and average of $65,190. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates point to figures of roughly $54,034 for the median and $100,364 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Sandy Bay cluster near the 62nd percentile of the country.
Income distribution data indicates that 29.8% of the population, representing 3,741 residents, earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the wider regional pattern of 32.2% in this bracket. After meeting housing costs, residents retain 86.5% of their income for other living costs, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sandy Bay had 4,735 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 69% detached houses and 17% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $418 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Sandy Bay at the time of the latest Census consisted of 68.7% standalone houses and 31.3% alternative housing types including townhouses, units, and other dwellings, compared to Hobart metro's mix of 85.3% houses and 14.7% alternative dwellings. The level of outright home ownership stood at 42.8%, which is higher than the Hobart metro benchmark, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (22.0%) or renting tenants (35.3%). The median monthly home loan payment was recorded at $2,167, which is higher than the Hobart metro average of $1,517, while the median weekly rent stood at $418, compared to Hobart metro's median of $350.
Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Sandy Bay are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while rent costs are also higher than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sandy Bay counted 4,735 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 75% of areas nationally, against 33% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of households at 63.0%, consisting of 23.4% couples with children, 32.6% couples without children, and 5.9% single parent households. The remaining 37.0% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 28.1% of all homes and shared group houses making up 8.8%. The average household size of 2.4 residents is identical to the Greater Hobart average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
58.5% of adults in Sandy Bay hold a university qualification, including 31.9% with a bachelor degree and 22.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 88% of areas nationally. A further 8.4% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 2,775 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,128 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment in the suburb of Sandy Bay is higher than state and national marks, with 58.5% of residents aged 15 and older holding a tertiary qualification, compared to 25.5% in TAS and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-sector jobs. Undergraduate degrees represent the largest category at 31.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 22.2% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational education accounts for 17.6% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificate level training at 8.4%.
Student representation is high in the community, with 32.5% of the population enrolled in an educational program. This student cohort includes 12.4% attending university or higher education, 6.9% in primary school, and 6.4% in high school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sandy Bay reaches 77 stops on 90 routes, timetabled for about 9,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 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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Analysis of transit options indicates there are 77 active passenger stops within the suburb of Sandy Bay, providing access to bus services. A network of 90 different routes operates across these stops, delivering 9,308 passenger trips each week. Access to transport is high, with the average home situated 163 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, a majority of workers travel outside the boundaries for employment, with cars being the primary mode at 72%, followed by walking at 13% and bus travel at 11%. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles, which is lower than the wider metropolitan average.
At the time of the 2021 Census, 13.5% of working residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit services run at a frequency of 1,329 trips daily across the network, which averages out to approximately 120 weekly departures from each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.0% of residents in Sandy Bay report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 87% of areas nationally. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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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Health profile statistics show positive outcomes for the suburb of Sandy Bay, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic illnesses showing low rates of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 63% of residents (representing 7,908 people) holding cover, compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart and a national average of 55.7%. The primary medical diagnoses recorded locally are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 7.8% and 6.6% of the population, respectively. Conversely, 73.0% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart.
The suburb of Sandy Bay has 22.7% of its population aged 65 and older (representing 2,849 people), which is higher than the Greater Hobart proportion of 20.0%. Health indicators among these older residents are strong, with national percentiles matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.4% of Sandy Bay residents were born overseas and 28.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 78% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.7%) and Australian (20.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Sandy Bay displays a diverse cultural profile, with 28.4% of residents using a language other than English in their homes and 37.4% born in another country. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 37.4% of the community. The most notable religious variance relative to the wider city is Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of the population compared to 0.1% across Greater Hobart. When looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the three largest groups in the suburb of Sandy Bay are English at 27.7% of the population, Australian at 20.5% (which sits below the regional average of 28.0%), and Chinese at 11.0% (which is higher than the regional average of 2.7%).
Other specific ethnic groups show distinct differences in local representation, with Korean heritage accounting for 0.6% of residents (compared to 0.2% regionally), Polish at 0.8% (compared to 0.8%), and Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sandy Bay is 39. 33.6% 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 in the suburb of Sandy Bay is 39 years, matching the Greater Hobart median of 39 and sitting close to the national median of 38. Compared to regional averages, the 15 - 24 age bracket is overrepresented at 14.9%, while children aged 5 - 14 are underrepresented at 8.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 12.7% to 14.9%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket increased from 10.9% to 12.2%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 19.9% to 18.7%.
Projections indicate the age profile of the suburb of Sandy Bay will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 55% to add 680 people and reach 1,911, whereas the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sandy Bay
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 7 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 — 40 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,315 at the 2021 Census → 12,555 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 (SAL60585). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.