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The median house price in Seaforth (NSW) is $3.62m, with units at $2.60m. House values have moved -0.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Seaforth (NSW) has an estimated 7,350 residents, down from 7,384 at the 2021 Census. That puts 2,363 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside recent address validations performed by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Seaforth (NSW) has an estimated resident cohort of approximately 7,350 individuals as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 34 residents (0.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a headcount of 7,384 individuals. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 7,350, which AreaSearch estimated using the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) combined with 42 verified new locations established after the Census date.
Such a headcount translates to a density of 2,363 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quartile of all Australian markets analyzed by AreaSearch. Expansion in the resident count was mostly propelled by arrivals from abroad, which comprised approximately 78.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates demographic projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 zones lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are utilized. Estimated growth trajectories for individual age brackets from these data structures are additionally applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic developments, the suburb of Seaforth (NSW) is anticipated to experience a drop in its overall count, losing 40 residents by 2041 under this framework. Conversely, expansion is projected in certain cohorts, led by residents aged 85 and over, whose numbers are expected to rise by 150 individuals. Refer to the age section for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
138 new dwellings have been approved in Seaforth (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 3.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 53% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 14, well below 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 building approval figures from the ABS allocated across local zones, the suburb has averaged approximately 27 new residential approvals annually, translating to an estimated 138 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 13 approvals have been logged. With the local population shrinking, construction trends remain relatively proportional, providing opportunities for purchasers, while incoming properties carry an average construction value of $965,000, illustrating a commercial concentration on high-end, upscale residences. Furthermore, $9.1 million in commercial building approvals have been logged during the current financial year, which underscores the predominantly residential focus of the neighborhood.
Relative to Greater Sydney, new residential approvals per capita in this locality are 60.0% higher, offering greater diversity for prospective purchasers. Incoming construction consists of 53.0% detached houses and 47.0% semi-detached properties or units, showing a growing transition toward attached dwellings that provide varied price points, ranging from spacious family residences to more affordable compact dwellings. This represents a clear shift from the historical built environment (which comprises 87.0% houses), reflecting a decrease in available development sites while catering to changing lifestyle choices and affordability pressures. Registering approximately 226 residents for each dwelling approval, the neighborhood displays low density attributes. Given that demographic projections point to stable or contracting numbers, the local area is likely to experience less pressure on housing demand, which represents an advantage for buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Seaforth (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Seaforth (NSW), worth an estimated $269 million. A further 14 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.5 billion. 6 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and health & medical. 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 upgrades, major developments, and urban planning changes have a significant influence on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 4 key projects likely to affect the suburb. The primary initiatives include the Seaforth Village Masterplan & Redevelopment, Seaforth Public School Expansion & Modernisation, Sangrado Road Residential Development, and the Beaches Link Tunnel, with details on the most relevant works provided below.
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Seaforth Village Masterplan & Redevelopment
A proposed mixed-use village centre redevelopment of the existing Seaforth shopping strip, featuring a new full-line supermarket, specialty retail, dining precinct, medical centre, childcare facility, and improved public domain with laneways and plazas. Developed by Celeste Property, the project aims to transform the ageing centre into a contemporary neighbourhood hub serving the Northern Beaches community.
Sangrado Road Residential Development
Approved medium-density residential development comprising 12 luxury townhouses in the heart of Seaforth.
Wakehurst Parkway Improvements (Frenchs Forest to Narrabeen)
Improvements to Wakehurst Parkway between Frenchs Forest Road, Frenchs Forest and Pittwater Road, North Narrabeen. The project includes intersection upgrades, lane widening, new shared paths, and flood mitigation in partnership with Northern Beaches Council to enhance safety, efficiency, and flood resilience. Main construction commenced in June 2026.
Seaforth Public School Expansion & Modernisation
Proposed upgrade and expansion of Seaforth Public School, a two-campus primary school in Sydney's Northern Beaches, as part of the NSW Department of Education capital works program. Scope reportedly includes new classroom blocks, hall refurbishment, and improved play spaces. As of 2025-26, no dedicated School Infrastructure NSW project page exists; the school is listed under routine maintenance programs only, with no confirmed funding or construction timeline announced.
Totem Road Precinct - Balgowlah Heights
Boutique collection of 28 luxury townhouses and apartments in Balgowlah Heights by Pallas Group, with completion due mid-2026. The project consists of two separate residential buildings.
Balgowlah Village Shopping Centre Refurbishment
Internal refurbishment and tenant remix program at the former Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre. Stockland sold the 12,802 square metre centre to private developer Revelop in March 2024 for 155 million dollars and the asset was rebranded Balgowlah Village following a community naming vote. Revelop has publicly ruled out site redevelopment, including any additional residential tower, and confirmed the strategy is to refresh the interior, refurbish public areas and introduce new fresh food and dining tenancies.Revelop and the centre's own channels describe the transformation as well underway, with new food and beverage tenants such as The Kitchen launching promotions through mid-2026. The centre forms the retail podium of an existing mixed use precinct that already includes 240 apartments above the shopping floors, a car park and Fitness First Platinum gym, and is anchored by Coles, Harbord Growers Market and around 70 specialty stores. An earlier major expansion development application lodged under previous owner Invesco was refused by the Sydney North Planning Panel in 2021 due to traffic, building height and setback concerns and is no longer being progressed.
The Strand - Balgowlah
Luxury collection of 12 oversized 3- and 4-bedroom apartments with rooftop terraces directly opposite North Harbour Reserve, developed by the Toga Group. The development appears to be in the pre-construction or planning phase.
Balgowlah RSL Club Renovations (Stage 1 of Master Plan)
Stage 1 of the Balgowlah RSL Master Plan involves a comprehensive refurbishment of the club facilities. The scope includes the demolition and reconstruction of the main lounge, cafe, and TAB areas, alongside the creation of a new indoor/outdoor bar precinct featuring an operable glass roof. This stage focuses on modernising the 70-year-old venue to enhance community appeal and accessibility while maintaining its role as a key local hub.
3,823 residents of Seaforth (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 3,960. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 67.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,363, about 87% 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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Seaforth boasts a highly educated workforce, with the technology sector standing out in terms of representation. The unemployment rate is only 3.5%, and there has been relative employment stability over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,823 residents are in work, while the unemployment rate is 0.7% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Sydney's 69.1%. Based on Census responses, a high 62.7% of residents were found to work from home, though the impact of Covid-19 lockdowns should be considered.
The principal sectors employing local residents are professional & technical services, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. The community exhibits a strong specialization in professional & technical fields, with a share of employment that is 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 10.8% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Sydney figure of 14.1%. This heavily residential neighborhood appears to provide few local employment options, as shown by the relationship between the Census workplace count and the resident worker count. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated across broader districts shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force expanded by 1.0% while total employment fell by 0.2%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 1.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9%, labor force expansion of 1.9%, and a minor drop in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in the district. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local workforce profile to project growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local occupational structure indicates that local employment should rise by 7.4% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (note that this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Seaforth (NSW) is $4,184 a week (about $218,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,263 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $71,559 a year against an average of $147,933. The average runs 107% 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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Taxpayer income levels in this neighborhood are exceptionally high by national standards, based on the latest ATO data compiled for the 2023 financial year. The median taxpayer income is $71,559 and the average income is $147,933, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $78,944 for the median and $163,200 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes are all highly ranked, placing in the 93rd to 99th percentiles nationwide.
The largest income bracket consists of 51.1% of taxpayers earning $4000+ weekly (3,755 residents), contrasting with the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is most common at 30.9%. High earners are highly represented, with 61.0% earning more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to robust purchasing power. Housing costs consume 14.0% of earnings, and strong local wages place residents in the 99th percentile for disposable income, with the SEIFA index ranking the area in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Seaforth (NSW) had 2,267 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 5% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $875 a week and the median mortgage repayment $4,333 a month, a total housing cost higher than 99% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.9%. 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 patterns in the area at the time of the last Census showed 86.8% detached houses and 13.1% alternative dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership rates in the area were much higher than the Sydney metro average, standing at 39.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (44.2%) or tenants (16.5%). The median monthly home loan repayment was well above the Sydney metro average at $4,333, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $875, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,427 and $470.
Locally, mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Seaforth (NSW) counted 2,267 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 54% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 11% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units are the dominant household type at 86.6%, consisting of couples with children at 53.9%, couples without children at 23.5%, and single parent households at 8.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.4%, with single-person households representing 11.4% and group households making up 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 occupants is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.7% of adults in Seaforth (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 34.8% with a bachelor degree and 12.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 11.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 414 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,158 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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Academic attainment in the area is substantially higher than broader reference levels, with 50.7% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-based jobs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common credential at 34.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (12.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational training accounts for 22.4% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (11.2%). Academic participation is high, with 35.2% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
This group comprises 12.1% enrolled in primary schools, 11.6% in secondary schools, and 5.8% attending higher education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Seaforth (NSW) reaches 82 stops on 54 routes, timetabled for about 4,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 the area include 82 active transit stops, consisting of bus services. These stops support 54 distinct routes, delivering 4,064 passenger trips each week. Transit access is rated highly, with dwellings averaging 132 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of residents travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 85%, and buses used by 7%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars, exceeding the regional baseline. A high proportion of residents, 62.7%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions.
Public transport frequency averages 580 daily trips across the transit network, which translates to approximately 49 weekly trips for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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77.5% of residents in Seaforth (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 92% of areas nationally. 3.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 85.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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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Public health metrics reveal outstanding outcomes in the area, based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term illnesses, with low rates of common health conditions across all demographic groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 85% of the population (6,254 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues locally, affecting 6.1% and 5.5% of the population, respectively, while 77.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
The neighborhood has 16.5% of its population aged 65 and over (1,212 people), which exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%. Health outcomes for local seniors are highly positive, with national standings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.3% of Seaforth (NSW) residents were born overseas and 15.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.8%) and Australian (20.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local community exhibits higher cultural diversity than most comparable markets, with 15.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 33.3% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 53.3% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration relative to regional patterns is Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the top three heritages are English, representing 29.8% of the population (significantly above the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 20.6%, and Irish at 9.7%.
In addition, there are notable concentrations of other ancestries: Welsh background is represented at 0.9% (compared to 0.4% across the region), French at 1.0% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and South Australian at 1.2% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Seaforth (NSW) is 42. 22.2% 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 42 years is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age bracket is highly represented at 17.0% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 6.2%. The concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 is well above the national share of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 12.9% to 16.0% of the total population, while the 35 to 44 cohort has fallen from 12.2% to 10.4%, and the 5 to 14 group has decreased from 17.3% to 15.6%.
Demographic projections for 2041 suggest significant structural shifts in the age profile. The cohort aged 85 and over is projected to grow by 79% (144 people), rising from 183 to 328. Combined, the cohorts aged 65 and over will account for 100% of net population growth, reflecting an aging population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 and 25 to 34 brackets are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Seaforth (NSW)
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 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 42 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,384 at the 2021 Census → 7,350 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 (SAL13524). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.