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The median house price in South Kempsey is $498k, with units at $355k. House values have moved 5.7% a year compounded over five years.
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South Kempsey has an estimated 2,719 residents, up from 2,604 at the 2021 Census — a change of 115 people, or 4.4%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. Density is about 42 people per 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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Based on demographic assessments of ABS data updates for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count in the suburb of South Kempsey is projected to be approximately 2,719 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 115 individuals (4.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,604 people. The calculation is derived from a resident base of 2,718, calculated by AreaSearch through analysis of the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside an additional 22 validated new addresses registered after the Census date.
This population level yields a density of 42 persons per square kilometer, which allows plenty of space for each resident. The 4.4% expansion rate in the suburb of South Kempsey since the 2021 census outpaced the wider SA3 region (4.3%), positioning it as a key driver of growth locally. Inflow from other states was the main driver of population growth, accounting for roughly 68.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates regional projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. In instances where specific SA2 regions are not detailed, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Demographic growth trends by age cohort from these aggregated sources are projected forward from 2032 to 2041. Future expectations indicate that population growth in the suburb of South Kempsey will exceed the median of national non-metropolitan zones, with projections predicting an expansion of 377 residents by 2041, which equates to a total growth of 13.8% across the 16 years.
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38 new dwellings have been approved in South Kempsey over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to building approval figures compiled by AreaSearch from ABS statistical area data, South Kempsey has averaged approximately 7 residential building approvals annually, summing up to roughly 38 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 8 approvals have been registered. Given that an average of 3.7 individuals moved to the area for every new dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is outstripping supply. This imbalance typically exerts upward pressure on home prices and intensifies buyer competition. Concurrently, new dwellings show a mean value of $403,000, which is higher than the regional average, indicating a focus on higher quality projects.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $871,000 have been logged during this financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential layout of the area. Building activity per resident in South Kempsey is approximately half the rate observed in the Rest of NSW, positioning the locality in the 37th percentile of areas evaluated nationwide, which translates to fewer purchasing options and helps sustain demand for established properties. This rate of construction also falls below the national average, reflecting a mature market environment and potential limits on future development. Recent activity consists of 71.0% freestanding homes and 29.0% townhouses or multi-residential units, preserving the established low-density style that caters to families seeking space. This represents a distinct departure from the current housing stock (91.0% houses), signaling a scarcity of vacant land and reflecting evolving buyer needs for diverse and cost-effective housing formats. The average ratio of 452 people per approved dwelling highlights the tranquil and low-scale building landscape. Projections indicate that the suburb of South Kempsey will gain 376 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If construction rates remain unchanged, housing availability may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support rising valuations.
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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 South Kempsey. A further 48 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.72 billion. 17 are already under construction and 16 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major upgrades are primary drivers of neighborhood change. AreaSearch has identified 10 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable works include the Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex, the West Kempsey Social and Affordable Housing initiative, the Telecommunications Facility West Kempsey, and the Kempsey Riverside Precinct Foreshore Stabilisation, with details on the most relevant projects provided below.
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West Kempsey Structure Plan
A future structure plan identified in the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2023 to guide residential and employment growth in West Kempsey. The plan will address housing diversity including medium density development around the Hospital and TAFE, industrial land expansion, infrastructure provision (water and sewerage), heritage protection, and connectivity improvements. West Kempsey is the main commercial and residential centre of the shire with approximately 5,000 residents and is home to major civic facilities including Kempsey District Hospital, TAFE campus, and key commercial centres along Elbow Street.
West Kempsey Community Centre
A dynamic community hub refurbished from a NSW Land and Housing Corporation property with a $131,433 grant from the NSW Government Community Development Fund. The centre officially opened on March 6, 2024, providing essential support services including tenant employment programs (Test and Fix), health and wellbeing programs, Alcohol and Other Drugs counselling, youth programs (Tidda Time for young women), community meals and food relief, community gardening, and after-school support. Features vibrant exterior artwork by local Dunghutti artist Jason Ridgeway.In its first year (September 2024 - February 2025), the centre generated $8.67 million in social and economic value, demonstrating significant community impact. The hub serves as a culturally safe meeting place fostering connection, education, and empowerment for West Kempsey residents.
West Kempsey Social and Affordable Housing
CHL, with ACHL and NSW Government support via the Together Home Transition Program, is delivering 32 new social and affordable homes across six vacant lots in West Kempsey. Recent development applications cover multiple addresses (Gordon Nixon Ave, Keith Moses Cres, and George Hardiman Ave). The project aims to renew underutilised sites and provide small-scale, fit-for-purpose dwellings for singles, couples and small families.
Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex
A major upgrade to the Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex in Kempsey, funded by a $10 million NSW Government grant. Works include reconfiguration of fields with two new turf cricket wickets, refurbishment of the grandstand, two grass and eleven hard surface netball courts, a new clubhouse and netball pavilion, competition-standard lighting, a perimeter running path, fitness stations, irrigation, and expanded car parking. As of mid-2025 the running track, carpark, turf, irrigation and netball court asphalting are complete.The construction tender for the new clubhouse and netball pavilion was awarded to Van Mal Construction Group in June 2025, with site activation underway; a confirmed construction start date for the buildings has not yet been announced.
West Kempsey General Industrial Land Expansion
A minor expansion of E4 General Industrial zoned land at West Kempsey, identified as an action of the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2041 (LGMS). The LGMS was adopted by Kempsey Shire Council in 2023 and endorsed by the NSW Department of Planning and Environment on 23 August 2023, with the sole exclusion of land near 906 Stuarts Point Road. The strategy concludes that Kempsey Shire already holds sufficient zoned employment land to 2041, but allows for very minor expansions in specific localities to meet a medium to longer term need, with West Kempsey nominated as one of those locations.The additional industrial land is intended to support projected employment growth across the Shire from 10,948 jobs in 2016 to 15,370 jobs in 2041, an increase of 4,422 jobs concentrated in health care and social assistance, retail trade, education and training, construction, and accommodation and food services. West Kempsey has a population of around 5,000 and is a key commercial and residential centre for the Shire, containing Kempsey District Hospital, the Mid North Coast TAFE campus, police, courthouse, railway station and the Elbow Street commercial precinct. The extent, location and staging of the industrial expansion are to be resolved through a future West Kempsey Structure Plan, which will also address reducing the R1 minimum lot size to 400sqm, expanding and lifting height limits in the R3 medium density zone around the hospital and TAFE, rezoning the hospital site to SP2 Health and the TAFE and Kempsey High School to SP2 Education, and investigating a consolidated health precinct bounded by Harold Coutman, Leith, Polwood and Tozer Streets. As at July 2026 no structure plan has been exhibited and no planning proposal has been lodged with the NSW Planning Portal to amend the Kempsey Local Environmental Plan 2013 for the West Kempsey industrial land. Council has progressed related strategic work in the interim, including the new Kempsey Development Control Plan which took effect on 1 July 2026, and the draft Kempsey Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2025. Servicing capacity is a key constraint, with the new Central Kempsey Sewage Treatment Plant planned to replace the West Kempsey, South Kempsey and Frederickton plants and cater for ultimate catchment growth. Any rezoning will require a separate planning proposal and gateway determination under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and must demonstrate consistency with the North Coast Regional Plan 2041.
Health Precinct Development West Kempsey
The Health Precinct Development in West Kempsey is a strategic initiative by Kempsey Shire Council to consolidate health-related facilities and services into an integrated hub surrounding the existing Kempsey District Hospital. The project involves rezoning land to accommodate allied health, medical support services, and private practitioners. As of May 2026, the project has transitioned to the finalisation stage following a public exhibition period for the Kempsey Development Control Plan (DCP) 2026, which concluded in February 2026.The planning framework addresses critical infrastructure needs including drainage and flood mitigation to support future medical expansions.
Central Kempsey Wastewater Treatment Plant
Construction of a replacement wastewater treatment plant in West Kempsey. The program is now estimated to cost almost $250 million, including the Central Kempsey Wastewater Treatment Plant project, which is now estimated to have a total project cost of approximately $150 million.
Rezoning of RU5 Village Zone to R1 General Residential along River Street West Kempsey
Strategic planning proposal identified in the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2023 to rezone RU5 Village zoned land along River Street to R1 General Residential zoning. This rezoning aims to create a logical connection between existing R1 General Residential zones and facilitate future residential development in West Kempsey. The proposal forms part of Council's 20-year growth strategy to accommodate projected population increase and housing demand of approximately 2,790 new dwellings by 2041.
1,028 residents of South Kempsey are employed, from a labour force of 1,141. Unemployment sits at 10.0%, with participation at 53.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,345, about 123% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 local workforce features a mix of blue-collar and white-collar roles, with a solid representation of essential service industries, and an unemployment rate of 10.0% according to statistical area aggregations by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 1,028 locals were employed. The jobless rate sits 5.9% higher than the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, showing room for progress, and labor force participation is lower at 53.0% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census records indicate that a low 7.9% of residents worked from home, although this may have been influenced by lockdown restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. Health care & social assistance is particularly dominant, showing a concentration 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for just 2.4% of the workforce compared to 5.1% across Regional NSW. A ratio of 0.9 workers per resident at the time of the Census indicates solid local job availability. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region show that over the 12-month period, the labor force shrank by 2.9% while total employment fell by 4.0%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.1 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW saw a 0.9% decrease in employment and a 0.4% drop in the labor force, leading to a 0.5 percentage point increase in its jobless rate. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional perspective on future employment demand. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local workforce profile to model future growth. While total employment nationwide is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by sector. Projecting these trends onto the industry mix of South Kempsey suggests local jobs could grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (this represents a simple weighting based on industry mix and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in South Kempsey is $1,074 a week (about $56,000 a year), with median personal income at $527 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,936 a year against an average of $46,857. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO postcode-level statistics for financial year 2023, taxpayers in South Kempsey earn a median income of $40,936, with an average of $46,857. These figures are below the national average and compare to a median of $52,390 and average of $65,215 in Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate a median of $45,161 and an average of $51,693 as of March 2026. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes between the 5th and 6th percentiles nationally.
The income bracket of $800 - 1,499 contains 31.8% of local earners (864 individuals), differing from the wider region where 29.9% of taxpayers earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Financial strain from housing costs is high, leaving only 83.0% of household income remaining, which ranks in the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Kempsey had 890 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 4% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 25.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the distribution of housing types in South Kempsey stood at 91.4% standalone houses and 8.7% other housing structures (such as townhouses, units, or caravans), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership was lower than the regional rate, sitting at 35.6%, with mortgaged properties making up 30.3% and rental dwellings comprising 34.1%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,300, which is below the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $270 compared to Regional NSW's $330.
Nationally, the monthly mortgage payment is significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Kempsey counted 890 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 24% are couples with children, fewer than in 75% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 67.4% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 23.5%, couples without children at 24.1%, and single-parent households at 18.7%. The remaining 32.6% are non-family households, with single-person residences accounting for 26.7% and group households representing 5.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, exceeding the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.2% of adults in South Kempsey hold a university qualification, including 9.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 91% of areas nationally. A further 33.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,061 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 839 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 levels present a clear challenge, with only 12.2% of residents holding a university qualification, which is lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 9.3%, with postgraduate degrees at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 0.7%. Vocational education is common, with 42.4% of the population aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 33.4%. A high proportion of residents are engaged in study, with 34.5% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This includes 15.1% attending primary schools, 10.3% in secondary schools, and 1.7% studying at a tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in South Kempsey reaches 52 stops on 42 routes, timetabled for about 310 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 transit options include 52 active transport stops, primarily buses, operating within South Kempsey. These locations are served by 42 unique routes that run a combined 309 weekly services. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 181 meters from their nearest stop. Private cars remain the primary commute method at 94%, reflecting the outbound travel patterns of this residential area. Households average 1.5 vehicles. A small portion of the workforce (7.9%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was held during COVID-19 restrictions. Services run at a mean frequency of 44 daily trips across the transit network, translating to roughly 5 passenger trips per week at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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56.7% of residents in South Kempsey report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 8.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 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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Significant health issues are visible across South Kempsey based on mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, affecting both younger and older cohorts, while the rate of private health coverage is low at about 46% of the population (~1,238 people). This compares to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most common diagnoses, affecting 11.9 and 10.3% of residents respectively. Conversely, 56.7% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Chronic illness rates are high among the working-age cohort.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 17.8% of the population (483 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW share of 23.4%. Health measures for older residents show challenges, with national percentiles matching the broader population patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
South Kempsey is largely Australian-born, at 93.4% of residents, with 2.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.0%) and English (29.0%). 15.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics are below average, with citizens representing 87.4% of the population, 93.4% of residents born in Australia, and 97.5% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, chosen by 52.4% of residents, compared to 55.9% in Regional NSW. The top parental birthplaces reported are Australian (32.0%), English (29.0%), and Australian Aboriginal (15.0%), which is higher than the regional average of 4.6%. Some demographic variations exist, with Samoan background representing 0.1% (compared to 0.1% regionally), New Zealand ancestry at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Lebanese heritage at 0.2% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South Kempsey is 42. 23.3% 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 similar to the Regional NSW average of 43 years, but older than the national median of 38 years. Children aged 5 - 14 years are prominent at 14.6%, whereas the 85+ cohort is smaller at 0.4% compared to Regional NSW. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 10.7% to 12.3%, while the 85+ age group shrank from 1.4% to 0.4%. Demographic projections for 2041 suggest changes, with the 45 to 54 cohort growing by 25% to add 84 residents and reach 422, while the 15 to 24 and 65 to 74 age cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Kempsey
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 | May 2026 3 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 May 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 — 22 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,604 at the 2021 Census → 2,719 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 (SAL13604). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.