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The median house price in South Turramurra is $2.38m, with units at $1.67m. House values have moved -0.6% a year compounded over five years.
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South Turramurra has an estimated 3,169 residents, down from 3,208 at the 2021 Census — a change of 39 people, or 1.2%. The population has thinned by an average 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 96% of areas nationally. That puts 1,036 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 an examination of ABS demographic releases for the wider region alongside address records validated by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of South Turramurra has an estimated population of 3,169 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 39 individuals (1.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 3,208 residents. This updated figure is derived from the 3,169 resident estimate computed by AreaSearch via recent ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 and ongoing address tracking. The current population translates to a density of 1,035 persons per square kilometer, a level that aligns closely with standard benchmarks observed across other locations studied by AreaSearch.
In recent times, population additions were almost entirely attributable to overseas migration, which served as the primary catalyst for growth. AreaSearch incorporates projections compiled by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 boundaries, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the baseline year. For regions where these models are unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline are substituted. The age-specific growth trajectories from these sources are also mapped to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these projections, the suburb of South Turramurra is anticipated to undergo a population reduction of 34 individuals by 2041. Conversely, select cohorts are expected to expand, particularly the 75 to 84 bracket, which is forecast to increase by 61 individuals. Details regarding age breakdowns are available in the corresponding section.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Over the preceding five-year interval, South Turramurra has recorded no approvals for new residential dwellings. This demonstrates a fully developed, established locality where vacant land options for new building projects are scarce. For prospective purchasers, the lack of incoming housing additions generally underpins asset valuations, concentrating purchasing activity on the pre-existing housing stock. In comparison to the broader Greater Sydney region, South Turramurra displays a much lower level of residential construction. This constraint on new builds typically strengthens demand and pricing dynamics for pre-existing properties. Similarly, construction activity is lower than the national benchmark, reflecting a mature residential landscape and potential planning limitations.
As demographic projections point to stable or contracting numbers, South Turramurra is likely to experience less pressure on its housing inventory, which could present favorable options for prospective buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around South Turramurra
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 106 current infrastructure and development projects close to South Turramurra, worth an estimated $45.1 billion. 28 are already under construction and 47 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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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Developmental changes, planning proposals, and infrastructure upgrades are major drivers of local property markets. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. Key projects of relevance include Senso Epping, Pacific Highway Upgrades - Turramurra to Wahroonga, Northern Sydney Freight Corridor Stage 2, and Fox Valley Rd, Wahroonga, with details of those most significant listed below.
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Norman Griffiths Oval Upgrade
Upgrade of Norman Griffiths Oval to include an all-weather synthetic turf field, underground stormwater detention basin, upgraded sewer infrastructure, new lighting, fencing, pathways, landscaping, electronic scoreboard and improved drainage. In May 2026 Council paused the project after costs increased to approximately $20.2 million, pending an independent review, capital expenditure assessment and community consultation. In late July 2026 councillors moved to restart the project, with Council considering resuming construction.
Macquarie Centre Redevelopment
A major $1 billion mixed-use expansion of Macquarie Centre. As of 2026, the project is in construction with a $400 million retail expansion underway to create Australia's largest retail footprint by 2027. The masterplan includes four residential towers ranging from 26 to 33 storeys providing approximately 1,000 apartments, 130 new specialty stores, an Olympic-sized ice rink, and 5,000sqm of community facilities. The development provides direct integration with the Macquarie University Metro station and the Macquarie Park Innovation District.
Macquarie Rise
Macquarie Rise is a luxury mixed-use development by TOGA, delivered in partnership with Baptist Union NSW and Morling College. The project features three residential towers ranging from 12 to 14 storeys, containing 268 apartments. These sit above a two-storey commercial podium providing 1,200 sqm of retail and office space. Residents have access to 'Club Rise' amenities including a 20m lap pool, gym, Pilates studio, and cinema room.
The Residences at Wahroonga Estate
Stage 1 of the $1.5 billion Wahroonga Estate masterplan, delivering 128 premium apartments across three six-storey buildings on the 66-hectare Seventh-day Adventist Church precinct. Developed by Capital Corporation in a joint venture with the Church and built by DASCO, the project features curved brick facade design by Group GSA, bespoke interiors by Coco Republic, and landscaped communal spaces with direct access to Coups Creek bushland. Targeting downsizers and owner-occupiers on Sydney's Upper North Shore, adjacent to the Sydney Adventist Hospital.
Pymble Grand
A boutique collection of 50 contemporary one and two bedroom apartments in a 5-storey low-rise building, set within the leafy suburb of Pymble on Sydney's exclusive Upper North Shore. Located close to Pymble train station and local amenities. Features modern finishes, secure parking, and landscaped gardens.
M_Park Macquarie Technology Centre
Stockland's approximately $2 billion M_Park is a multi-stage life sciences and technology innovation precinct in the Macquarie Park Innovation District. Stage 1 includes three premium commercial buildings, a data centre, retail and hospitality, and a 2,500 sqm public park. Building 11 is operational with tenants including CHEP, Demant and WiSE Medical, while Buildings 15 and 17, including Johnson & Johnson's new Australian headquarters, are in the final stages of construction.
Macquarie Park Bus Depot
Sydney's first purpose-built battery electric bus depot, part of the NSW Government's Zero Emission Buses Program. The facility is designed to house 165 battery electric buses and includes comprehensive charging infrastructure, maintenance bays, a bus wash, and an underground car park for 150 staff. The project involves upgrading and widening Pittwater Road to facilitate depot access and is a key step in transitioning the state's bus fleet to zero emissions by 2047.
Finlay House
A boutique collection of 37 luxury apartments featuring 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom apartments with spacious floorplans. Located 600m from Turramurra Station, Finlay House offers a blend of modern architecture and timeless heritage, set among Turramurra's green estates.
1,734 residents of South Turramurra are employed, from a labour force of 1,781. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 70.9%. 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 2,580, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education, with the technology industry showing particularly strong representation. The area registers a low unemployment rate of 2.6% alongside an annual job growth rate of 2.4%, according to AreaSearch compilations. As of March 2026, there are 1,734 employed residents, and the unemployment rate sits 1.5% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is generally consistent with the Greater Sydney level of 69.1%. Census records show that a substantial 62.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are professional & technical services, healthcare & social assistance, and education & training. Professional & technical services exhibit a strong concentration locally, with an employment share that is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction accounts for only 5.3% of the local workforce, which is below the 8.6% recorded across Greater Sydney. Given the difference between the Census working population and resident population figures, this predominantly residential locality seems to provide few local employment opportunities. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for the year ending March 2026 show that local employment grew by 2.4% while the labor force expanded by 1.7%, leading to a decline in the unemployment rate of 0.7 percentage points. During the same period, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand patterns. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential employment trends. Locally, employment is projected to rise by 7.4% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, based on these industry trends, compared to national forecasts of 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. This calculation is a weighted projection for illustration and does not account for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in South Turramurra is $3,447 a week (about $179,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,058 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,550 a year against an average of $122,780. The average runs 87% 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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According to the latest financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch, tax-paying residents in the suburb of South Turramurra earn exceptionally high incomes relative to national standards. The median taxpayer income is $65,550 and the average income is $122,780, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields current estimates of approximately $72,315 for the median and $135,451 for the average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household incomes are in the 99th percentile, with a weekly median of $3,447.
The largest income bracket contains 44.1% of residents (1,397 people) earning $4000+ weekly, whereas the wider region is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 30.9%. High-income earners are prominent, with 55.6% of households receiving more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to substantial financial capacity. Housing costs represent 13.6% of income, and strong household earnings place residents in the 98th percentile for disposable income, with a SEIFA income score in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Turramurra had 1,019 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 8% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $795 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 97% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential landscape in South Turramurra at the time of the latest Census consisted of 98.6% stand-alone houses and 1.4% other dwellings like semi-detached properties and apartments, compared to metro Sydney where houses make up 55.9% and other dwellings comprise 44.1%. Home ownership stands at 41.8%, which is considerably higher than the Sydney metro level, with remaining households holding a mortgage (50.1%) or renting (8.1%). The median mortgage repayment is $3,500 per month, which is well above the Sydney metro median of $2,427. The median weekly rent is $795, compared to the Sydney metro median of $470.
Globally, mortgage commitments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Turramurra counted 1,019 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 56% are couples with children, more than in 97% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the vast majority of households at 86.7%, consisting of couples with children at 56.0%, couples without children at 21.6%, and single parents at 8.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 13.3%, which includes lone-person households at 11.5% and group share houses at 1.6%. The median household size of 3.1 residents is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.1% of adults in South Turramurra hold a university qualification, including 33.0% with a bachelor degree and 15.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 10.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 1,025 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,122 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 credentials in South Turramurra are significantly higher than wider benchmarks, with 52.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services sectors. Bachelor degrees represent 33.0% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Vocational qualifications represent 20.7% of credentials among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 10.4%. Enrolment in education is substantial, with 34.0% of the population participating in formal studies.
This group comprises 11.4% of residents in primary schools, 10.5% in secondary schools, and 6.9% undertaking higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in South Turramurra reaches 24 stops on 30 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 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 1.8 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 South Turramurra include 24 active bus stops. These stops accommodate 30 routes, delivering 1,123 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is strong, with the average distance to a transit stop being 156 meters. As a residential community, the majority of workers commute to external areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 84%, followed by trains at 9%. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.8, exceeding the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 62.3%, work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.
Weekly operations across all transport routes average 160 journeys daily, which corresponds to approximately 46 weekly journeys per bus stop.
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75.7% of residents in South Turramurra report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 93% of areas nationally. 2.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 75.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics reflect strong outcomes in South Turramurra, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality and chronic illness rates, showing very low rates of common health conditions across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, covering approximately 75% of the local population (2,384 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent diagnosed medical conditions, affecting 6.5% and 6.1% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 75.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and over account for 14.7% of the population (465 people), and senior health outcomes remain strong, with national rankings aligning with the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
32.7% of South Turramurra residents were born overseas and 23.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.8%) and Australian (22.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in South Turramurra exceeds that of most comparable areas, with 23.1% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 32.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 50.7% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.7% of residents compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parental ancestry, the three primary heritage groups are English at 25.8% of the population (notably higher than the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 22.3%, and Other ancestries at 9.9% (below the regional average of 16.0%).
There are also specific differences in other ancestries, with Korean backgrounds at 2.0% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), South Australian backgrounds at 1.1% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and French backgrounds at 0.7% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South Turramurra is 42. 20.9% 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 residents is 42 years, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age group represents 18.4% of the population, compared to 12.0% nationally, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 3.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 14.0% to 17.0%, while the 75 to 84 cohort has decreased from 6.4% to 4.0%, and the 0 to 4 group has dropped from 5.3% to 4.1%.
By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate that the 85+ cohort will grow by 67% (50 people), increasing from 76 to 127. The combined cohorts aged 65+ are expected to drive 96% of total population growth, while the 25 to 34 and 55 to 64 groups are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Turramurra
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, 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,208 at the 2021 Census → 3,169 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 (SAL13614). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.