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Stirling (WA) has an estimated 11,257 residents, up from 10,165 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,092 people, or 10.7%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 76.0% of that increase. That puts 2,321 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch incorporating broader ABS updates and 95 validated new addresses since the Census place the population of the suburb of Stirling (WA) at approximately 11,257 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 1,092 people (10.7%) compared to the 10,165 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Such figures are derived from an estimated resident population of 11,229 established through the ABS ERP data release in June 2025 alongside post-Census address additions. The area maintains a population density of 2,321 persons per square kilometer, tracking above standard nationwide figures compiled by AreaSearch.
Outpacing the 9.5% national benchmark, the 10.7% growth recorded in the suburb of Stirling (WA) since the 2021 census positions it as a leading regional growth zone. Inbound international migration served as the principal driver of this expansion, accounting for roughly 76.0% of recent population additions. Population projections utilized by AreaSearch integrate the 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia dataset with a 2022 baseline for local SA2 divisions. For locations lacking this coverage, as well as for all projections beyond 2032, models incorporate age-cohort expansion rates from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (built upon 2022 data). Demographic modeling indicates that the suburb of Stirling (WA) will track above national median growth rates, with aggregated SA2 projections anticipating an influx of 1,894 persons to 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 16.6% over the 16 years.
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93 new dwellings have been approved in Stirling (WA) over the past five years, an average of 18 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 52% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 41, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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ABS building approvals assessed at the local level show the suburb averaging approximately 18 dwellings receiving planning consent each year, tallying an estimated 93 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 41 so far in FY-25. An average intake of 5.9 new residents per year per finished home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) highlights residential demand substantially surpassing new supply, a condition that typically elevates buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices. Newly approved residential builds reflect an average value of $575,000, underscoring building activity tailored toward higher-end, upmarket residential property.
In addition, commercial approvals have reached $18.5 million this financial year, pointing to a moderate volume of non-residential construction. Relative to Greater Perth, residential building approvals per resident in the suburb are roughly half as frequent, positioning the locality in the 54th percentile across Australia despite a recent uptick in building approvals. This lower comparative rate against national figures indicates established urban development alongside potential land supply limits. Approvals for new residential construction are divided between 52.0% standalone houses and 48.0% attached formats like townhouses or apartments, delivering a diverse range of price-point options spanning substantial detached houses to compact configurations. This marks a clear pivot away from the current residential landscape, where detached houses account for 87.0%, mirroring reduced development land availability as well as shifting lifestyle and price preferences. A ratio of around 265 people per dwelling approval characterizes this evolving construction environment. Forecasts indicate that an additional 1,866 residents will settle in the suburb through to 2041 according to the most recent quarterly figures from AreaSearch. If dwelling approval volumes continue at their prevailing pace, new home construction could fail to satisfy population growth, potentially driving heightened demand among buyers and reinforcing asset values.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Stirling (WA), worth an estimated $3.24 billion. A further 48 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.96 billion. 23 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. 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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Capital investments, public works, and planning initiatives exert a fundamental influence over local community outcomes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 23 specific infrastructure projects expected to shape the surrounding district. Prominent developments include the Osborne Park Hospital Women and Newborn Services Expansion, the Stephenson Avenue Extension, the Stirling Bus Interchange Upgrade, and the Lake Monger Primary School Additions and Relocation, with further details set out below.
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Osborne Park Hospital Women and Newborn Services Expansion
Major expansion of Osborne Park Hospital being delivered as part of the 1.8 billion dollar New Women and Babies Hospital Project, which will double the site's birthing capacity. Construction officially commenced in March 2026 with site clearing, bulk earthworks, piling and assembly of the first tower crane scheduled over the first six months. The project comprises a six-storey main clinical building and an interconnected four-storey support services building. New and expanded facilities include maternity, gynaecology and neonatology services, a dedicated Family Birth Centre, obstetric theatres, expanded labour and birth suites, ambulatory care, intensive care and high dependency, a mother and baby mental health unit, outpatient clinics, and upgraded campus support including pharmacy, pathology, sterilisation, kitchen and catering services.Works are expected to be completed in 2029 and will accommodate around 200 full time equivalent staff under shift arrangements.
Stirling Bus Interchange Upgrade
Major upgrade of the Stirling Bus Interchange to expand capacity from 18 to 30 bus stands. The project includes a new 36-meter-long enclosed pedestrian bridge over the Mitchell Freeway, a new concourse, and a upgraded southern car park. The new interchange facility partially opened to bus services on April 25, 2026, while finishing works on the old interchange resurfacing and pedestrian bridge fixtures continue toward a mid-2026 final completion.
Stirling City Centre Infrastructure Package
A package of state and federal government transport infrastructure works supporting the transformation of Stirling City Centre into Perth's second CBD. Key components include the $165M Stephenson Avenue Extension (Phase 1 completed February 2022; Phase 2 under construction by Main Roads WA), a $90M Stirling Bus Interchange upgrade from 18 to 29 stands, a new Principal Shared Path along the Mitchell Freeway, and Smart Freeway upgrades. The new Stephenson Avenue bridge over the Mitchell Freeway opened in December 2025, with remaining works including the bus interchange and shared path connections due for completion in mid-2026.The works unlock approximately 55 hectares of vacant government land for higher-density development around Stirling Station.
Stephenson Avenue Extension
Phase 2 of the Stephenson Avenue Extension creates a new east-west connection from Cedric Street to Scarborough Beach Road via a new grade-separated interchange at Mitchell Freeway, new northbound and southbound freeway off-ramps, a southbound Smart Freeway on-ramp, and new local road links. The Stirling Bus Interchange is being upgraded from 16 to 29 stands. A new Principal Shared Path links Civic Place to Telford Crescent. The Stephenson Avenue bridge over Mitchell Freeway opened in December 2025; remaining works including the bus interchange and shared paths are completing in mid-2026.The project is delivered by the S2ME Alliance (Acciona, Clough and WSP) and is jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian Governments.
Lake Monger Primary School Additions and Mount Hawthorn Education Support Centre Relocation
Construction is underway at Lake Monger Primary School to deliver a new early childhood precinct with three classrooms, new hard courts and the relocation of Mount Hawthorn Education Support Centre into purpose-built facilities. Site works commenced in late 2025 with temporary fencing and playground relocations in place. The project remains on schedule for completion ahead of the 2027 school year.
Stirling City Centre Redevelopment
Major urban renewal initiative transforming 351 hectares around Stirling Station into a higher-intensity Strategic Metropolitan Centre with mixed-use development, improved transport connectivity and expanded public open space. Over $350 million in state and federal government investment is funding new transport infrastructure including the two-phase Stephenson Avenue Extension (Phase 1 opened Feb 2022; Phase 2 bridge opened Dec 2025, full completion mid-2026), a new grade-separated freeway interchange and upgrade of Stirling Bus Interchange from 18 to 29 stands.A key vacant site adjacent to the Mitchell Freeway - formerly used as landfill - is undergoing detailed contamination investigation ($2.2 million committed by the City) ahead of a proposed sports and recreation precinct with potential residential dwellings. The City is also exploring a trackless tram business case linking Glendalough and Stirling stations to Scarborough Beach. Long-term vision targets mixed-use buildings centred on Stirling Station and medium-to-high density residential on the precinct periphery.
Wembley Primary School Redevelopment
Redevelopment of Wembley Primary School to expand student capacity and modernise facilities through new teaching buildings, upgraded amenities, sustainability improvements including solar installations, staff facility upgrades and new outdoor learning and community spaces including a Reconciliation Garden. The project forms part of the WA Department of Education's ongoing investment in school infrastructure to support enrolment growth.
Principal Shared Path Extension
Extension of the principal shared path network providing safe cycling and pedestrian connections throughout the Stirling area.
6,372 residents of Stirling (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 6,540. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 69.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Stirling boasts a highly educated population where the professional services sector holds a prominent position. The unemployment rate stands at only 2.6%, and there has been an estimated employment growth of 3.1% during the previous year according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. By March 2026, the number of residents currently employed reached 6,372. This unemployment rate is 1.6% lower than the 4.2% recorded for Greater Perth, while workforce participation remains consistent with the 69.9% observed in Greater Perth. Census data indicates that a small proportion of 11.1% of residents work from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting this figure.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade. The suburb displays elevated concentration in professional & technical fields, where workforce participation stands at 1.4 times the regional proportion. In contrast, the mining industry accounts for 5.1% of local employment compared to the broader regional benchmark of 7.0%. Although the area contains local job opportunities, the ratio of Census workers to resident population points to widespread outward commuting for employment. Evaluations of ABS and SALM figures across wider statistical areas indicate that over the 12 months to March 2026, local employment advanced by 3.1% alongside a 3.5% increase in the labor supply, moving the unemployment rate up by 0.4 percentage points. Across Greater Perth over the same timeframe, employment rose by 2.0%, the labor pool expanded by 2.5%, and unemployment experienced an identical rise of 0.4 percentage points. Sector projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in Mar-26 provide context for future workforce requirements. Aligning these national outlooks across five- and ten-year horizons against the local industry profile provides an indication of prospective workforce trajectory. While overall Australian employment is projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, industry performance varies substantially; weighting these sectoral rates to the local employment distribution suggests local workforce growth of 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (a basic weighting extrapolation provided for illustrative context without factoring in localized population shifts).
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Median household income in Stirling (WA) is $2,221 a week (about $115,000 a year), with median personal income at $868 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,518 a year against an average of $72,411. 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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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 places local earnings above the Australian median, recording a median income of $57,518 and an average income of $72,411. Across Greater Perth, by comparison, median and average earnings stood at $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index increases of 10.93% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $63,805 for the median and $80,326 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census findings, household earnings place in the 79th percentile ($2,221 weekly), while individual income sits in the 62nd percentile.
The largest wage bracket comprises 27.0% of local earners (3,039 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, aligning with the regional distribution of 32.0% in that bracket. Another 37.0% earn over $3,000 per week, reflecting considerable affluence supporting local commerce. Residents retain 87.4% of their earnings after servicing shelter expenses, demonstrating strong spending capacity and positioning the suburb in the 8th decile for SEIFA income.
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Stirling (WA) had 3,618 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 1% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $410 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,348 a month. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.4%. 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 housing stock recorded at the most recent Census was composed of 86.9% separate houses alongside 13.1% other dwellings (including semi-detached units, apartments, and miscellaneous dwelling types), differing from the broader Perth metro distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright property ownership reached 44.7%, noticeably higher than the metro level, with remaining residences held under a mortgage (39.9%) or occupied by tenants (15.5%). Mortgage holders in the area paid a median monthly installment of $2,348, while median weekly rent stood at $410, both sitting above Perth metro figures of $1,907 and $350.
Relative to Australia-wide benchmarks, local monthly mortgage obligations exceed the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the nationwide metric of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Stirling (WA) counted 3,618 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,007 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 81% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 18% 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 constitute 80.5% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 40.8%, couples without children at 30.5%, and single parent households at 8.2%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 19.5%, which includes 17.9% single-person dwellings and 1.7% group houses. The typical household consists of a median 2.7 people, marginally higher than the Greater Perth metric of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.3% of adults in Stirling (WA) hold a university qualification, including 24.2% with a bachelor degree and 8.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 86% of areas nationally. A further 16.7% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Higher education qualifications are prominent among residents, with 35.3% of individuals aged 15+ possessing a tertiary degree, exceeding both the WA average of 27.9% and the SA4 regional benchmark of 29.0%. Within this cohort, bachelor degrees represent 24.2%, postgraduate credentials account for 8.2%, and graduate diplomas make up 2.9%. Applied and technical training is also widely held, as 27.2% of residents aged 15+ have attained vocational certifications, divided between advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (16.7%). Engagement in formal study is substantial across the community, with 26.7% of residents currently undertaking education.
Among them, primary schooling accounts for 9.2%, secondary education encompasses 7.4%, and 5.7% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
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Public transport in Stirling (WA) reaches 64 stops on 22 routes, timetabled for about 4,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 transit infrastructure within the suburb includes 64 operational stops combining passenger rail and bus connections. A total of 22 discrete transit routes operate across these facilities, delivering 4,944 scheduled services every week. Proximity to transit is strong, with an average distance of 188 meters separating residents from the nearest stop. Given the area's predominantly residential character, work travel is largely outbound, with private vehicles accounting for 82% of commutes and train travel comprising 11%. Households maintain an average of 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional figure, while 11.1% of employed locals worked remotely according to the 2021 Census under potential COVID-19 influences.
Across all transit options, services run at an average rate of 706 daily departures, providing approximately 77 trips per week at each individual stop.
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74.8% of residents in Stirling (WA) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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Mortality and chronic illness metrics assessed by AreaSearch indicate positive health profiles across the locality, characterized by minimal incidence of standard medical conditions in every demographic bracket. Private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by roughly 56% of the resident population (~6,298 people), compared to 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth. Arthritis and mental health concerns represent the most frequently reported diagnoses in the locality, affecting 6.9 and 5.8% of the populace respectively. Meanwhile, 74.8% of individuals reported having no diagnosed chronic medical conditions, surpassing the 71.9% proportion observed throughout Greater Perth.
Seniors aged 65 and older make up 20.8% of the community (2,341 people), tracking above the 15.9% share seen across Greater Perth, with older residents demonstrating favorable health outcomes in line with wider national distributions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.5% of Stirling (WA) residents were born overseas and 36.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 82% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Italian (17.2%) and English (16.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural background indicators show noticeable diversity, with 36.3% of households speaking a non-English language at home and 40.5% of the populace having been born overseas. Christianity is the predominant faith, practiced by 60.9% of local residents, compared to 45.0% across Greater Perth. Regarding reported parental heritage, the three most widespread ancestries in the area are Italian at 17.2% (substantially higher than the 4.2% regional proportion), English at 16.9% (below the regional average of 28.0%), and Australian at 15.1% (lower than the 21.2% regional share). Several other cultural backgrounds show distinct local concentrations, including Croatian heritage at 3.0% (against 0.8% regionally), Macedonian at 3.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Polish at 1.2% (versus 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Stirling (WA) is 42. 22.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age distribution in the suburb of Stirling (WA) skews older compared to the wider Greater Perth region. Updated projections to August 2026 record 20.8% of the community in the retiree and senior demographic (65+), versus 15.9% across Greater Perth, while adults in the 25 - 44 age range represent 25.7%, below the regional benchmark of 30.9%. Consequently, the median age is estimated at 42, matching the figure from the 2021 Census and remaining 5 years older than the Greater Perth median of 37 at that time. Since the Census, the share of residents aged 65 and over has increased from 19.3% to an estimated 20.8%.
Looking forward to 2041, senior and retiree cohorts are projected to drive the bulk of local demographic growth, increasing by 1,086 residents (46%) to reach a total of 3,427.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Stirling (WA)
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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 2 months ago all 9 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 95 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,165 at the 2021 Census → 11,257 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 Aug 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 (SAL51405). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.