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The median house price in Stockton (NSW) is $1.27m, with units at $1.12m. House values have moved 6.0% a year compounded over five years.
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Stockton (NSW) has an estimated 4,348 residents, up from 4,046 at the 2021 Census — a change of 302 people, or 7.5%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 80.0% of that increase. That puts 1,182 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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An evaluation by AreaSearch incorporating broader ABS demographic releases and newly confirmed postal addresses post-Census indicates that the population of the suburb of Stockton (NSW) stands at roughly 4,348 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 4,046 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this marks an addition of 302 people (7.5%). The updated tally builds upon a resident base of 4,336 calculated through the ABS June 2025 ERP publication, supplemented by 30 validated new addresses added after Census night. Stockton's population density sits at 1,181 persons per square kilometer, a figure broadly consistent with standard benchmarks monitored across AreaSearch study areas.
With a 7.5% increase post-2021 Census, the suburb of Stockton (NSW) outpaced both the Rest of NSW (5.1%) and the surrounding SA4 district, establishing itself as a regional pacesetter. The predominant demographic catalyst was interstate relocation, which accounted for roughly 80.0% of recent population additions, complemented by positive contributions from natural increase and overseas arrivals. Population projections for the suburb of Stockton (NSW) draw upon 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia modeling built off a 2022 base year, substituting NSW State Government SA2 forecasts (issued in 2022 using 2021 data) where necessary. Age-specific trajectories from these models are incorporated across all geographies spanning 2032 to 2041. Over this forecast window, the suburb of Stockton (NSW) is slated to achieve notable expansion that places it among the highest 10 percent of non-metropolitan districts across the country. Total population is modeled to expand by 2,095 persons to 2041 via aggregated SA2 metrics, representing a cumulative rise of 47.9% across the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
194 new dwellings have been approved in Stockton (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 38 a year. That is 9.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 28, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals across statistical geographies indicates that Stockton generates approximately 38 residential building consents per year. Over the five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25194 residential dwellings received approval, including 28 during FY-25 to date. Housing demand and construction pace historically aligned, with an average ratio of 1.3 incoming residents per approved home across the five financial years between FY-21 and FY-25; however, this metric rose to 3.5 people per dwelling across the last 2 financial years, pointing toward constrained stock and escalating buyer pressure. Mean construction costs for new dwellings average $356,000, tracking below broader regional averages to offer comparatively accessible entry points for buyers.
Non-residential building activity remains modest, with $6.5 million in commercial approvals recorded during the current financial year. On a per-capita basis, residential construction volume in Stockton tracks 74.0% above the benchmark for Rest of NSW, ensuring viable purchasing opportunities despite a recent easing in development momentum. Detached houses account for 89.0% of current building activity, while apartments and townhouses constitute 11.0%, reinforcing the established low-density neighborhood aesthetic and catering to households prioritizing detached living space. A ratio of approximately 278 people per dwelling approval demonstrates ongoing capacity for additional development. Long-range modeling from the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures anticipates an additional 2,083 residents residing in Stockton through to 2041. In the event that residential building rates do not scale up to match this influx, available dwelling stock could fall behind demand, fostering intensified market competition and bolstering local property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Stockton (NSW)
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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 Stockton (NSW), worth an estimated $12 million. A further 57 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $73 billion. 18 are already under construction and 16 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Strategic public works, development programs, and planning initiatives exert a defining influence on neighborhood progress. AreaSearch has identified 23 infrastructure and development proposals positioned to affect the surrounding district. Notable undertakings include the Stockton Centre Repurposing, Dairy Farmers Towers, Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub, and Pottery Lane Residential Development - Newcastle, with the primary initiatives outlined below.
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East End Newcastle
Iris Capital is delivering a $1 billion urban renewal project transforming four city blocks in Newcastle's historic East End. The final phase, comprising Stages 3 and 4, includes five distinct buildings: Lyrique, Kingston, Portline, Gibbs and Moore, and Bluebell. This release adds luxury apartments and a new Italian-inspired public Market Square with approximately 1,731 square metres of retail space. The project integrates heritage preservation of the former David Jones and Municipal buildings with modern resident amenities including a rooftop pool, gym, and hydrotherapy spa.The precinct is designed to reconnect the city with the harbor and is supported by significant public domain upgrades by the City of Newcastle.
East End Village - Hunter Street Revitalisation
Multimillion-dollar revitalisation project for Hunter Street's eastern precinct, reinstating it as a traditional high street with new paving, roadway, footpaths, multi-function street lighting, street furniture, landscaping, new public spaces, enhanced pedestrian facilities, and cycleway extensions. It is being delivered across multiple stages with more than $16 million invested in the initial three phases and an additional $16.7 million in federal funding for the upcoming fourth phase.
Stockton Centre Repurposing
Repurposing the former Stockton Centre to provide transitional housing for vulnerable families. The upgraded site will offer short-term accommodation for up to 25 people per night.
Newcastle Ocean Baths Upgrade
Comprehensive heritage restoration and modern upgrade of Newcastle's iconic ocean baths including pool refurbishment, new change rooms, accessibility improvements, enhanced safety features, and heritage interpretation. Preserving historic character while providing contemporary amenities for swimmers and visitors.
Rail Bridge Row Affordable Housing Development
Transforming a 4,125 sqm former heavy rail corridor site into a mixed-use affordable housing development. Delivered in partnership with Home in Place, it features 48 affordable housing units above ground-floor commercial space, complete with a new laneway and commuter cycleway connection.
Sovereign Park | The Hill
Sovereign Park is a residential development of 158 apartments, penthouses and terraced townhomes across four low-rise buildings on a 1.22-hectare site at 11-17 Mosbri Crescent, The Hill, Newcastle, on the former NBN Studios site. Designed by Marchese Partners with landscaping by Arcadia Landscape Architects, the project includes a rooftop infinity pool, outdoor gym, residents pavilion and about 2000 sq m of green space. Construction commenced in 2023 and was well underway as of January 2026, with slab pours largely complete and vertical construction progressing on Building A and B.The project is being delivered by Stronach Property with construction by MARS Building.
High Speed Rail - Newcastle to Sydney (Line 1)
High Speed Rail Line 1 will connect Newcastle to Sydney on a new dedicated 194km rail line with trains capable of speeds up to 320 km/h on surface sections and 200 km/h in tunnels. Around 115km of the route will run through tunnels. The line will reduce travel time between Newcastle and Sydney to around one hour, with Central Coast trips of about 30 minutes. Six stations are proposed at central Newcastle (Broadmeadow), Lake Macquarie, the Central Coast (Gosford), Sydney Central, Parramatta and Western Sydney International Airport.Following release of the business case in early 2026, the project moved into a two-year Development Phase, with the Australian Government investing a further $230 million for design refinement, environmental and planning approvals, and corridor preservation. The first two major contract packages went to tender in 2026: Area Package 1 (around 35km of twin TBM tunnels, an underground station and associated civil works) and Trains, Systems and Systems Integration (supply of trains, design of all systems, rail depot and operations control centre). The Newcastle to Sydney section is estimated to cost around $61.2 billion by 2039, with a further $32 billion to extend to Western Sydney International Airport by 2042. The project is forecast to support up to 15,000 construction jobs annually at peak and add around $250 billion to the Australian economy over a 50-year appraisal period.
The Store Newcastle
A major redevelopment of the historic former Newcastle Co-Operative Store site into two luxury residential towers reaching 28 and 30 storeys. The project features 352 apartments ranging from one to four bedrooms. Residents have access to an acre of resort-style amenities including a swimming pool, tennis court, rooftop observation deck, and private event spaces. The ground floor integrates retail and commercial spaces, connecting directly to the Newcastle Interchange.
2,077 residents of Stockton (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 2,188. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 59.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% 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 77% 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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Stockton maintains a capable labour pool featuring robust participation in essential services, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 5.1% according to regional statistical aggregations by AreaSearch. Employment records for March 2026 identify 2,077 working locals. The local jobless rate registers 1.0% higher than the Regional NSW standard of 4.1%, whereas labour force engagement aligns closely with the broader Regional NSW benchmark of 60.6%. Furthermore, Census responses showed that 25.1% of workers carried out their duties remotely from home, a metric influenced in part by pandemic-era movement restrictions. Key sectors supporting the local workforce include health care & social assistance, construction, as well as education & training.
Professional & technical industries demonstrate substantial local concentration, capturing a workforce proportion 1.5 times higher than seen across the broader region. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for a minimal share of local activity at 0.9% of employed residents, notably trailing the 5.3% Regional NSW level. Comparing local Census workplace counts with resident numbers indicates that local employment opportunities are limited, consistent with the suburb's primarily residential profile. According to SALM and ABS datasets compiled by AreaSearch across broader statistical districts, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 recorded a 1.4% reduction in the local labour force alongside a 3.4% fall in employment, lifting the jobless rate by 2.0 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in total employment and a 0.4% contraction in the labour pool, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National occupational projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context on potential future workforce trends for Stockton. Across the country, employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over a ten-year span, with notable variance between individual industries. Applying these baseline industry trajectories to Stockton's employment profile indicates potential workforce growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.8% across ten years, representing an unadjusted weighting exercise that excludes localized demographic modeling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Stockton (NSW) is $1,535 a week (about $80,000 a year), with median personal income at $753 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,700 a year against an average of $72,436. 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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ATO taxation statistics for financial year 2023 compiled at the postcode level by AreaSearch show that Stockton recorded a median taxpayer income of $59,700 and a mean figure of $72,436. These figures outpace nationwide averages and exceed the corresponding Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average). Accounting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, indexed figures for March 2026 equate to roughly $65,861 for the median and $79,911 for the mean. Census metrics place local household, personal, and family earnings modestly between the 37th and 39th percentiles.
The primary earnings bracket encompasses 28.5% of residents (1,239 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional proportion of 29.9%. Affordability constraints are notable, leaving 83.2% of earnings uncommitted to housing costs (37th percentile), with the suburb placed in the 5th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Stockton (NSW) had 1,599 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 10% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 24.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential landscape of Stockton at the most recent Census was composed of 82.5% separate houses alongside 17.6% attached, multi-unit, or alternative residences, closely matching the wider Regional NSW distribution of 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Outright ownership accounted for 37.9% of local tenures, matching Regional NSW, with mortgaged properties comprising 31.5% and rental homes making up 30.6%. Typical housing costs show median monthly mortgage obligations of $2,000 compared to $1,733 regionally and $1,863 nationally, whereas median weekly rents of $370 tracked above the Regional NSW figure of $330 while remaining below the Australian benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Stockton (NSW) counted 1,599 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,718 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 66.3% of local households, comprising couples with children at 24.8%, childless couples at 27.9%, and single-parent households at 12.7%. Non-family domestic setups represent the remaining 33.7%, made up of single-person dwellings at 30.5% and shared living arrangements at 3.1%. The typical household size stands at 2.3 people, tracking slightly under the Regional NSW median of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.1% of adults in Stockton (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 15.1% with a bachelor degree and 5.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 420 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,017 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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Attainment of higher education credentials in Stockton sits below the broader state average, with 23.1% of locals aged 15+ possessing a university qualification versus 32.2% across NSW, indicating an opportunity for expanded tertiary educational uptake. Bachelor degrees represent the most prevalent award at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Applied vocational qualifications are widely held, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ completing technical programs, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (28.7%). Formal learning engagement is substantial across the community, encompassing 26.1% of residents currently undertaking studies.
Within this cohort, primary schooling accounts for 9.3%, secondary education captures 7.1%, and higher education institutions engage 4.1% of locals.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Stockton (NSW) reaches 46 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 Stockton includes 46 active stops delivering a combination of ferry and bus connectivity. A network of 33 dedicated transit routes operates through these points, delivering a total of 1,426 weekly trips. Public transport access is very strong, with typical residential distances to the nearest stop measuring 150 meters. Given the predominantly residential character of the suburb, outbound commuting is common, with private motor vehicles representing the primary travel mode for 87% of commuters, while 6% travel on foot. Private vehicle availability averages 1.3 per household, trailing regional benchmarks.
Remote workers represented 25.1% of the workforce at the 2021 Census, reflecting prevailing pandemic conditions at the time. Transit schedules across all local services generate a combined average of 203 trips per day, which corresponds to around 31 weekly departures per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.4% of residents in Stockton (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 7.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate measurable chronic illness and mortality challenges within Stockton, with health issues observed across the community and elevated slightly among older age groups. Concurrently, private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by roughly 56% of the population (~2,415 people), outpacing the Regional NSW proportion of 51.9%. Arthritis and mental health conditions constitute the most widespread medical issues diagnosed locally, affecting 10.7 and 9.4% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 62.4% of the population reported experiencing no long-term medical conditions, comparable to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age adults display higher-than-average rates of chronic ailments.
Residents aged 65 and over comprise 23.9% of the suburb (1,039 people), and while health outcomes for seniors encounter specific difficulties, they compare more favorably on a national basis than those of the broader local populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Stockton (NSW) is largely Australian-born, at 90.6% of residents, with 3.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.1%) and Australian (28.8%). 3.3% 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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Measures of cultural diversity in Stockton track below broader benchmarks, as 90.6% of residents were born in Australia, 92.4% hold citizenship, and 96.3% speak only English in domestic settings. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, identified by 53.4% of the population, compared to 55.9% observed across Regional NSW. Regarding parental lineage, English ancestry leads locally at 33.1%, followed by Australian heritage at 28.8%, and Irish background at 9.5%. Specific cultural representations vary from regional averages, including Welsh heritage accounting for 0.9% (versus 0.5% regionally), Scottish ancestry at 9.4% (versus 8.0%), and Macedonian ancestry at 0.2% (versus 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Stockton (NSW) is 46, older than 85% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 22.0% 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 of Stockton aligns moderately with broader regional patterns, showing a maximum variation of 3.3 percentage points against Regional NSW. The estimated median age stands at 46, dropping from 47 at the 2021 Census, while sitting 3 years above the Regional NSW figure of 43 and above the national median of 38 recorded at that Census. Since the 2021 Census, young residents aged 0 - 24 expanded from 25.5% to an estimated 28.2%. In older demographics, the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 13.9% to an estimated 11.9%, whereas the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 6.5% to 8.6% without a corresponding younger influx.
Looking toward 2041, senior cohorts aged 65+ are projected to absorb the majority of local population growth, increasing by 573 residents (55%) to reach 1,612.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Stockton (NSW)
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year 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 Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 30 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,046 at the 2021 Census → 4,348 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 (SAL13677). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.