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The median house price in Stockton (NSW) is $1.25m, with units at $853k. House values have moved 5.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Stockton (NSW) has an estimated 4,347 residents, up from 4,046 at the 2021 Census — a change of 301 people, or 7.4%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 80.0% of that increase. That puts 1,181 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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Stockton (NSW) has an estimated population of approximately 4,347 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS updates and recent addresses verified by AreaSearch. Since the 2021 Census, which counted 4,046 residents, the population has expanded by 301 individuals, or 7.4%. This estimation is derived from AreaSearch calculations of a resident population of 4,335 using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 31 verified new addresses since the Census. The density of the suburb of Stockton (NSW) stands at 1,181 residents per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical levels observed by AreaSearch.
The growth rate of 7.4% since 2021 outpaced the Rest of NSW at 4.9% and the surrounding SA4 region, establishing the suburb as a local growth leader. This expansion was largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 80.0% of the population increase, though positive contributions were also recorded from overseas migration and natural growth. Projections for each SA2 region published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline from the ABS and Geoscience Australia are utilized by AreaSearch, with NSW State Government 2022 projections based on 2021 data used where SA2 data is unavailable. Growth rates by age cohort from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, the suburb of Stockton (NSW) is projected to experience rapid growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of non-metropolitan locations nationwide. Aggregated SA2-level forecasts suggest the population will increase by 2,050 individuals by 2041, representing a total rise of 46.9% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
103 new dwellings have been approved in Stockton (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 20 a year. That places the area in the 60th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 30, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals indicates that Stockton averages approximately 20 residential approvals annually, with 103 homes approved during the past 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 28 approved so far in FY-26. Each built dwelling has corresponded to an average increase of 2.5 residents over the past 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, signaling strong demand that supports local property values. Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction cost of $551,000, pointing to developer interest in higher-end residential properties. Commercial development approvals reached $6.5 million this financial year, underscoring that the area remains predominantly residential.
Per capita development activity in Stockton matches the levels seen in the Rest of NSW, keeping the local housing market in equilibrium with the wider region. Standalone houses make up 84.0% of recent construction, while medium and high-density formats account for 16.0%, reinforcing the suburban character and availability of spacious family homes. The ratio of roughly 187 people for each dwelling approval indicates the typical profile of a growing community. Long-term projections indicate that Stockton will add 2,038 inhabitants by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of new dwellings may fall short of population gains, which could intensify buyer competition and drive stronger capital appreciation.
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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Local infrastructure projects, major planning initiatives, and new developments are primary drivers of area performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Stockton Centre Repurposing, Dairy Farmers Towers, Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub, and the Pottery Lane Residential Development - Newcastle, with key details provided for the most relevant initiatives.
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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.
2,071 residents of Stockton (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 2,183. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 59.5%. 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 3,346, 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 is characterized by a skilled resident workforce with solid representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.1% derived from local statistical data. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,071, while the jobless rate was 1.0% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce participation rates are comparable to the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census data shows that a moderate 25.1% of the workforce worked from home, although these figures were likely influenced by pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The suburb exhibits a strong specialization in professional & technical services, employing residents at 1.5 times the regional average rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing only 0.9% of local workers compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. Comparing the Census working population against resident workforce numbers indicates that this mainly residential suburb offers relatively few local jobs. Based on SALM and ABS data aggregation, the local labor force contracted by 1.4% and total employment fell by 3.5% over the 12 months ending March 2026, leading to a 2.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Regional NSW recorded an employment contraction of 0.9%, a labor force reduction of 0.4%, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future labor demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce mix to estimate trends, assuming national growth rates of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Weighted extrapolation based on this industry mix suggests Stockton's employment could grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, excluding localized demographic shifts.
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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According to the latest ATO postcode-level tax statistics for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in Stockton earned a median income of $59,700 and an average income of $72,436. These figures exceed national benchmarks and compare to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes would stand at approximately $65,861 for the median and $79,911 for the average by March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Stockton were modest, falling between the 37th and 39th percentiles.
The largest income group comprises 28.5% of residents (1,238 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, similar to the 29.9% share found in the broader region. Housing affordability is a significant challenge, with residents retaining only 83.2% of their income, which ranks in the 37th percentile, while the SEIFA income index places the area in the 5th decile.
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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At the time of the latest Census, housing types in Stockton consisted of 82.5% standalone houses and 17.6% alternative dwellings like semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels were comparable to regional figures, with 37.9% of residents owning their homes outright, while 31.5% had mortgages and 30.6% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 was higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent was $370 compared to the regional figure of $330. Nationally, Stockton's mortgage costs exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents are below the national median 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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Families make up 66.3% of households in Stockton, consisting of 24.8% couples raising children, 27.9% couples without children, and 12.7% single parents. The remaining 33.7% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 30.5% and group living situations at 3.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, slightly below the Regional NSW average 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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Educational attainment in Stockton is lower than regional averages, with 23.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 32.2% across NSW. This highlights opportunities for local skills development. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 5.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational training is prominent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, including 11.4% with advanced diplomas and 28.7% with certificates. Engagement in learning is strong, with 26.1% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This includes 9.3% in primary schools, 7.1% in secondary schools, and 4.1% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Stockton (NSW) reaches 46 stops on 34 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 46 active stops in Stockton, offering a combination of ferry and bus options. These stops support 34 distinct routes, delivering 1,400 passenger trips each week. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 150 meters from the nearest stop. Because Stockton is primarily a residential suburb, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 87% of commuters, and 6% walking. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.3 per household, which is below the regional average.
Working from home was recorded for 25.1% of residents in the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 200 trips per day, which translates to roughly 30 weekly trips per active 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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Stockton presents notable health challenges based on mortality and chronic illness data, with common medical conditions widely represented, particularly in older age groups. However, private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 56% of the population (~2,415 people) holding cover, compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues locally, affecting 10.7% and 9.4% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 62.4% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age locals experience chronic illnesses at rates higher than average. Residents aged 65 and older represent 23.1% of the population (1,004 people), and while senior health metrics present challenges, they rank more favorably nationally than the overall local population.
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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Cultural diversity in Stockton is relatively low, with 90.6% of residents born in Australia, 92.4% holding citizenship, and 96.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 53.4% of the community, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. In terms of ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups are English at 33.1%, Australian at 28.8%, and Irish at 9.5%. Some distinct differences emerge compared to regional averages, with Welsh ancestry overrepresented at 0.9% of Stockton (versus 0.5% regionally), Scottish at 9.4% (versus 8.0%), and Macedonian 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. 22.9% 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 in Stockton is 46, which is higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 and the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age cohort is highly represented at 13.9% of the population, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller at 10.0%. Post-2021 Census data points to a younger trend, as the median age dropped from 47 to 46. Specifically, the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 10.3% to 12.9%, and the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 6.5% to 8.0%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 16.1% to 13.9%, and the 65 to 74 group fell from 13.9% to 12.0%.
By 2041, significant shifts are anticipated, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to grow by 334 people (60%), rising from 556 to 891.
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 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 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 — 31 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,046 at the 2021 Census → 4,347 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 (SAL13677). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.