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The median house price in Strathfield (NSW) is $4.10m, with units at $751k. House values have moved 5.1% a year compounded over five years.
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Strathfield (NSW) has an estimated 27,872 residents, up from 25,915 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,957 people, or 7.6%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. 184 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 95.0% of that increase. That puts 4,255 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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The suburb of Strathfield (NSW) has a residency size projected at roughly 27,872 during May 2026, calculated via AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS demographic updates and newly confirmed regional addresses since the Census. Compared to the 2021 Census registry of 25,915 individuals, this shows a gain of 1,957 residents, or 7.6%. This projection stems from an AreaSearch baseline estimate of 27,868 that incorporates the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 184 validated new addresses established post-Census. With these numbers, the local density stands at 4,255 persons per square kilometer, placing the community within the highest 10% of nationwide territories analyzed by AreaSearch and highlights the high demand for local land.
The suburb of Strathfield (NSW) recorded a 7.6% rate of expansion that outpaced both the broader SA4 territory's 6.6% increase and the state average, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. This demographic upward trend was mostly propelled by overseas arrivals, who represented approximately 95.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. Projections for each SA2 sector are drawn from the 2024 releases by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as their starting baseline. For sectors lacking this coverage, NSW State Government projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. The age-based expansion patterns from these datasets are projected forward for all sectors from 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated shifts, the suburb of Strathfield (NSW) is set to experience population gains exceeding the national median, expanding by 4,580 individuals by 2041 and registering a total increase of 16.4% across the 16 years.
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332 new dwellings have been approved in Strathfield (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 66 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 66 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 83% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 64, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of statistical building records from the ABS indicates Strathfield averages approximately 66 approved residential builds yearly, reaching a cumulative 332 residential approvals over the 5 fiscal years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 59 approvals recorded during the current FY-26. Each dwelling has seen an average occupancy of 2.6 new residents per year throughout the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, highlighting consistent demand that keeps property valuations strong. Developers are targeting upper-tier buyers, with new residential projects averaging an expected construction cost of $1,310,000. Conversely, commercial approvals for this financial year total $770,000, showing a quiet period for business-focused development.
Strathfield's per-capita construction rate is roughly half of the average across Greater Sydney, ranking in the 40th percentile of all examined national locations, which indicates limited options for prospective buyers but supports demand for existing homes. This volume of building also falls below the wider national standard, showcasing the established character of the area and pointing toward potential planning restrictions. The mix of new construction is heavily skewed toward detached houses at 83.0%, compared to 17.0% for medium and high-density formats, reinforcing a suburban environment centered around spacious family properties. This represents a clear shift, as developers are building single-family homes at a rate higher than the historical share documented during the Census (46.0%), illustrating a strong, ongoing preference for houses despite broader trends toward densification. Reflecting a stabilized market, the area registers approximately 417 people for each new approval. Projections indicate that Strathfield will add 4,576 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Under current construction trajectories, the supply of new housing may not keep pace with this demographic expansion, potentially intensifying market competition and driving upward pressure on property values.
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Development applications around Strathfield (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Strathfield (NSW), worth an estimated $5.76 billion. A further 87 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $64 billion. 22 are already under construction and 27 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily driven by updates to neighborhood infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning changes. AreaSearch has highlighted 58 projects expected to impact this locality. Key developments include the Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program, the Burwood Culture House, the Strathfield Council Parks Upgrades - Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program, and the Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan, with details on the most relevant initiatives provided below.
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Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan
Council-led masterplan to guide renewal of the Strathfield Town Centre, including Strathfield Square and Strathfield Plaza precincts. Hassell leads the multi-disciplinary team preparing the draft masterplan. A Key Directions Report outlining ten key directions was publicly exhibited until July 2025 with submissions closed 18 July 2025. Focus areas include improved public spaces and pedestrian connections, a more vibrant retail and dining offer, integrated transport access, and a greener, more inclusive town centre. The final masterplan will inform any future amendments to the Strathfield Local Environment Plan and Development Control Plan.
North Strathfield Metro Station
A new underground metro station being delivered as part of the Sydney Metro West project. As of May 2026, major tunnelling is complete and works have transitioned to station construction, including site maintenance, utility investigations, and the installation of electrical kiosks. The station will feature a new entrance on Queen Street, providing a seamless interchange with the T9 Northern Line. The design focuses on local character and high-capacity transport, aiming to unlock thousands of new homes in the North Strathfield precinct by its 2032 opening.
Strathfield Section 7.12 Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2024
A comprehensive infrastructure contributions plan implementing a 3% levy on developments over $250,000 to fund $408.5 million in infrastructure. The plan supports 8,100 new dwellings and 19,440 new residents by 2051, covering parks, community facilities, and transport. Following the 2024 exhibition, the plan was formally adopted to replace the aging 2010 Section 94 plans, ensuring financial sustainability for the LGA's growth.
Strathfield Council Parks Upgrades - Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program
A comprehensive upgrade of five key community parks funded by the NSW Government Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants. The program includes major revitalisation of Airey Park, Begnell Field, Hudson District Park East, Strathfield Park, and Cooke Park. Key features include upgraded sports ovals with advanced drainage and irrigation, new female-friendly change rooms and amenities, expanded concrete skateparks, basketball and volleyball courts, and improved pedestrian pathways with lighting to support active recreation.
10-12 Chapman Street Apartments
A 15-storey residential building comprising approximately 100 apartments with a mix of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom configurations and basement parking for 116 vehicles. Developed by Hyside Projects Subthree Pty Ltd, with estimated completion in 2026.
Concord Central
Billbergia and Metrics Credit Partners have lodged a State Significant Development Application for Concord Central, a mixed-use residential and retail precinct at 1 King Street, Concord West, adjacent to Concord West station. The proposal comprises about 1,336 dwellings in 8 buildings ranging from 6 to 37 storeys, local retail and commercial floorspace, childcare, supermarket, wellness and food premises, new streets, pedestrian and cycle links, more than 5,000 sqm of open space including a central park, and more than $100 million in infrastructure and affordable housing contributions.The NSW Planning Portal lists the SSDA as at Response to Submissions, while the separate local planning proposal was endorsed by council and the LEP changes commenced on 5 September 2025.
Burwood Culture House
A new arts and cultural precinct transforming the former Burwood Library car park on the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade into a city-shaping community hub. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, the facility will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe. The surrounding new urban park will feature a public plaza, sloping green lawn, garden terrace, interactive water play, public art and landscaping. A 50-space underground Council car park will replace the displaced surface parking and connect underground to the adjacent 600-space Burwood Place car park.The project forms part of the broader Holdmark Burwood Place mixed-use precinct and is supported by a partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. Demolition and the first stage of construction commenced on 29 September 2025.
Strathfield Medium Density Housing Strategy
Planning proposal to introduce medium-density housing types such as townhouses, terraces, and manor houses across selected residential areas in Strathfield LGA. Aims to increase housing diversity and supply while maintaining neighbourhood character. The strategy was endorsed by Council in August 2024 and is awaiting Gateway Determination.
16,578 residents of Strathfield (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 16,989. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 67.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 23,565, about 85% 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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Statistical data compiled by AreaSearch indicates that Strathfield is home to an exceptionally educated workforce with a heavy concentration of professionals and an unemployment rate of only 2.4%. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 16,578, which matches a jobless rate that sits 1.7% lower than the 4.1% recorded for Greater Sydney. Overall workforce engagement remains highly comparable to the 69.1% average of Greater Sydney. Census responses also indicated that a substantial 37.1% of the local workforce carried out their duties from home, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical roles, and retail commerce. Specialization is particularly high in healthcare & social assistance, which commands a workforce share 1.4 times larger than the regional norm. Conversely, building trades account for only 6.1% of local employment, compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. Discrepancies between the local working population and resident numbers suggest that this predominantly residential community offers relatively few jobs within its own boundaries. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics across wider statistical zones shows that over the 12-month period, the local labor pool contracted by 2.4% while overall employment levels fell by 2.1%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point drop in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9%, its labor force expand by 1.9%, and unemployment decrease slightly. National forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future employment trends in Strathfield. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. While nationwide employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Aligning these industry-specific projections with the local job profile suggests that Strathfield's employment base is on track to expand by 7.3% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for illustrative purposes rather than a localized population forecast.
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Median household income in Strathfield (NSW) is $2,262 a week (about $118,000 a year), with median personal income at $815 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,558 a year against an average of $76,835. The average runs 65% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode data for the financial year 2023 indicates that local incomes are well above the national median, with the median value at $46,558 and the average at $76,835. This differs from Greater Sydney, which recorded a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 brings estimated current figures to roughly $51,363 for the median and $84,764 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census ranks local household weekly income in the elite 81st percentile ($2,262 weekly), though personal earnings sit closer to the middle at the 52nd percentile.
Income distribution shows 29.7% of residents (8,277 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the 30.9% share found in the broader region. Affluence is notable, with 36.7% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, highlighting strong local purchasing capacity. While residents allocate 16.6% of their income to housing costs, high earnings ensure that disposable income remains in the 79th percentile, placing the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Strathfield (NSW) had 8,581 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 46% detached houses and 49% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 46% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $480 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,765 a month, a total housing cost higher than 88% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data reveals that Strathfield's housing mix consists of 45.5% stand-alone houses and 54.5% alternative dwellings like semi-detached properties and apartments, compared to the Sydney metro split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership matches the metropolitan average of 30.0%, with the remaining properties divided between those carrying a mortgage (24.5%) and rental occupancies (45.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,765 is significantly higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $480 compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $470.
On a national scale, local mortgage payments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Strathfield (NSW) counted 8,581 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 9,229 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of local households at 68.6%, consisting of couples with children at 32.0%, couples without children at 26.0%, and single parents at 7.4%. The remaining 31.4% are non-family arrangements, with single-person households representing 19.8% and group living situations making up 11.7%. The typical household size of 2.8 people is slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.5% of adults in Strathfield (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 32.8% with a bachelor degree and 14.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 8.2% hold a vocational qualification. 12 schools serve the area, with 7,533 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,088 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Academic credentials in Strathfield are exceptionally high, with 49.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, contrasting with 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This strong academic foundation positions the local community well for careers in knowledge-intensive fields. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 32.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 14.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational credentials are held by 21.2% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.0% and certificates at 8.2%. Academic participation is exceptionally strong, with 35.9% of the local population enrolled in some form of study.
This cohort includes 13.9% in higher education, 6.0% in secondary schools, and 5.9% in primary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Strathfield (NSW) reaches 247 stops on 75 routes, timetabled for about 14,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 in Strathfield comprises 247 active stops, including both rail and bus facilities. These stops accommodate 75 different routes, supporting a total of 14,212 passenger journeys every week. Accessibility is exceptional, with the average resident living just 117 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential character, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 47%, followed by trains at 37% and buses at 10%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.0 per household, which is below the metropolitan standard.
A significant 37.1% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related adjustments. Transit services average 2,030 trips daily across all local routes, which represents approximately 57 weekly services for each individual stop. The linked map highlights the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the area.
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81.1% of residents in Strathfield (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 87% of areas nationally. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics for Strathfield show highly positive outcomes, based on an evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness indicators showing low rates of common health issues across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is highly prevalent, held by approximately 57% of the local population (~15,965 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Arthritis and diabetes represent the most frequent diagnoses, affecting 4.7% and 4.1% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 81.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and older make up 15.0% of the community (4,180 people), with senior health metrics tracking closely with the positive outcomes seen in the younger demographics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
62.8% of Strathfield (NSW) residents were born overseas and 68.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 97% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (19.7%) and English (7.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Strathfield ranks among the country's most multicultural communities, with 68.9% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 62.8% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 40.7% of the community. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which is practiced by 22.2% of the population, a share significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the largest heritage groups in Strathfield are Other at 25.5% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 16.0%, Chinese ancestry at 19.7%, exceeding the metropolitan rate of 8.4%, and English ancestry at 7.4%, which is lower than the metropolitan average of 19.0%.
Other notable demographic differences include a strong Korean representation at 7.0% of Strathfield (compared to 1.1% regionally), Lebanese heritage at 5.6% (compared to 2.6% regionally), and Sri Lankan ancestry at 1.0% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Strathfield (NSW) is 31, younger than 90% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 46.8% 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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With a median age of 31 years, Strathfield's demographic profile is younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the area has a high proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (27.9%) but a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (6.6%). The local concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, younger arrivals have lowered the median age by 1.4 years to 31. Specifically, the 25 to 34 age bracket expanded from 22.6% to 27.9% of the population.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort shrank from 9.9% to 7.9%, and the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 10.5% to 9.0%. Looking toward 2041, demographic forecasts project a significant increase in older cohorts, with residents aged 75 to 84 rising by 836 people (60%) from 1,393 to 2,230. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 age group is projected to grow by just 4% (32 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Strathfield (NSW)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 15 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 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 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 — 184 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (25,915 at the 2021 Census → 27,872 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 (SAL13690). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.