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The median house price in Strathfield South is $2.21m, with units at $678k. House values have moved 3.9% a year compounded over five years.
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Strathfield South has an estimated 3,729 residents, up from 3,636 at the 2021 Census — a change of 93 people, or 2.6%. That puts 1,486 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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Based on an evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Strathfield South has an estimated residency of 3,729 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 93 people (2.6%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,636 people. The adjustment is calculated from a resident population of 3,727, calculated by AreaSearch through analysing the ABS's most recent ERP release (June 2025) along with 2 validated new addresses registered since the Census date.
This level of population translates to a density of 1,485 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across nationwide settings analyzed by AreaSearch. The upward population trajectory was chiefly propelled by arrivals from abroad, which made up approximately 80.0% of the total demographic gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline year. For SA2 zones lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government at the SA2 level released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are likewise utilized for all locations from years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future demographic shifts, expansion is projected to sit in the lowest quartile of national statistical regions, with the suburb of Strathfield South projected to add 50 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, marking an overall rise of 1.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
45 new dwellings have been approved in Strathfield South over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That is 2.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, 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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AreaSearch's analysis of building permit statistics from the ABS, distributed from regional data, indicates that the suburb of Strathfield South averaged approximately 9 new home approvals annually, accumulating to an estimated 45 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 9 approvals have been logged. Because the community has registered demographic contraction, the incoming volume has likely matched requirements, providing home buyers with solid options, while new builds carry a mean estimated construction cost of $750,000, illustrating that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial permits worth $8.7 million were recorded this financial year, underscoring that the area remains predominantly residential.
Relative to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Strathfield South registers substantially lower construction volumes, sitting 50.0% below the regional average per capita. This constrained supply pipeline typically bolsters demand and valuations for pre-existing houses. This rate also sits below the national benchmark, highlighting the established state of the locality and hinting at potential planning controls. Additionally, recent construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the classic low-density suburban feel and catering to families prioritizing space. Remarkably, developers are building a higher ratio of detached residences than historic data shows (55.0% at the Census), pointing to sustained appetite for single-family residences despite broader trends toward density. The neighborhood registers roughly 496 people for every single home approval, characteristic of a mature suburb. Projecting forward, the suburb of Strathfield South is anticipated to expand by 48 residents through to 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Provided current build rates persist, the residential pipeline should sufficiently satisfy demand, fostering favorable buyer conditions and potentially paving the way for growth to outpace current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Strathfield South, worth an estimated $120 million. A further 112 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $74.7 billion. 23 are already under construction and 45 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 infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development programs play a critical role in shaping regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include the 41-47 Punchbowl Road Mixed-Use Development, the Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment, The Balfour in Belfield, and 8-14 Bale Street in Belfield (Meriton), with details provided below for the most significant undertakings.
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41-47 Punchbowl Road Mixed-Use Development
A 9-storey mixed-use development featuring 132 residential apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom), a 120-place childcare centre, ground-floor commercial space, and three levels of basement parking.
Sydney Metro City and Southwest
A 30km metro rail extension connecting Chatswood to Bankstown via the Sydney CBD. The Chatswood to Sydenham section, featuring a new harbour crossing and seven CBD stations, opened on 19 August 2024. The final stage involves converting the 13.5km T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards between Sydenham and Bankstown, upgrading 11 stations with platform screen doors, lifts, and full accessibility. The T3 line closed in September 2024 to enable conversion works. Following delays caused by over 130 days of industrial action, the Sydenham to Bankstown section is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.End-to-end high-speed testing at up to 100km/h commenced in November 2025, and the first full-length test run from Tallawong to Bankstown was completed in January 2026. The Bankstown Station transit interchange and community precinct opened in March 2026. When complete, the M1 Line will span 66km with 31 stations, running every four minutes in peak.
Belmore Sydney Metro Station Upgrade
The upgrade of the 130-year-old Belmore Station is part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project. It involves converting the existing T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards, featuring the installation of platform screen doors, mechanical gap fillers for level access, and heritage restoration of station buildings. As of May 2026, the project is in the final testing and commissioning phase, with intensive weekend closures scheduled through July to facilitate trial running and system integration before services commence in the second half of 2026.
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.
The Balfour, Belfield
Boutique residential development of 48 apartments over basement parking by Coronis Developments, marketed as 'The Balfour'. The project is currently in the construction stage.
The Carlyle Enfield
A boutique 6-storey apartment development in Sydney's Inner West offering 32 modern one- and two-bedroom residences with high-quality finishes, open-plan layouts, premium materials, private balconies, communal rooftop garden, four ground-floor commercial spaces, and basement parking. Located between Burwood and Strathfield with easy access to Henley Park, Enfield Aquatic Centre, cafes, schools, and public transport.
Campsie Station Metro Upgrade
The Campsie Station upgrade is a critical part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project, transforming the T3 Bankstown Line. The project involves installing platform screen doors, level access between platforms and trains, and new lifts. As of early 2026, the project is in the final stages of construction with intensive dynamic train testing and station fit-outs. The upgrade ensures the station meets modern metro standards, providing high-frequency services every four minutes during peak periods and improved pedestrian connectivity to the surrounding precinct.
Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment and Library Pod
Burwood Council is progressing a $54 million redevelopment of Enfield Aquatic Centre, including a new heated 50 metre outdoor pool, enhanced splash park, health and wellness facilities, new foyer and reception, cafe, inclusive amenities, landscaping integrated with Henley Park, upgrades to existing pools and plant, heritage and public art elements, and a 24/7 self-service Enfield Library Pod. Community engagement, concept endorsement, design development and pre-DA sessions have been completed, with DA lodgment in progress in May 2026.The centre is scheduled to close after 5 July 2026, early works are planned from July 2026, construction from September 2026, and opening in 2029.
1,967 residents of Strathfield South are employed, from a labour force of 2,062. Unemployment sits at 4.6%, with participation at 65.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,444, about 119% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Strathfield South is characterized by a workforce with high levels of tertiary training, showing significant concentrations in professional sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.6%, according to AreaSearch's aggregated statistical regional data. As of March 2026, there are 1,967 employed locals, whereas the jobless rate sits 0.5% higher than the Greater Sydney benchmark of 4.1%, and labor engagement is marginally lower than typical, standing at 65.9% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census records indicate that a substantial 47.1% of working locals operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The suburb of Strathfield South demonstrates a strong concentration in education & training, representing an employment share 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, retail trade has a smaller footprint, employing 7.9% of the workforce compared to 9.3% across the region. A ratio of 0.9 workers per resident at the time of the Census indicates solid localized job availability. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from surrounding statistical divisions, the labor force shrank by 2.1% during the 12-month period, while overall employment dipped by 1.1%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.0 percentage points. This divergence from Greater Sydney is marked, where employment expanded by 1.9%, the labor pool grew by 1.9%, and unemployment declined slightly. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in the suburb of Strathfield South. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with local industry profiles to model growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories vary by industry. Projecting these trends onto the local workforce configuration suggests employment for the suburb of Strathfield South should rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Strathfield South is $2,045 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $870 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,649 a year against an average of $69,023. 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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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Strathfield South are marginally above the national average, according to ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. Taxpayers in the suburb of Strathfield South recorded a median income of $52,649 and a mean income of $69,023, contrasting with Greater Sydney statistics of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $58,082 (median) and $76,146 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Strathfield South reside near the 65th percentile nationally.
The largest category consists of 32.2% of households earning between $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (representing 1,200 residents), mirroring the wider region where this bracket accounts for 30.9%. A notable 30.2% receive weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, indicating areas of high wealth that support local commercial activity. High housing outlays absorb 17.4% of income, yet solid earnings keep net disposable income at the 66th percentile, and the local SEIFA ranking for income places the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Strathfield South had 1,279 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 29% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $460 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential architecture in the suburb of Strathfield South at the time of the latest Census consisted of 55.4% separate houses and 44.6% alternative housing types (including semi-detached properties, units, and other dwellings), compared to Sydney metro averages of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Strathfield South matched the metropolitan average of 29.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (35.5%) or renting tenants (34.7%). The median monthly home loan payment was below the metropolitan average at $2,400, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $460, compared to Sydney metro levels of $2,427 and $470.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in the suburb of Strathfield South are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rents are much higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Strathfield South counted 1,279 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 42% are couples with children, more than in 83% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the vast majority of households at 76.5%, consisting of couples with children at 41.9%, couples without children at 22.0%, and single-parent households at 11.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.5%, with individuals living alone representing 20.7% and group homes comprising 2.8% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.8 persons is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
41.8% of adults in Strathfield South hold a university qualification, including 27.7% with a bachelor degree and 11.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.6% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 563 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,066 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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Tertiary qualification levels in the suburb of Strathfield South significantly outstrip broader benchmarks, with 41.8% of individuals aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. This educational lead primes the suburb of Strathfield South for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 11.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Technical and vocational pathways represent 24.3% of credentials among those aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 14.6%. Engagement in learning is notably high, with 29.5% of local residents enrolled in some form of study.
This cohort comprises 10.1% attending primary school, 6.8% in high school, and 6.7% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Strathfield South reaches 26 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 2,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport options in the suburb of Strathfield South include 26 active transit stops consisting of various bus options. These locations are serviced by 17 distinct routes, which combine to support 2,640 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as outstanding, with residents living an average of 143 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential character, most working residents commute to other locations, with private cars remaining the primary choice for 73% of commuters, followed by 16% using trains and 7% utilizing buses. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.2 vehicles per household.
A high 47.1% of working residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules). Weekly operations average 377 journeys daily across all active routes, which equates to roughly 101 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.0% of residents in Strathfield South report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 84% of areas nationally. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics reflect strong outcomes throughout the suburb of Strathfield South, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic disease rates, which shows very low rates of common illnesses across all demographic groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively high at approximately 54% of the population (~2,021 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent health issues recorded were arthritis and asthma, affecting 5.8% and 5.7% of citizens respectively, while 76.0% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Working-age locals show strong health profiles with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.0% of the local population (671 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%. Wellness metrics among seniors are particularly positive, with national benchmarks matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
48.3% of Strathfield South residents were born overseas and 58.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (15.0%) and Australian (10.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Strathfield South stands out as one of the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 48.3% of its population born overseas and 58.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the leading religious affiliation, accounting for 55.2% of residents in the suburb of Strathfield South. However, the most pronounced religious concentration relative to wider areas is Hinduism, which represents 11.2% of the local population, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding family heritage (parents' countries of birth), the primary groups represented in the suburb of Strathfield South are Other at 18.0%, Chinese at 15.0% (which sits well above the regional average of 8.4%), and Australian at 10.7% (which is noticeably below the metropolitan average of 17.8%).
Furthermore, there are significant deviations in other groups: Korean background is overrepresented at 4.9% of the suburb of Strathfield South (compared to 1.1% across the region), Sri Lankan heritage at 1.6% (compared to 0.3%), and Lebanese ancestry at 5.2% (compared to 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Strathfield South is 38. 25.8% 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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The median age of 38 years in the suburb of Strathfield South is comparable to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Strathfield South has a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (9.7%) but a smaller proportion of people aged 25 - 34 (14.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 4.6% to 6.2% of the population, whereas the 0 to 4 group shrank from 5.4% to 4.2%. By 2041, demographic shifts are expected to alter the age structure of the suburb of Strathfield South.
Leading this trend, the 75 to 84 cohort will increase by 43% (98 people), rising from 231 to 330. This demographic aging is pronounced, with residents aged 65+ accounting for 78% of projected growth. Conversely, population contractions are projected for the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Strathfield South
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 1 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 Jun 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 — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,636 at the 2021 Census → 3,729 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 (SAL13691). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.