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The median house price in Sussex Inlet is $770k, with units at $623k. House values have moved 5.1% a year compounded over five years.
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Sussex Inlet has an estimated 4,174 residents, up from 3,888 at the 2021 Census — a change of 286 people, or 7.4%. Growth has averaged 1.9% a year over five years. 240 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 91.0% of that increase. That puts 113 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 evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Sussex Inlet has a population calculated at approximately 4,174 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 286 people (7.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,888 residents. This shift is derived from the resident population of 4,174, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the most recent ERP details published by the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 240 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population scale translates to a density ratio of 112 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial room per individual and potential space for subsequent development. The 7.4% growth in the suburb of Sussex Inlet since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (3.1%), as well as the SA3 area, making it a regional growth leader. Population expansion for the locality was mainly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 91.0% of overall population increases during recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 using 2022 as the anchor year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch uses the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, published in 2022 using 2021 as the anchor year. Growth percentages by age bracket from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic shifts, an above median population expansion of non-metropolitan zones across the nation is anticipated, with the suburb of Sussex Inlet projected to grow by 832 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, representing a rise of 19.9% overall across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
202 new dwellings have been approved in Sussex Inlet over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 45 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 82% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 53, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals, distributed from statistical zone records, Sussex Inlet has seen approximately 40 homes receive building approval annually, summing to an estimated 202 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 49 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.9 new residents annually arriving per new dwelling over the last 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), the market demonstrates excellent equilibrium between supply and demand, fostering steady conditions, while new dwellings are being constructed at an average value of $478,000, showing developer interest in the higher-end market with premium properties.
Furthermore, $1.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, illustrating the residential character of the locality. Relative to Rest of NSW, Sussex Inlet has marginally higher development levels (49.0% above the regional average per individual over the 5 year timeframe), providing buyer options while supporting existing real estate values, although construction momentum has slowed recently. Recent building activity consists of 82.0% standalone houses and 18.0% townhouses or apartments, retaining the local low density layout with a focus on detached homes that draw buyers looking for space. With approximately 133 individuals per dwelling approval, Sussex Inlet exhibits the attributes of a growing locality. Future forecasts indicate Sussex Inlet will add 832 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). At current building rates, housing volume should sufficiently satisfy demand, producing positive conditions for buyers while potentially facilitating expansion that outpaces current predictions.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sussex Inlet, worth an estimated $418 million. A further 41 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.45 billion. 11 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development 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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Few elements impact a region's performance as much as alterations to local infrastructure, major developments and planning programs. In total, 6 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the locality. Key developments include Sussex Inlet Golf Village, Sussex Inlet, St Georges Basin, Berrara and Swan Lake Coastal Management Program, Seniors Housing Suncrest Avenue, Sussex Inlet, and Bay and Basin NSW Ambulance Station, with the subsequent list outlining those likely to be of greatest significance.
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Sussex Inlet Golf Village
Sussex Inlet Golf Village is a master-planned community of 750 residences being developed across 234 hectares in Sussex Inlet on the NSW South Coast. A joint venture between Lucas Property Group and Sheargold, the development is integrated around the existing Sussex Inlet Golf Course and features a mix of villas, townhomes, freestanding homes and semi-rural lots with golf course and waterfront frontage. Over 50% of the site is reserved for bushland and wildlife. Three precincts - Northwood, Jacob's Range and Badgee's Reach - are being delivered across multiple staged releases, with civil construction well advanced and later releases progressing through registration.
Sussex Inlet, St Georges Basin, Swan Lake and Berrara Creek Coastal Management Program
Shoalhaven City Council's certified Coastal Management Program provides a 10-year framework to manage coastal hazards, foreshore erosion, inundation, water quality, ecology and navigation across Sussex Inlet, St Georges Basin, Swan Lake and Berrara Creek. The program contains 66 management actions with implementation now underway following NSW Government certification.
Seniors Housing Suncrest Avenue, Sussex Inlet
State Significant Development for a residential care facility and independent living units across 6 buildings on Suncrest Avenue, Sussex Inlet. The project includes recreational space, communal facilities, a cafe, landscape works, and public domain improvements. The application (SSD-86970708) is currently in the Prepare EIS stage, following the issue of Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements, ahead of public exhibition.
Princes Highway Upgrade - Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road
A 20-kilometre upgrade to the Princes Highway between Jervis Bay Road and Sussex Inlet Road to improve safety and freight efficiency on the NSW South Coast. Stage One covers a 6.5-kilometre section from Jervis Bay Road to Hawken Road, prioritised as the highest-urgency stage. It involves upgrading to four lanes (two in each direction) separated by a median barrier, an intersection upgrade at Hawken Road connecting to Blackbutt Range Road via an underpass, plus service roads and wildlife connectivity measures.The Review of Environmental Factors (REF) and concept design were released on 14 May 2026 and are on public display until 19 June 2026, funded jointly by the Australian and NSW governments at $500 million. The Hawken Road to Sussex Inlet Road section remains in planning and is unfunded.
New Sanctuary Point Library
Shoalhaven City Council is delivering a new district library at the corner of Paradise Beach Road and Kerry Street in Sanctuary Point, replacing the undersized existing branch that marked its 30-year anniversary in May 2025 and serving more than 30,000 residents across the Bay and Basin communities. After the April 2025 decision to abandon the Kerry Street corner over parking concerns, Council reinstated the site at its 28 October 2025 meeting and in November 2025 endorsed a single-storey building of approximately 1,000 sqm gross floor area, inspired by Warilla Library, in place of the earlier two-storey scheme.In April 2026 the Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure confirmed the $7.5 million federal Priority Community Infrastructure Program grant was tied to the original $30 million two-storey design and could not be varied to the cheaper single-storey option. At its Ordinary Meeting on 29 June 2026 Council resolved (7-6) to borrow up to $14.4 million phased over four years to fund delivery, against a feasibility cost estimate of about $14.9 million, and to keep pursuing state and federal contributions. A rescission motion at an extraordinary meeting the following night was defeated 6-7, leaving in place an added direction for staff to investigate building on two rather than four of the council-owned Kerry Street lots, which triggers a further feasibility study due by 30 June 2027. Remaining phases are detailed design and technical investigations, development application and consent, business case review, construction documentation, tender and construction certificate, after which the project is considered shovel-ready. Council lists an estimated completion date of 31 December 2030, with an end-2029 opening possible if the loan drawdown schedule holds.
Village Grove
Masterplanned residential community within the St Georges Basin Town Centre on a 15-acre site, balancing housing diversity, commercial uses, and ecological responsibility. Stage 1 is in construction planning for 21 Defence Housing Australia homes. Stage 2 includes a State Significant Development application proposing a major new residential precinct with medium-density housing and public open space.
Paradise Beach Road and Kingsford Smith Crescent Roundabout
Installation of a single lane mountable roundabout to improve road safety and traffic flow.
Paradise Beach Road Multi Dwelling Housing
Rezoning to R2 Low Density Residential and amendment to maximum building height to 11m to facilitate multi-dwelling housing on the former Anglican Church site, approximately 14 townhouses.
1,290 residents of Sussex Inlet are employed, from a labour force of 1,379. Unemployment sits at 6.5%, with participation at 36.8%. 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. 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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Sussex Inlet features a diverse labor force encompassing both white and blue collar jobs, with essential services industries well represented, and an unemployment rate of 6.5%, derived from AreaSearch aggregation of statistical zone figures. As of March 2026, 1,290 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.3% above the rate of 4.1% in Regional NSW, and labor force participation is notably lower (36.8% relative to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census responses indicate that a low 12.0% of citizens worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
Primary employment sectors for residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food. The locality features a specific employment concentration in construction, with a job share of 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 1.0% of local workers, which is below the 5.3% recorded in Regional NSW. The locality seems to present limited local employment opportunities, as shown by the comparison of Census working population against resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, compiled from wider statistical zones, during the 12 months ending March 2026, the labor force expanded by 1.8% alongside a 2.0% drop in employment, resulting in a 3.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Regional NSW saw a 0.9% job reduction and a 0.4% labor force contraction, with a 0.5 percentage point increase. National employment predictions from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia can provide extra context regarding future labor demand in Sussex Inlet. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local occupational structure to project growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary significantly across industry categories. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to Sussex Inlet's job distribution indicates local employment should grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sussex Inlet is $887 a week (about $46,000 a year), with median personal income at $494 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $36,956 a year against an average of $46,583. 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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The most recent postcode level ATO data from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that income in the suburb of Sussex Inlet is below the national average, with the median calculated at $36,956 and the average income placed at $46,583. This compares to Regional NSW figures where the median income is $52,390 and the average is $65,215. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections would be roughly $40,770 (median) and $51,390 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and individual incomes in Sussex Inlet all lie between the 1st and 3rd percentiles across the nation.
The wage distribution shows 36.6% of the population (1,527 people) are positioned in the $400 - 799 weekly income bracket, differing from the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is most common at 29.9%. The concentration of lower-income residents (46.1% below $800/week) points to limited household budgets throughout much of this suburb. After paying for housing, 85.2% of income remains, although this ranks at just the 3rd percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sussex Inlet had 1,739 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 1% apartments. 20% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 60% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,511 a month. Rent absorbs 34.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 39.3%. 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 Sussex Inlet, as of the most recent Census, was made up of 89.9% houses and 10.0% other options (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's breakdown of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in Sussex Inlet were far higher than Regional NSW, reaching 60.1%, with the remaining properties either under mortgage (20.0%) or rented (19.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional NSW average at $1,511, while the median weekly rent stood at $310, compared to Regional NSW's figures of $1,733 and $330.
Across the country, mortgage payments in Sussex Inlet are notably below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially lower than the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sussex Inlet counted 1,739 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,867 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 38% couples without children. 37% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 households at 61.4%, consisting of 14.8% couples with children, 37.6% couples without children, and 8.1% single parent households. Non-family households constitute the remaining 38.6%, with single-person households at 36.5% and group living situations representing 2.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.0 residents is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.1% of adults in Sussex Inlet hold a university qualification, including 8.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 93% of areas nationally. A further 36.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 260 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 950 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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The region encounters educational constraints, with university attainment rates (11.1%) tracking well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents a hurdle as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Manual and technical capabilities are prominent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (36.4%). A significant 20.2% of the population is actively engaged in formal learning. This encompasses 7.6% in primary school, 6.1% in high school, and 1.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Sussex Inlet reaches 129 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 160 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. 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 analysis identifies 129 active transit stops operating within Sussex Inlet, consisting of a combination of buses. These stops are served by 10 distinct routes, which together deliver 161 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents generally positioned 135 meters from the closest transport point. As a mostly residential area, the majority of residents travel outward to work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per household, which is below the regional average. A relatively low 12.0% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 influences).
Service frequency averages 23 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 1 weekly trip per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central location point.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
50.8% of residents in Sussex Inlet report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 85% of areas nationally. 12.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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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Medical statistics show significant difficulties for Sussex Inlet, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and chronic condition prevalence, with common health conditions notable across both younger and older cohorts, and private health cover levels found to be extremely low at roughly 45% of the total population (~1,896 people). This compares to 51.9% for Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the locality were identified as arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 15.6 and 8.8% of residents, respectively, while 50.8% of people reported being completely free of medical conditions compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The working-age population faces clear health difficulties with higher rates of chronic conditions. The locality has 44.0% of its population aged 65 and over (1,836 people), which exceeds the 23.4% seen in Regional NSW. Health performance among seniors displays some difficulties, with national standings generally matching the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Sussex Inlet is largely Australian-born, at 85.9% of residents, with 3.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.9%) and Australian (30.8%). 3.0% 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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Sussex Inlet ranks below the average for cultural variety, with 89.4% of the population being citizens, 85.9% born in Australia, and 96.4% speaking only English at home. The predominant faith in Sussex Inlet is Christianity, accounting for 60.5% of the population. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Regarding heritage (birthplace of parents), the three most represented backgrounds in Sussex Inlet are English at 34.9% of the population, Australian at 30.8% of the population, and Irish at 8.7% of the population. Additionally, there are clear variations in the presence of other backgrounds: Maltese is notably prominent at 0.8% of Sussex Inlet (compared to 0.4% regionally), Scottish is at 8.3% (compared to 8.0%) and Polish is at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sussex Inlet is 61, older than 99% of areas nationally. 14.8% 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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Sussex Inlet's median age of 61 years is substantially higher than Regional NSW's median of 43 and sits well above the national median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional NSW average, the 65 - 74 age group is heavily represented (22.4% locally), whereas 35 - 44 year-olds are under-represented (6.8%). This 65 - 74 grouping is far above the national benchmark of 9.4%. Following the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 6.7% to 7.7% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 group has contracted from 17.7% to 16.0%.
Looking toward 2041, population forecasts indicate major alterations in Sussex Inlet's age demographics. The 85+ bracket is projected to expand significantly, rising by 198 people (73%) from 271 to 470. Senior residents (65+) will account for 54% of the population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. In contrast, the 55 to 64 age group shows minimal growth of only 2% (15 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sussex Inlet
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3 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 — 240 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,888 at the 2021 Census → 4,174 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 (SAL13715). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.