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The median house price in Tallawong is $1.39m, with units at $720k. House values have moved 5.8% a year compounded over five years.
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Tallawong has an estimated 8,421 residents, up from 6,570 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,851 people, or 28.2%. Growth has averaged 6.7% a year over five years, faster than 94% of areas nationally. 1,658 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 74.0% of that increase. That puts 2,314 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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According to ABS demographic data analysis for the region and new home addresses verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Tallawong has a population estimated at 8,421 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,851 residents (28.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 6,570 individuals. The calculation relies on a resident base of 7,547 estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025), combined with 1,658 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level corresponds to a density of 2,313 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 28.2% expansion in the suburb of Tallawong since the 2021 Census surpassed the state level (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, making it a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic growth was interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 74.0% of the total population increase during recent periods, though all growth components including natural increase and overseas arrivals remained positive. AreaSearch incorporates SA2-level projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, substituting NSW State Government SA2 projections from 2022 (with a 2021 baseline) for locations lacking this coverage. Age cohort growth rates derived from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections suggest remarkable expansion, placing the area in the top 10 percent of all statistical zones nationwide. Aggregated SA2-level data indicates the population will increase by 5,508 residents by 2041, representing a total growth rate of 52.9% over the 16 years.
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1,961 new dwellings have been approved in Tallawong over the past five years, an average of 392 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 47 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 337 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 17% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 76, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval statistics mapped from wider statistical zones show that Tallawong averaged approximately 392 residential approvals per year, summing to an estimated 1,961 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 70 approvals have been documented. The ratio of 1.1 new residents per year for each completed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25 points to balanced supply and demand conditions that support market stability, with new residential projects carrying an average expected construction cost of $394,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $9.7 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to steady commercial development.
Per capita construction activity in Tallawong is 184.0% higher than the Greater Sydney average, giving purchasers expanded choices, despite a recent moderation in construction volumes. This rate is far higher than the national average, showing robust developer confidence in the area. Upcoming residential supply comprises 17.0% detached houses and 83.0% semi-detached properties or units. Focusing on higher-density builds provides more affordable buying options suitable for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift from current local housing stock (which stands at 86.0% detached houses), highlighting a reduction in available greenfield sites alongside evolving lifestyles and demand for diverse, cost-effective options. With approximately 105 individuals per residential approval, Tallawong exhibits the classic features of an active growth corridor. Projections indicate that Tallawong will add 4,451 residents by 2041, calculated from the latest quarterly estimates by AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, residential supply should comfortably satisfy demand, providing advantageous purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for growth to outpace current projections.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Tallawong, worth an estimated $1.92 billion. A further 89 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $60.5 billion. 44 are already under construction and 38 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning initiatives have a major impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 27 projects expected to influence the area. Significant developments include Akuna Vista in Nirimba Fields, CASA at Sapphire Estate, Tallawong Public School, and the Landcom Demonstration Precinct in Schofields, with the detailed list highlighting the most relevant projects.
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Tallawong Village
A master-planned mixed-use precinct by Deicorp situated adjacent to the Tallawong Metro Station in Sydney's north-west. The development delivers 987 apartments across 17 buildings, approximately 9,000 sqm of retail and commercial space, a 3,500 sqm public park, and a childcare centre. Stage 1 (333 apartments) was completed in mid-2024, Stage 2 was completed in Q4 2024, and Stage 3 is under active construction with a final completion target of mid-2026. The retail precinct opened in mid-2024 with over 40 specialty outlets across three levels.
Akuna Vista (Nirimba Fields)
A masterplanned community featuring approximately 1,100 residential lots, including 200 homes for Defence members. The 136-hectare site integrates a new K-6 Public Primary School, a Village Centre with a Woolworths supermarket, and extensive regional sporting facilities including netball courts and multi-purpose ovals. Currently in late-stage delivery with significant streetscape and infrastructure works underway in 2026.
Schofields Square Stages 2 & 3
State Significant Development for the final stages of the Schofields Square precinct comprising six mixed-use residential buildings with 468 apartments including 74 affordable housing units, ground-floor neighbourhood retail, basement parking and extensive communal open space adjacent to Tallawong Metro Station. The project has received determination approval and will proceed to post-approval and construction compliance.
CASA at Sapphire Estate
A boutique collection of only 43 exclusive premium house and land packages within the established Sapphire Estate masterplanned community in Rouse Hill. This jewel in the crown development features contemporary 4-bedroom homes designed for sophisticated urban living. CASA is part of the larger 800-home Sapphire Estate spanning 40.2 hectares, strategically located near both Rouse Hill and Tallawong Metro stations with easy access to M2 and M7 motorways. The development showcases villa living at its best with elegant exteriors, well-kept front yards, and is designed to complement the existing community infrastructure in northwest Sydney.
Tallawong Public School
Permanent K-6 primary school in Rouse Hill serving the growing Tallawong and North West Sydney community. The school accommodates 600 students across 24 permanent classrooms plus three support learning classrooms, with a hall, library, canteen, sports court and dedicated play areas. Students operated from temporary facilities at Riverstone Public School from Term 1 2024 before relocating to the completed permanent site on Macquarie Road, Rouse Hill, for the start of Term 2 2026.
Guntawong Road, Tallawong Affordable Housing Development
A 29-hectare transformative project delivering around 700 sustainable and affordable homes, including freestanding homes, semi-detached homes, and mid-rise apartments, with at least 10% set aside as affordable rental housing, surrounded by green spaces near Tallawong Station. A Development Application for earthworks, landscaping, roads, and subdivision is expected to be lodged with Blacktown City Council in late 2025, with construction and sales anticipated to begin in 2026, subject to approvals.
Tallawong Station Precinct Development
A major transit-oriented mixed-use development surrounding Tallawong Metro Station. The project is divided into several precincts, including the primary 'Tallawong Village' (South Precinct) which features 17 buildings ranging from 2 to 8 storeys. The development delivers approximately 987 to 1,100 residential apartments, a 9,000sqm retail and commercial hub, a new 3,000sqm public park, and enhanced pedestrian connections to the Sydney Metro Northwest line. At least 5% of dwellings are designated as Affordable Rental Housing.
The Ponds High School Upgrade
Upgrade of The Ponds High School delivering 49 new permanent classrooms, removal of demountables, new cricket nets, sports field improvements, recreation areas, landscaping, car park expansion with more than 50 additional spaces and electrical infrastructure upgrades. Early enabling works are underway with main construction commencing during July 2026. Forecast completion is Day 1 Term 1 2028.
3,029 residents of Tallawong are employed, from a labour force of 3,074. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 57.7%. 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, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 7,380, about 88% 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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Tallawong has a highly educated labor force with a strong concentration of professionals and an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, based on regional data aggregations by AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 3,029 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 2.7% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, whereas workforce participation is notably lower at 57.7% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data shows that a high 50.7% of residents worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade.
The workforce shows a notable specialization in finance & insurance, which employs 1.3 times the regional average share. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 7.1% of local employment, which is below the 8.9% recorded across Greater Sydney. Comparing the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities within this mostly residential suburb are relatively limited. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the local labor force contracted by 18.3% and employment dropped by 18.4% during the twelve months ending March 2026, while the volume of unemployed remained virtually unchanged. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded a 1.9% increase in employment, a 1.9% expansion of the labor force, and a minor reduction in unemployment. National employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on prospective local demand. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future opportunities. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with significant variations across sectors. Applying these specific industry trends to the local employment distribution suggests that employment among residents will grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, assuming a weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Tallawong is $2,759 a week (about $143,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,137 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $68,039 a year against an average of $78,819. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023, incomes in the suburb of Tallawong are extremely high compared to the rest of the nation, with a median of $68,039 and an average of $78,819. This compares to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $75,061 for the median and $86,953 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and individual incomes in Tallawong are positioned high, sitting between the 87th and 94th percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket is the 38.1% of residents (3,208 individuals) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, which is similar to the broader region where this group accounts for 30.9%. Local financial strength is highlighted by the 44.2% of households earning weekly incomes above $3,000, which supports high consumer demand. Although housing expenses absorb 22.2% of incomes, strong wages keep disposable income in the 90th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tallawong had 1,938 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 11% apartments. 56% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 5% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $575 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 99% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, residential structures in Tallawong consisted of 86.4% detached houses and 13.6% other options like semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of full home ownership was below the metropolitan average at 4.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (56.1%) or rented (39.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Sydney metro average at $3,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $575, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,427 and $470.
Globally, Tallawong mortgage repayments are much higher than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the Australian median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tallawong counted 1,938 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,484 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 55% are couples with children, more than in 97% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 86.4%, consisting of 55.1% couples with children, 20.5% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.6%, with single-person households representing 9.8% and group households making up 3.7% of the total. The median household size of 3.2 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
48.7% of adults in Tallawong hold a university qualification, including 31.1% with a bachelor degree and 15.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 14.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 48 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,072 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 achievement in Tallawong is exceptionally high compared to broader averages, with 48.7% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile prepares the workforce well for knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Vocational qualifications are also well represented, with 25.5% of residents aged 15 and older holding technical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 14.3%. School and university attendance is high, with 34.3% of local residents enrolled in an educational program.
This group is composed of 13.1% in primary school, 7.6% in high school, and 5.6% attending tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Tallawong reaches 29 stops on 25 routes, timetabled for about 10,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Analysis of public transport options indicates 29 active transit stops in Tallawong, providing a mix of bus and light rail services. These stops are served by 25 separate routes, which together accommodate 10,223 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is positive, with residents living an average of 219 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 78% and train travel at 16%. Car ownership averages 1.4 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A high 50.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census statistics which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Service density averages 1,460 journeys per day across the network, which matches approximately 352 weekly services for each transit stop.
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83.6% of residents in Tallawong report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 84% of areas nationally. 2.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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 indicators demonstrate excellent results throughout Tallawong, according to AreaSearch analyses of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, which reveal a very low incidence of common health issues across all age groups, while private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 58% of the population (~4,888 residents). Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 5.8% and 4.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 83.6% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and older represent 4.8% of the local population (404 individuals), which is lower than the Greater Sydney level of 15.5%.
Senior health outcomes are very positive, with national comparisons aligning closely with the broader population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
52.1% of Tallawong residents were born overseas and 55.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (17.5%) and Australian (14.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Tallawong ranks among the most culturally diverse locations in Australia, with 55.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 52.1% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 37.1% of the population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which represents 21.7% of residents, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common backgrounds in Tallawong are Other at 24.9% (significantly above the regional average of 16.0%), Indian at 17.5% (well above the regional average of 3.6%), and Australian at 14.4%.
There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Filipino heritage representing 4.5% of residents (compared to 2.0% regionally), Sri Lankan backgrounds at 1.1% (compared to 0.3%), and Samoan backgrounds at 1.2% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tallawong is 32, younger than 96% of areas nationally. That is 2 years older than at the 2021 Census. 23.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Tallawong is 32 years, making it younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Tallawong has a higher proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 (23.7%) but fewer aged 55 to 64 (4.7%). The proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 is significantly higher than the national average of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data indicates an aging trend, with the median age rising from 30 to 32 years. Notable shifts include the 45 to 54 age bracket growing from 8.5% to 14.4% of the population, and the 5 to 14 cohort increasing from 16.1% to 20.0%.
In contrast, the 25 to 34 age group declined from 21.5% to 11.0%, while the 0 to 4 group fell from 10.6% to 9.4%. Population models suggest that Tallawong's age structure will change substantially by 2041. The 45 to 54 age group is projected to experience the highest growth at 89%, adding 1,074 residents to reach 2,287, while the 15 to 24 group will grow by a minor 5% (49 individuals).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tallawong
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 10 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 — 1,658 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,570 at the 2021 Census → 8,421 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 (SAL13747). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.