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The median house price in Tanilba Bay is $800k, with units at $765k. House values have moved 6.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Tanilba Bay has an estimated 3,421 residents, up from 3,237 at the 2021 Census — a change of 184 people, or 5.7%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 50.0% of that increase. That puts 263 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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Drawing on ABS demographic revisions across the surrounding region alongside post-Census address validation by AreaSearch, the suburb of Tanilba Bay records an estimated resident tally of roughly 3,421 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 184 people (5.7%) beyond the 3,237 people documented at the 2021 Census. Such growth is calculated from an AreaSearch resident baseline of 3,417, established after assessing the ABS ERP release from June 2025 together with 22 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census. This headcount yields a density of 262 persons per square kilometer, highlighting ample space for community members and room for prospective building.
With a 5.7% increase since the 2021 census, the suburb outpaced both the Rest of NSW (5.1%) and the wider SA3 territory, establishing itself as a regional growth frontrunner. Incoming overseas migration served as the principal demographic catalyst, delivering roughly 50.0% of total recent population additions. Projections published jointly by Geoscience Australia and the ABS in 2024 (anchored to 2022) are applied across individual SA2 zones by AreaSearch, while NSW State Government SA2 forecasts released in 2022 (anchored to 2021) cover locations lacking that dataset. Forecasted age-cohort growth rates derived from these models are incorporated across all districts spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Tanilba Bay is positioned to exceed the median expansion pace of regional Australia, with SA2-level modeling anticipating an influx of 517 persons by 2041, representing an overall increase of 15.0% across the 16 years.
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97 new dwellings have been approved in Tanilba Bay over the past five years, an average of 19 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 48% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 50, 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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Statistical modeling of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch indicates that Tanilba Bay registered an average of approximately 19 residential approvals per year, amounting to 97 homes across the last 5 financial years. During FY-25 to date, 50 approvals have been issued. Over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, an average intake of 1.4 incoming residents per approved residence demonstrates healthy equilibrium across local supply and demand dynamics, fostering market stability. Concurrently, mean residential construction values stand at $353,000, coming in below broader regional figures and underscoring affordable development options.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $1.9 million have been recorded across the current financial year, highlighting an environment predominantly geared toward residential creation. Residential building output in Tanilba Bay tracks moderately above regional benchmarks, exceeding the Rest of NSW per-capita rate by 26.0% over the 5 year period, which supports existing asset values while maintaining choice for purchasers. Recent development activity divides into 48.0% standalone houses and 52.0% medium-to-high density formats such as townhouses or units. This transition toward higher density creates approachable opportunities for entry-level purchasers, downsizers, and property investors. It contrasts sharply with the established built landscape, where houses comprise 93.0%, pointing to shrinking land supply alongside an appetite for varied, cost-effective residential options. Generating roughly 100 people per dwelling approval, the locality retains the general attributes of a low-density setting. Projections indicate that Tanilba Bay is on track to welcome 513 residents through to 2041 relative to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Current building volumes appear well-calibrated to accommodate prospective demand, preserving balanced market conditions and preventing acute pricing pressures.
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Development applications around Tanilba Bay
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Tanilba Bay, worth an estimated $20 million. A further 42 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.15 billion. 7 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and tourism. 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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Strategic planning frameworks and major capital projects exert a decisive influence on the trajectory of regional communities. AreaSearch has pinpointed 2 projects that hold direct relevance for the district. Significant developments include The Caswell Supported Living Village, the Port Stephens Local Environmental Plan (LEP) & Development Control Plan (DCP), the Port Stephens Housing Delivery Program, and the Nelson Bay Road Duplication - Williamtown to Bobs Farm project.
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The Caswell Supported Living Village
The Caswell is an over 55s supported independent living village being constructed on the site of the former Tilligerry Plaza in Tanilba Bay. The development comprises 51 self-contained one and two-bedroom villas integrated with 24/7 care management services, a community clubhouse, and dedicated recreational amenities.
Port Stephens Local Environmental Plan (LEP) & Development Control Plan (DCP)
Comprehensive planning documents that guide planning decisions, land use, zoning, development standards, and assessment requirements for the entire Port Stephens local government area, which includes Fingal Bay. The Development Control Plan (DCP) provides further detailed guidance to the broader Local Environmental Plan (LEP).
57-59 Beatty Boulevard Mixed-Use Retail + Childcare Centre
A purpose-built facility featuring an 81-place childcare centre operated by Discover and Learn Academy, along with 104sqm of separate office space. The project includes 25 car spaces and was completed in late 2024, providing early education and community services in Tanilba Bay.
The Bay Resort
A State Significant Development proposal (SSD-5916) for an eco-tourism resort called 'The Bay Resort' at 4177 Nelson Bay Road, Anna Bay, opposite the Caltex service station. The development comprises 68 units, 51 villas, and a multi-purpose amenity building with a cafe, gym, and administration building, accessed via raised boardwalks with saltmarsh restoration and water sensitive urban design. The original 2015 application was refused by the state government in February 2020 on grounds it did not adequately assess environmental and community impacts.A redesigned, lighter-footprint version was placed back on public exhibition in 2021. The NSW Planning Portal now lists the project's current status as Determination, with the application refused and the Land and Environment Court recorded as the decider. The site remains zoned RU2 Rural Landscape and there is no evidence of an active resubmission at this address.
36 Port Stephens Drive Residential Development
A 46-hectare development site at 36 Port Stephens Drive in Anna Bay, currently offered for sale by Expressions of Interest. The site presents a prime opportunity for residential subdivision, land lease communities, or housing estates. Note: A nearby planning proposal by AB Rise Pty Ltd for 584 homes on a 125ha site (Gan Gan Road) was rejected on appeal in 2025 due to flooding and ecological concerns, highlighting the area's strict environmental considerations.
Salamander Bay Shopping Centre Expansion
Commercial hub expansion including standalone ALDI store, Woolworths service station, medical centre, specialty retail outlets, and enhanced parking facilities. The shopping centre was acquired by Charter Hall Group for $174.5 million in 2017 and rebranded as Salamander Bay Square.
Salamander Bay Town Centre Place Plan
Port Stephens Council's adopted place plan for Salamander Bay Town Centre sets a long-term framework to strengthen the Tomaree Peninsula's key commercial and community hub. The plan supports public domain improvements, better pedestrian and traffic circulation, activation, public art, landscaping, protection of nearby wetland and koala habitat values, and future mixed-use outcomes. Current implementation includes council-owned development opportunities at 10 Central Avenue for a health facility, with expressions of interest closing 26 May 2026, and 155 Salamander Way for retail, local services and diverse low-rise to mid-rise housing, with the next step being lodgement of a development application.
100 Salamander Way Residential Development
Council-led planning proposal to rezone 88 hectares of land to deliver approximately 110 residential lots with mixed-density housing including detached houses, townhouses and multi-dwelling units for over 300 residents. The development will retain 83% of the site (73 hectares) for environmental conservation through biobanking, with a 1-hectare tree planting buffer zone to support wildlife movement. Proceeds from land sales will fund the Roads Acceleration Program, intersection upgrades including a new roundabout at the Salamander Way entrance, footpath connections to the Salamander Bay Town Centre, and environmental management.Public exhibition and a public hearing are expected to commence early 2026.
1,295 residents of Tanilba Bay are employed, from a labour force of 1,366. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 46.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,096, about 91% 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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The labor market in Tanilba Bay features an even mix of white-collar and blue-collar occupations, supported by a healthy footprint in core service sectors, an unemployment rate of 5.3%, and a 3.4% rise in job numbers across the preceding year according to statistical area data from AreaSearch. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,295, with the jobless rate standing 1.2% higher than the 4.1% seen in Regional NSW, alongside a subdued workforce participation rate of 46.5% versus 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census figures also revealed that 17.0% of local workers operated from home, though this metric was influenced by Covid-19 movement restrictions.
Health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food represent the primary sources of employment for local residents. Workforce concentration is exceptionally pronounced within accommodation & food, where local participation reaches 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, education & training accounts for a modest 5.3% of workers, trailing the 9.6% observed across the wider region. Comparing Census numbers for resident workers against locally based jobs suggests a restricted volume of employment options within the immediate community. According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM metrics over the 12 months leading to March 2026, local employment expanded by 3.4% against a 1.9% rise in the overall labor pool, which lowered unemployment by 1.2 percentage points. Over the identical timeframe, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in total employment, a 0.4% contraction in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage points rise in joblessness. Broader labor demand dynamics are outlined in nationwide forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26, which project countrywide job growth of 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years. Applying these industry benchmarks to the local economic profile suggests Tanilba Bay could experience employment expansion of 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, although this weighted extrapolation serves illustrative purposes and excludes local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Tanilba Bay is $1,131 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $582 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,155 a year against an average of $54,878. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode statistics for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch indicate that taxpayers in the suburb of Tanilba Bay earned a median income of $45,155 and an average income of $54,878. These earnings sit below national benchmarks and compare with regional figures of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average) across Regional NSW. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $49,815 for the median and $60,541 for the average as of March 2026. Across national distributions, Census measurements place personal, family, and household incomes in the suburb within the 9th and 9th percentiles.
The primary personal income bracket is $800 - 1,499, encompassing 29.5% of residents (1,009 individuals), unlike the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 tier is largest at 29.9%. Affordability constraints are pronounced, leaving households with 81.6% of income after housing expenses, which places the area in the 9th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tanilba Bay had 1,279 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 33.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that the residential stock in Tanilba Bay consists of 93.4% standalone houses alongside 6.6% alternative configurations including townhouses, units, and other property types, whereas Regional NSW records 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stands above regional benchmarks at 43.0%, while mortgaged properties make up 29.4% and rental dwellings account for 27.6%. Typical monthly mortgage installments stand at $1,517, coming in well beneath the Regional NSW benchmark of $1,733, while weekly median rents are $380 compared to $330 regionally. Relative to nationwide benchmarks, local mortgage commitments remain significantly below the Australian figure of $1,863, whereas local rental costs exceed the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tanilba Bay counted 1,279 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,352 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 79% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 26% 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 constitute the primary living arrangement across the area, making up 70.0% of occupied homes. This group consists of 33.8% couples without children, 22.4% couples with children, and 12.6% single-parent households. The remaining 30.0% of residences are non-family arrangements, comprising single-person households at 26.0% and share houses at 3.4%. The average household occupancy of 2.4 people aligns with the figure for Regional NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.2% of adults in Tanilba Bay hold a university qualification, including 7.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 33.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 379 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 913 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 educational attainment presents clear development opportunities in the locality, with 11.2% holding university degrees compared to the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications represent 7.6%, postgraduate credentials account for 2.2%, and graduate diplomas total 1.4%. Vocational education forms a substantial pillar of the local skill base, with 43.2% of persons aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, divided into certificates (33.8%) and advanced diplomas (9.4%). Enrolment in structured education involves 24.3% of local residents. Within this student population, primary schooling accounts for 8.5%, high school students represent 7.7%, and 2.1% are engaged in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Tanilba Bay reaches 34 stops on 25 routes, timetabled for about 270 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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Commuters in Tanilba Bay have access to 34 bus stops operating across the suburb, accommodated by 25 distinct routes that generate 269 weekly passenger trips. Stop accessibility is strong, with local dwellings situated a median distance of 162 meters from boarding locations. Outward travel characterizes local journeys, with private motor vehicles accounting for 95% of trips. Households maintain an average of 1.5 vehicles. In addition, 17.0% of working residents performed their roles from home according to the 2021 Census, reflecting pandemic-era conditions. Public transport operations provide an average frequency of 38 trips per day across the collective network, which translates to roughly 7 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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56.8% of residents in Tanilba Bay report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 90% of areas nationally. 10.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate measurable healthcare challenges across Tanilba Bay, evidenced by elevated chronic illness and mortality rates across younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance membership is comparatively subdued, covering roughly 49% of the population (~1,665 people). This tracks below the Regional NSW proportion of 51.9% and the broader Australian average of 55.7%. Arthritis and psychological conditions represent the most widespread medical issues in the locality, recorded among 11.7 and 10.2% of residents respectively, whereas 56.8% report no long-term illnesses compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Working-age cohorts experience noticeable chronic disease burdens, while 29.9% of the local population (1,022 people) are aged 65 and over, exceeding the 23.3% share seen across Regional NSW. Health measures among older demographics show specific challenges while broadly mirroring nationwide standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tanilba Bay is largely Australian-born, at 88.5% of residents, with 2.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.4%) and Australian (32.1%). 5.4% 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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Demographic indicators reflect a relatively homogeneous community in Tanilba Bay, where 88.5% of residents were born within Australia, 92.6% hold Australian citizenship, and 97.4% communicate exclusively in English at home. Christianity constitutes the primary religious affiliation, representing 54.5% of the local population compared to 55.9% throughout Regional NSW. English (33.4%), Australian (32.1%), and Scottish (7.9%) form the top three parental ancestries recorded across the population of Tanilba Bay. Other distinct heritage groups show variation from regional distributions: Australian Aboriginal representation stands higher at 5.4% (against 4.6% across the region), Maltese background accounts for 0.5% (against 0.4%), and Macedonian ancestry represents 0.2% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tanilba Bay is 48, older than 88% of areas nationally. 21.5% 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 suburb of Tanilba Bay displays an older demographic balance relative to Regional NSW. Senior citizens aged 65+ make up 29.9% of the populace as at August 2026, compared to 23.3% in the wider region, while youth and children aged 0 - 24 represent 26.2% against 29.3% regionally. The estimated median age reaches 48, matching the 2021 Census outcome while exceeding both the Regional NSW level of 43 and the Australian Census median of 38. Since the Census, the cohort aged 45 - 64 has declined from 25.5% to an estimated 23.1%.
Looking toward 2041, the demographic cohort aged 25 - 44 is projected to experience the highest numeric increase, growing by 190 residents (26%) to 929.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tanilba Bay
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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 last month all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 22 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,237 at the 2021 Census → 3,421 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 Aug 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 (SAL13764). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.