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The median house price in Taree is $590k, with units at $405k. House values have moved 6.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Taree has an estimated 17,026 residents, up from 16,715 at the 2021 Census — a change of 311 people, or 1.9%. 128 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 356 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 updates and quarterly residential address confirmations by AreaSearch, the suburb of Taree has an estimated population of 17,026 as of May 2026. This indicates an addition of 311 people (1.9%) relative to the 16,715 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This growth is calculated using an estimated base population of 17,006 from the June 2025 ABS ERP release combined with 128 validated new addresses registered after the census. The suburb of Taree spans a density of 355 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for future residential expansion.
The post-census growth of 1.9% in the suburb of Taree is 1.7 percentage points below the 3.6% growth rate observed in the wider SA3 region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for 56.99999999999999% of the overall population increase in recent times. Projections for the suburb of Taree combine ABS and Geoscience Australia data from 2024 using a 2022 baseline, supplemented by NSW Government SA2 projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline where necessary. These sources project growth by age bracket between 2032 and 2041. Over the next 16 years, the suburb of Taree is projected to grow by 824 residents to 2041, representing a total increase of 4.7%, which sits slightly below the median growth pace for non-metropolitan Australian localities.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
239 new dwellings have been approved in Taree over the past five years, an average of 47 a year. That is 2.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 48 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 63% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 84, 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 building approvals show that Taree averages about 47 newly approved homes annually, with 239 residential approvals logged over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and an additional 77 approvals recorded during FY-26. With only 0.8 additional residents entering the local population for each new home built during the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, residential supply is meeting or exceeding local demand, expanding buyer choice and accommodating potential future population increases. Newly constructed homes carry an average estimated cost of $452,000, pointing to a developer focus on high-end properties.
Additionally, commercial development approvals reached $34.3 million in the current financial year, pointing to strong local business investment. Per capita building approvals in Taree are approximately half the average for the Rest of NSW, ranking at the 35th percentile nationwide, which limits housing choices for buyers and supports demand for established properties. This low rate compared to national averages reflects local market maturity and potential zoning or geographic limitations. Current residential approvals consist of 62.0% standalone houses and 38.0% attached dwellings, showing a shift towards diverse housing options ranging from large family residences to compact units. This marks a departure from the existing housing stock, which is 78.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land, changing demographic needs, and demand for affordable options. There are 465 residents for every single approved dwelling, highlighting a quiet construction landscape. Long-term projections indicate Taree will add 804 residents by 2041. Based on current building trends, the supply of new homes is expected to satisfy demand, maintaining favorable purchasing conditions and potentially supporting faster population growth than currently predicted.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Taree
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Taree, worth an estimated $953 million. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.06 billion. 15 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, communities, precincts & urban renewal and residential development. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local development is shaped by infrastructure planning and major projects. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2, Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2, Taree Station Rail Infrastructure Upgrades, and Figtrees on the Manning, with details provided on the most significant initiatives.
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Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2
The Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2 is a major health infrastructure project delivering a new four-storey clinical services building. Key features include a Coronary Care Unit, inpatient units, a new mortuary, pharmacy, and pathology spaces. The design incorporates a contemporary facade reflecting the local area and improved campus connectivity. Following the completion of early demolition works in late 2025, the project is currently undergoing assessment of the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) after the public exhibition period closed in February 2026.Hansen Yuncken has been appointed as the Early Contractor Involvement building partner.
Manning Base Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2
The $180 million Stage 2 redevelopment features a new clinical services building with inpatient units, a Close Observation Unit for cardiac care, and new pathology, pharmacy, and mortuary spaces. The design includes an additional level for future expansion and a functional facade reflecting the local area. As of May 2026, the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) has concluded public exhibition, and Hansen Yuncken has been appointed as the Early Contractor Involvement building partner to finalise designs.Early demolition and enabling works were completed in late 2025.
Bushland Drive Retail Premises Development
The development involves the construction of specialized retail premises and a Torrens title subdivision of an 8.5-hectare site into 4 lots, including a new access road. Positioned in Taree's central industrial precinct adjacent to Bunnings Warehouse, the project facilitates the expansion of large-format retail services. Following its sale by the NSW Government in 2021, the site has transitioned from light industrial planning into an active commercial development hub.
Figtrees on the Manning
A major mixed-use waterfront renewal project transforming 20 hectares of the Manning River foreshore. The development integrates public infrastructure including a new boardwalk, cycleways, and road upgrades with private investment. Planned features include approximately 500 residential units, vertical independent living retirement towers, commercial spaces for cafes and retail, and a future marina, creating a vital link between Taree CBD and the eastern recreation precinct.
Taree Station Rail Infrastructure Upgrades
Rail infrastructure upgrades at Taree Station as part of the NSW Government's Mariyung and Regional Rail fleet projects. Works include installing underground service routes, water supply systems, new staff footpath and lighting within the rail corridor, and new signs, posts and markers. Construction is underway from 5 May to 30 June 2026, following site investigations completed in 2024. Part of a broader NSW rail infrastructure modernisation program spanning stations and stabling yards across the state.
Taree Heights Estate
Residential land development by Landlink Property Group with house and land packages from $235,000. Features blocks ranging from 702sqm to 1,758sqm with average 21m frontage. Located in newest land development in Taree area with mountain views, close to amenities. Marketed by Niche Real Estate and Property Solutions.
Euca Valley Residential Subdivision
Euca Valley is a staged residential subdivision on 86.5 hectares at Kolodong Road, Taree, between Taree and Wingham. Originally approved for 478 lots in October 2022, a modification application was lodged in September 2023 seeking to increase the total to 529 lots, with the current approved figure understood to be approximately 525 lots across 19 stages. Lot sizes range from 450 to 1,740 square metres. The development includes new parks, walking trails, and key infrastructure works including a roundabout at the Wingham Road and Kolodong Road intersection.Construction is underway with homes completed and sold on-site from 2025.
Manning Mall Shopping Centre Acquisition
10,800sqm sub-regional shopping centre acquired by Centuria Capital Group for $34.85 million. Anchored by high-performing Coles Supermarket and Target, with 27 specialty stores and 422 car parks. Located on 29,740sqm freehold island site in heart of Taree CBD with 94% occupancy and 4.95-year WALE. Managed by ASX-listed Centuria with $20.5 billion assets under management.
6,228 residents of Taree are employed, from a labour force of 6,864. Unemployment sits at 9.3%, with participation at 48.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% 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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The local labor market features a mix of white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a high concentration of essential service workers. As of March 2026, 6,228 local residents are employed. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3%, which is 5.2% higher than the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is low at 48.7% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that only 5.7% of local workers work from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. The major employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food.
Local employment is highly concentrated in health care & social assistance, which employs workers at 1.6 times the Regional NSW rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.6% of local jobs compared to 5.3% regionally. The balance between local jobs and resident workers indicates limited employment opportunities within the immediate area. Based on SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region, the past year saw the local labor force shrink by 3.6% and total employment drop by 4.6%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point increase in unemployment. In comparison, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% decline in employment, a 0.4% fall in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term national employment projections from May-25 indicate five-year growth of 6.6% and ten-year growth of 13.7%, though rates vary by sector. Applying these national projections to the local industry mix yields an estimated employment growth of 6.8% over five years and 14.4% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Taree is $968 a week (about $50,000 a year), with median personal income at $544 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,229 a year against an average of $49,014. 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 records for the 2023 financial year show local incomes are below national benchmarks, with a median income of $40,229 and an average income of $49,014, compared to $52,390 and $65,215 in Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are $44,381 for the median and $54,072 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all placed between the 2nd and 6th percentiles nationally. The largest earnings segment is the $400 - 799 weekly band, containing 32.3% of earners (5,499 individuals), whereas the wider region is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 band at 29.9%.
Low-income households are common, with 42.1% earning under $800 weekly. Consequently, housing costs absorb a large share of income, leaving only 81.3% of income remaining, which ranks in the 4th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Taree had 6,682 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 10% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $289 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 29.9% 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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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix comprised 78.3% separate houses and 21.7% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings across Regional NSW. Home ownership stood at 38.3%, matching the regional average, with the remaining properties divided between mortgaged homes (23.0%) and rental properties (38.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 and median weekly rent of $289 are both lower than the Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330. Locally, mortgage costs are lower than the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the Australian figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Taree counted 6,682 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 36% 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 61.3% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 17.8%, couples without children at 26.1%, and single-parent families at 16.1%. Non-family households represent 38.7% of the total, with lone-person households accounting for 35.7% and group households making up 3.1%. The median household size is 2.2 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.5% of adults in Taree hold a university qualification, including 8.8% with a bachelor degree and 2.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 31.5% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 3,766 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 884 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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Educational attainment levels are low, with 12.5% of residents holding a university degree compared to the NSW average of 32.2%. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational education is highly represented, with 40.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 31.5%. Enrolment in education is high, with 28.1% of the population studying. This includes primary school students at 11.0%, secondary school students at 8.1%, and tertiary students at 2.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Taree reaches 340 stops on 60 routes, timetabled for about 980 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 services include 340 active bus and train stops. These are connected by 60 routes, providing 976 weekly services. The average distance to a transit point is 126 meters, indicating good accessibility. Most working residents travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 93%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.1 per household, below the regional benchmark. Working from home was recorded for 5.7% of residents in the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions. Bus and train routes provide an average of 139 daily trips, which averages out to approximately 2 weekly passenger trips per individual transit stop.
The map shows the locations of the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the suburb.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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54.4% of residents in Taree report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 11.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.1 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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Analysis of mortality rates and chronic illness shows significant health challenges in the area across multiple age groups. The rate of private health insurance is low at approximately 46% of the population (~7,898 people), compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 12.2% and 11.6% of residents. Meanwhile, 54.4% of residents reported having no chronic health conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Chronic illness rates are elevated among the working-age population. Residents aged 65 and over make up 26.4% of the population (4,494 people), which is higher than the Regional NSW average of 23.4%.
Health indicators for senior residents align with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Taree is largely Australian-born, at 90.2% of residents, with 5.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.2%) and English (31.5%). 9.0% 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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Cultural diversity indicators are below average, with citizens making up 88.6% of the population, 90.2% born in Australia, and 94.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion at 57.6%, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The primary ancestries reported are Australian at 32.2%, English at 31.5%, and Australian Aboriginal at 9.0%. Certain backgrounds show higher local representation than regional averages, including Filipino residents at 0.9% (compared to 0.6% regionally), Lebanese residents at 0.2% (matching the 0.2% regional average), and Korean residents at 0.1% (matching the 0.1% regional average).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Taree is 44, older than 80% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 23.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 44 years is close to the Regional NSW average of 43 years and higher than the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, there is a higher concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 (10.3%) but fewer aged 45 - 54 (10.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 10.9% to 12.3% and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 9.8% to 11.0%, while the 65 to 74 group fell from 12.8% to 11.9%. By 2041, the 45 to 54 cohort is projected to expand by 16% (277 people), rising from 1,719 to 1,997, while the 65 to 74 and 55 to 64 cohorts are expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Taree
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 13 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 Jul 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 — 128 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,715 at the 2021 Census → 17,026 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 (SAL13779). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.