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The median house price in Taren Point is $2.70m, with units at $1.50m. House values have moved 2.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Taren Point has an estimated 2,946 residents, up from 1,879 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,067 people, or 56.8%. Growth has averaged 9.5% a year over five years, faster than 98% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 2,166 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 population updates for the wider region and recent address validations by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Taren Point has an estimated population of approximately 2,946 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 1,067 people (56.8%) compared to the 1,879 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This estimate draws on a resident population of 2,939 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 4 validated new addresses added since the Census. The suburb of Taren Point has a population density of 2,166 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The 56.8% expansion in the suburb of Taren Point since the 2021 census was faster than the SA4 region (5.0%) and the SA3 area, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population increases were primarily driven by overseas migration, which served as almost the exclusive source of population growth in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections for each SA2 region from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this data, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are used. Age group growth rates from these sources are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. In terms of future demographics, the suburb of Taren Point is projected to grow at a rate slightly below the national median, with population estimates indicating an increase of 344 residents by 2041, representing a total gain of 11.4% over the 16 years.
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145 new dwellings have been approved in Taren Point over the past five years, an average of 29 a year. That places the area in the 91st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 20% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 76, 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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AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals shows that Taren Point has averaged approximately 29 residential approvals annually, amounting to an estimated 145 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26, 70 approvals have been documented. With approximately 7.4 people moving to the area for every completed home between FY-21 and FY-25, demand remains higher than new supply, which typically supports price growth and heightens buyer competition. Approved properties carry an average construction value of $698,000, showing that developers are focusing on the higher-end market. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $13.6 million this financial year, pointing to steady commercial development.
Compared to Greater Sydney, building activity per capita in Taren Point is 84.0% higher, offering buyers a broad range of options. This volume is significantly higher than the national average, demonstrating strong developer commitment to the area. Recent approvals consist of 20.0% standalone houses and 80.0% medium-to-high density housing options like townhouses or units. This orientation toward higher-density properties yields more accessible price points and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. It represents a notable shift from the current housing stock (which stands at 49.0% houses), driven by limited development sites, evolving lifestyle choices, and affordability constraints. With approximately 69 people per approved dwelling, the area exhibits features of a growth corridor. Looking forward, the population is projected to grow by 337 residents through to 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Current building trends suggest that new housing supply will comfortably meet demand, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially supporting population growth beyond current estimates.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 49 current infrastructure and development projects close to Taren Point, worth an estimated $10 billion. 13 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Infrastructure updates, planning changes, and major projects are key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified 2 projects that are expected to influence the area. Principal developments include the 117-131 Taren Point Road Specialised Retail Development, the Sutherland to Cronulla Active Transport Link (SCATL), the Sans Souci Park Master Plan, and the Sutherland Hospital Redevelopment, with details below focusing on the most relevant initiatives.
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StorHub Miranda Self Storage
Partial demolition and alterations to an existing industrial building to create a brand-new self-storage facility in Miranda, providing secure, flexible, and hassle-free storage solutions as part of StorHub's expansion in Australia.
Southgate Shopping Centre Expansion
A 28.7 million dollar expansion of Southgate Shopping Centre, a sub-regional centre serving over 211,000 residents in the Sutherland Shire. The works involved demolition of the former squash courts at 27-29 Melrose Avenue to make way for a three-level extension. A new 1,600 square metre ALDI supermarket is scheduled to open in 2027, joining existing anchors Coles, Kmart and Woolworths. Woolworths is being relocated and enlarged with a new rooftop direct-to-boot collection service. The project also delivers refurbished amenities (including new toilets and a parents' room near Australia Post), upgraded lifts, loading zones and expanded parking.As of April 2026, Kmart has returned to 24-hour trading and centre management has relocated to the bottom of the travelators while staged construction continues. The centre comprises 23,676 square metres of gross lettable area with 1,049 car parks.
117-131 Taren Point Road Specialised Retail Planning Proposal
Proponent-initiated planning proposal to amend Sutherland Shire Local Environmental Plan 2015 by adding specialised retail premises as an additional permitted use for 117-125 and 131 Taren Point Road. The approximately 14,342 sqm E4 General Industrial site already contains large format retail and hire uses, including Harvey Norman, Domayne, Sydney Tools and Kennards Hire. Following public exhibition, Council resolved on 23 February 2026 to liaise with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure to make the LEP amendment.Any future physical development would require a separate development assessment process.
Salvation Army Miranda Redevelopment
A landmark 16-storey mixed-use precinct developed in partnership between Formus Property and The Salvation Army. The project delivers 116 residential apartments, including dedicated affordable housing, situated above new state-of-the-art community facilities. The ground levels feature Salvation Army welfare services, a worship hall, and community rooms designed to continue their 55-year legacy of service in the Sutherland Shire. The development revitalizes the Miranda town center with high-quality architectural design and integrated public spaces.
152-158 Port Hacking Road Townhouses
Development Application approved for 19 townhouses on a 3,720 sqm site at the corner of Box and Port Hacking Roads in Sylvania. The site is strategically positioned with excellent accessibility to public transportation and within walking distance of shopping complexes, parks and schools including Southgate Shopping Centre and Miranda Westfield. The approved development includes thoughtfully designed plans for a seamless build process.
Caringbah Pavilion
A landmark mixed-use lifestyle precinct delivering 188 apartments above a Coles-anchored retail village in Caringbah. Building A rises 10 storeys with 116 market-rate apartments for sale; Building B is 6 storeys with 72 affordable housing units managed by Hume Community Housing for a minimum 15 years. The $80 million retail podium includes Coles, Liquorland, and specialty dining and wellness retailers. Resort-style resident amenities include rooftop gardens, pool, gym, and wellness zones. Designed by Conquest's in-house CQ Studio, residences range from 1-bedroom to 4-bedroom penthouses.Located 200 metres from Caringbah train station, the precinct combines coastal living with urban convenience in the heart of Sutherland Shire.
Live Caringbah
Live Caringbah is a contemporary coastal mixed-use development by Landmark Group in the Caringbah Medical Precinct. The project features approximately 288 designer apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom) across two eight-storey towers, alongside a five-storey medical/health facility. Designed by DKO Architecture, amenities include rooftop gardens, yoga lawns, and work-from-home spaces. Originally approved in April 2024, construction commenced in August 2025. The development is backed by Landmark's 10-year Structural Guarantee.
Frank Vickery Village Seniors Housing Expansion
Wesley Mission is advancing a major rezoning proposal to transform Frank Vickery Village into a modern, high-density seniors housing precinct. The masterplan includes up to 518 new independent living units, a 126-bed residential aged care facility, and non-residential amenities such as retail spaces, indoor recreation, and medical centres.
836 residents of Taren Point are employed, from a labour force of 891. Unemployment sits at 6.2%, with participation at 34.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% 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 4,298, about 146% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Based on AreaSearch calculations of statistical area data, Taren Point possesses a well-educated labor force with a strong professional services sector and an unemployment rate of 6.2%. As of March 2026836 residents are employed. The local unemployment rate sits 2.0% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and the participation rate is notably lower, at 34.6% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census records show that a significant 39.8% of residents worked from home, although this should be interpreted in the context of pandemic lockdown restrictions. The primary sectors employing local residents are construction, retail trade, and healthcare and social assistance.
The local workforce shows a high concentration in construction, with an employment share that is 1.5 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, healthcare and social assistance employs only 10.7% of local workers, which is lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 14.1%. With 1.2 jobs for every local worker at the time of the Census, the area acts as an employment hub, hosting more jobs than working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring locations. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the year leading to March 2026, the local workforce grew by 0.2% while employment decreased by 1.3%, raising the unemployment rate by 1.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney experienced employment and labor force growth of 1.9% and 1.9% respectively, alongside a minor decrease. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these specific industry projections to the local employment structure suggests employment in Taren Point will grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Taren Point is $1,463 a week (about $76,000 a year), with median personal income at $757 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,095 a year against an average of $77,957. The average runs 59% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows Taren Point has a median taxpayer income of $49,095 and an average income of $77,957. This ranks highly on a national scale, though it remains below the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 would be roughly $54,162 for the median and $86,002 for the average. According to 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb are moderate, placing between the 33rd and 40th percentiles.
The primary income group comprises 23.7% of residents (698 people) earning between $800 - 1,499, differing from the wider metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is largest at 30.9%. Financial pressures from housing are high, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 27th percentile and the 5th decile of the SEIFA income ranking.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Taren Point had 708 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 49% detached houses and 33% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 56% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $650 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,000 a month. Rent absorbs 44.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 47.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that the housing structure in Taren Point consisted of 49.2% standalone houses and 50.8% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Sydney metropolitan distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Taren Point was higher than the Sydney metro average, standing at 56.1%, with 31.8% of dwellings mortgaged and 12.1% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $3,000 was higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent of $650 exceeded the Sydney metro average of $470.
On a national level, Taren Point's mortgage costs are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Taren Point counted 708 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,110 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 35% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 67.8% of all households, consisting of 25.0% couples with children, 34.9% couples without children, and 6.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 32.2%, with single-person households making up 31.0% and group households accounting for 2.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.4% of adults in Taren Point hold a university qualification, including 20.2% with a bachelor degree and 5.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 112 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,065 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 statistics show room for growth in tertiary qualifications, as the university qualification rate of 27.4% is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. Among qualifications, bachelor degrees are most common at 20.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational skills are highly represented, with 38.0% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (16.2%) and certificates (21.8%). Participation in education is high, with 27.2% of local residents enrolled in formal studies. This includes 8.5% attending primary school, 8.2% in secondary school, and 5.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Taren Point reaches 24 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 450 services a week. The typical home sits about 100 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 in Taren Point include 24 active stops utilizing a mix of buses. These stops serve 17 different routes, providing 446 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 104 meters from their closest stop. Most working residents commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 92%. Dwellings have an average of 1.3 vehicles. A high proportion of residents (39.8%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic conditions. Service frequency averages 63 trips per day across the route network, which represents approximately 18 weekly trips per active transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.5% of residents in Taren Point report no long-term health condition. 7.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 10.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence point to below-average health outcomes, with common medical conditions slightly more prevalent than average across younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 58% of the population (~1,700 people) holding cover, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical diagnoses in the area are arthritis, affecting 13.6% of residents, and heart disease, affecting 8.1%. About 62.5% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and over make up 36.3% of the population (1,069 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%.
Health outcomes for seniors are above average, with national rankings aligning with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Taren Point is largely Australian-born, at 76.2% of residents, with 25.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.0%) and Australian (17.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Taren Point displays higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 23.8% of the population born outside Australia and 25.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 76.6% of residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries are English at 28.0% of the population (higher than the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 17.1%, and Greek at 10.1% (higher than the regional average of 1.9%). Other ancestry groups showing higher local representation than the region include Macedonian at 2.2% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Croatian at 1.2% (compared to 0.7%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Taren Point is 57, older than 98% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 19.2% 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 Taren Point is 57 years, which is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. The local population has a high concentration of residents aged 85+ (12.0% compared to 2.2% nationally), while the 25 - 34 age bracket is smaller (8.6%) than the Greater Sydney average. Recent data indicates a slight shift as the median age dropped from 58 to 57 years. The 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 8.2% to 10.6% of the population, and the 55 to 64 group grew from 9.7% to 11.4%.
Conversely, the 85+ cohort decreased from 16.0% to 12.0%, and the 75 to 84 cohort fell from 16.5% to 14.0%. Demographic modeling projects significant shifts by 2041, with the 85+ age group expected to grow by 74%, adding 261 residents to total 615. The combined cohorts aged 65+ are projected to account for 96% of overall population growth, while the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 age brackets are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Taren Point
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago 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 May 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 — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,879 at the 2021 Census → 2,946 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 (SAL13781). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.