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The median house price in Tenterfield is $545k, with units at $350k. House values have moved 10.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Tenterfield has an estimated 4,302 residents, up from 4,067 at the 2021 Census — a change of 235 people, or 5.8%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. 112 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 83.0% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on examination of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, alongside new address data validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Tenterfield has an estimated residency of approximately 4,302 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 235 people (5.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,067 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident count of 4,257, projected by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP release (June 2025) and incorporating an extra 112 validated new addresses post-Census. Such population figures represent a density of 6.4 persons per square kilometer, offering residents substantial personal space.
The suburb of Tenterfield's 5.8% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area (2.7%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This population gain was driven largely by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 83.0% of the overall increases during recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government's 2022 release with a 2021 base year are utilized. Projected growth distributions across age cohorts from these databases are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Considering these demographic developments, projections indicate a downward trend in total residency, with the population of the suburb of Tenterfield expected to contract by 359 persons by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is anticipated within specific age groups, particularly those aged 85 and over, which is forecast to increase by 141 people. Detailed age statistics can be found in the corresponding section.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
71 new dwellings have been approved in Tenterfield over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That places the area in the 52nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals allocated from regional data, the suburb of Tenterfield averages approximately 14 housing approvals annually, arriving at an estimated 71 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 25 approvals have been documented. With an average of 2.7 new residents per year per household recorded from FY-21 to FY-25, indicating solid demand that bolsters real estate values, new residential construction exhibits an average estimated cost of $400,000—surpassing regional benchmarks and highlighting a focus on quality. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $1.1 million have been registered during this financial period, highlighting the residential focus of the locality.
Relative to the Rest of NSW, the suburb of Tenterfield displays slightly elevated building activity (23.0% above the regional per-capita average over the 5 year period), which maintains choices for buyers while supporting demand for established properties. This rate sits below the national average, reflecting a mature market and pointing to potential zoning limitations. Furthermore, all recent construction consisted of detached dwellings, maintaining a low-density environment tailored to buyers seeking standalone homes. With approximately 273 people per registered approval, the suburb of Tenterfield is characterized as a low-density community. Faced with stable or contracting population projections, the suburb of Tenterfield is likely to experience reduced pressure on housing stock, generating favorable conditions for prospective purchasers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Tenterfield, worth an estimated $141 million. A further 60 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.13 billion. 16 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans sports & recreation, residential development and transport & logistics. 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 performance is heavily shaped by adjustments to infrastructure, major projects, and zoning plans. AreaSearch has identified a total of 3 projects expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Molesworth Street Bridge Replacement and Sewer Line Relocation, Tenterfield Heavy Vehicle Bypass, Haddington Aged Care Community Expansion, and Queensland Regional Road Network Safety Improvements, with the details below focusing on those of highest local relevance.
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Molesworth Street Bridge Replacement and Sewer Line Relocation
Replacement of the flood-prone timber Molesworth Street Bridge over Tenterfield Creek with a resilient concrete structure designed to meet AS5100 and SM1600 standards. The project includes the relocation and betterment of an adjacent sewer line damaged in 2022. Bored piling works commenced in late 2025 following a $9.988 million investment from the Regional Roads Transport Recovery Package to ensure community connectivity and access to medical services during natural disasters.
Haddington Aged Care Community Expansion
The $11 million Haddington expansion added 28 brand new private suites with ensuites, increasing the facility's total capacity from 82 to 110 beds. The project features a country-style interior design with heritage colors and fireplaces, two new 'Households' connected by a country kitchen, and advanced cloud-based IT systems for mobile care delivery. It provides permanent, respite, and specialist memory support care for the Tenterfield community.
Tenterfield Heavy Vehicle Bypass
Proposed 4.5km bypass to reroute heavy vehicles and trucks off the New England Highway through the Tenterfield town centre. This project aims to improve road safety, traffic flow, and freight efficiency on this major inland freight route. The planning phase, including concept design and environmental factors review, is complete, but construction is not yet funded or scheduled.
The Avenues Stanthorpe
A multi-staged rural residential subdivision offering 14 large allotments ranging from 4,004m2 to 4,865m2, located adjacent to Quart Pot Creek in Queensland's picturesque Granite Belt. The development features serviced lots with town water, mains power, curb and channeling, and tree-lined footpaths. Positioned close to Stanthorpe CBD with convenient access to schools, shops, hospital services, and the region's renowned wineries.
14 Wallangarra Road Student Accommodation
Adaptive reuse of a former aged care facility (Stanthorpe Nursing Home) into student accommodation. The project involves retrofitting the existing 1,437 square meter building on a 3,826 square meter site to provide housing for regional students attending educational facilities in Stanthorpe, maximising the value of underutilised infrastructure.
Stanthorpe Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade
Major upgrade of the aging Stanthorpe Wastewater Treatment Plant which has reached end of life. The project involves full design and renewal of the treatment facility using the latest technology to ensure capacity for growth, improved reliability, and compliance with changing environmental standards. Having completed the concept design, detailed design of the WWTP is currently underway before construction contractors are engaged.
Stanthorpe Streetscape Project
High Street streetscape beautification featuring road safety upgrades, underground water infrastructure improvements, a raised pedestrian crossing near Heritage Bank, disabled parking, alfresco areas, mature trees, and functional art. The project includes handcrafted ceramic tiles and granite mosaics by Stanthorpe State High School students inspired by The Stanthorpe Nine (endangered floral species), and custom-designed wooden benches created by students from both Stanthorpe State High School and St Joseph's School. Works commenced March 2024 and were completed by June 2024, funded by the Australian Government Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
New England Highway Safety Upgrades
Multiple safety upgrade projects totaling $13.5 million including road rehabilitation, wider shoulders, safety barriers, improved drainage, and pavement works on various sections near Glen Innes including Ten Mile Hill and Dundee areas.
1,841 residents of Tenterfield are employed, from a labour force of 1,924. Unemployment sits at 4.3%, with participation at 53.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,507, about 82% 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 suburb of Tenterfield features a balanced workforce distributed between professional and trade roles, with significant representation in essential public services, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.3% calculated from AreaSearch's regional data aggregation. In March 2026, 1,841 local citizens were employed, with the jobless rate sitting 0.2% above the 4.1% recorded for Regional NSW, while workforce engagement remains low (53.4% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW). Census records indicate a moderate 14.3% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.
Local employment is predominantly centered in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and agriculture, forestry & fishing. The agricultural, forestry & fishing category shows a strong concentration, employing a share 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 13.1% of employment locally, below the 16.9% benchmark for Regional NSW. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests a shortage of local job positions. According to AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional sectors, the 12-month period saw a contraction of 2.1% in the labor force and a 4.1% reduction in total employment, resulting in a 2.0 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This compares to Regional NSW, which experienced a 0.9% job contraction, a 0.4% labor force decline, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 provide context for potential future labor demand in the suburb of Tenterfield. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local job profile to estimate growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in the suburb of Tenterfield could rise by 6.0% over five years and 12.6% over ten years (note that this weighting extrapolation is illustrative and excludes local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Tenterfield is $933 a week (about $49,000 a year), with median personal income at $517 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $36,092 a year against an average of $44,701. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that earnings in the suburb of Tenterfield sit below the national average, showing a median income of $36,092 and an average income of $44,701. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Incorporating Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $39,817 for the median and $49,314 for the average. According to 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Tenterfield all rank between the 1st and 4th percentiles across the nation.
The largest earnings cohort consists of 33.6% of residents (1,445 people) within the $400 - 799 weekly range, differing from metropolitan areas where the $1,500 - 2,999 range represents the largest group at 29.9%. With 44.4% of residents earning under $800 weekly, the area experiences notable financial limitations that impact local retail activity. Although housing expenses are low, leaving residents with 87.3% of their earnings, total disposable income falls in the 4th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tenterfield had 1,755 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 4% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 55% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,192 a month. Rent absorbs 26.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Tenterfield at the time of the latest Census consisted of 94.1% standalone houses and 5.9% alternative dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing types), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels in the suburb of Tenterfield were notably higher than the state regional average, reaching 55.1%, while the remaining housing stock was split between mortgaged properties (22.1%) and rental homes (22.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,192 was considerably below the Regional NSW median, while the weekly rental median was recorded at $250, compared to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330.
On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Tenterfield are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices sit below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tenterfield counted 1,755 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,856 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 35% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of households at 62.1%, which includes 16.0% couples with children, 35.3% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 37.9%, with single-person households representing 35.3% and shared households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.1 people is lower than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.0% of adults in Tenterfield hold a university qualification, including 11.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 29.7% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 572 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 927 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The locality displays low rates of higher education, with university qualification levels (15.0%) falling significantly below the NSW state average of 32.2%. This scenario presents a challenge as well as a opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest tertiary cohort at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 39.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (29.7%). A total of 24.5% of residents are actively engaged in formal study. This student population includes 9.0% enrolled in primary schools, 7.8% attending secondary schools, and 1.8% participating in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Tenterfield reaches 163 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 170 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of transit options indicates 163 public transport stops operating in the suburb of Tenterfield, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 16 separate routes, which provide a total of 169 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated highly, with residents living an average of 145 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 90%, while 7% of commuters walk. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 per household.
Approximately 14.3% of workers operated from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions. Transit service frequency averages 24 daily trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 1 weekly trip per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
56.9% of residents in Tenterfield report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 76% of areas nationally. 8.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics indicate notable challenges for the suburb of Tenterfield, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 45% of the population (~1,922 people). This compares to a rate of 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 13.7% and 9.3% of the population, respectively, while 56.9% reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The working-age cohort exhibits elevated levels of chronic illness, indicating health challenges. Residents aged 65 and over make up 37.0% of the population (1,591 people), exceeding the 23.4% representation in Regional NSW. Health statistics for seniors present some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally aligned with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tenterfield is largely Australian-born, at 91.4% of residents, with 2.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.5%) and Australian (29.0%). 4.0% 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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The suburb of Tenterfield exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity relative to broader averages, with citizenship at 90.7%, Australian-born residents at 91.4%, and 97.2% of the population speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 63.3% of residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Based on parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries represented are English at 32.5%, Australian at 29.0%, and Irish at 11.6%. Notable differences exist in the representation of other backgrounds, with German ancestry overrepresented at 5.9% of the population (compared to 3.1% regionally), Scottish at 9.0% (compared to 8.0%), and Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tenterfield is 55, older than 97% of areas nationally. 15.6% 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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At 55 years, the median age in the suburb of Tenterfield is higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and exceeds the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 (19.6%), whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller (6.7%) than in Regional NSW. The proportion of 65 - 74 year-olds exceeds the national average of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age bracket has risen from 10.9% to 13.1% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group grew from 4.4% to 5.5%, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 15.3% to 13.8%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the age profile, with the 85+ cohort expected to expand by 124 people (67%) from 184 to 309. Aging trends persist as residents aged 65 and older account for all projected growth, while contractions are forecast for the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tenterfield
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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 112 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,067 at the 2021 Census → 4,302 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 (SAL13807). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.