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The median house price in Thornleigh is $1.86m, with units at $770k. House values have moved 1.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Thornleigh has an estimated 9,379 residents, up from 8,898 at the 2021 Census — a change of 481 people, or 5.4%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 91.0% of that increase. That puts 2,424 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 AreaSearch evaluations combining post-Census validated address counts with broader ABS demographic releases, the suburb of Thornleigh reaches an estimated 9,379 residents as of Aug 2026. Comparing this to the 8,898 residents counted in the 2021 Census highlights an addition of 481 people, representing an expansion of 5.4%. This update stems from the ABS resident population benchmark of 9,378 published in the June 2025 ERP release, paired with 82 newly confirmed addresses recorded following the Census. The suburb exhibits a population density of 2,423 persons per square kilometer, positioning it in the top quartile of locations nationally reviewed by AreaSearch.
With post-Census growth tracking at 5.4%, the suburb of Thornleigh sits within 1.9 percentage points of the broader state mark (7.3%), maintaining solid expansion momentum. The primary catalyst behind local population increases has been overseas migration, which made up around 91.0% of total recent gains. Projections for each SA2 district rely on ABS/Geoscience Australia datasets published in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point, while any unrepresented SA2 zones utilise NSW State Government figures issued in 2022 from a 2021 baseline. Age-bracket expansion trends from these models are subsequently applied across all districts for the 2032 to 2041 timeframe. Looking at long-term demographic trajectories over this timeline, projections point toward an overall population decrease in the suburb of Thornleigh, with a net reduction of 135 persons expected by 2041 under these models. Conversely, specific demographics will continue to expand, prominently the 75 to 84 cohort, which is anticipated to grow by 150 people. More specific details can be found in the age section.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
111 new dwellings have been approved in Thornleigh over the past five years, an average of 22 a year. That is 1.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 15, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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ABS residential approval data examined by AreaSearch across statistical divisions indicates that the suburb averages roughly 22 residential dwelling approvals annually, totaling an estimated 111 home approvals across the prior 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 15 approvals logged during FY-25 to date. Because approximately 6 individuals moved into the community for every residential unit constructed during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction volumes fall notably behind inbound population requirements, creating upward price momentum and heightened buyer rivalry. Furthermore, new dwellings reflect an average construction value of $760,000, illustrating an emphasis by builders on high-end, premium housing offerings.
In parallel, commercial building permits have reached $10.3 million in the current financial year, underlining continuous commercial development. Recent residential building activity comprises 92.0% separate houses and 8.0% semi-detached or attached residences, reinforcing the established low-density character of the neighborhood and catering to buyers seeking expansive living spaces. Interestingly, developers are supplying standalone homes at a higher share than the existing baseline recorded at the Census (76.0%), highlighting sustained demand for traditional family properties despite wider medium-density trends. With roughly 584 people per residential approval, the area reflects a mature development landscape. Given that the local population is projected to stabilize or contract slightly, housing pressure across the suburb should moderate, which may present favorable purchasing opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Thornleigh
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Thornleigh, worth an estimated $521 million. A further 57 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $16.5 billion. 6 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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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Community performance and market dynamics are heavily shaped by planning frameworks, local infrastructure upgrades, and major capital projects. AreaSearch has recorded 10 major initiatives likely to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Thornleigh Quarter, Thornleigh Marketplace Redevelopment, 15-19 Station Street Mixed-Use Development Thornleigh, and The Sanctuary Thornleigh, with the most relevant schemes detailed in the following overview.
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Thornleigh Marketplace Redevelopment
Holdmark is progressing an approved redevelopment of the Thornleigh Marketplace neighbourhood shopping centre. The project involves significant additions including a new second-floor level above the rooftop car park, creating additional retail space, a food court, and rooftop terraces. Recent modifications approved in 2024 refined the layout to include a Woolworths direct-to-boot facility within the existing car park structure. The center remains anchored by Woolworths and Dan Murphys.
15-19 Station Street Mixed-Use Development Thornleigh
Approved six storey mixed use development at 15-19 Station Street, Thornleigh, comprising 48 residential apartments above ground floor commercial space with basement parking. The project is located immediately adjacent to Thornleigh Railway Station and was approved by Hornsby Shire Council under DA 2022/0432 to deliver higher density housing and local retail next to public transport.
Thornleigh Quarter
Thornleigh Quarter is a mixed use precinct by Holdmark planned to deliver about 326 apartments across three mid rise buildings with ground floor retail and cafe spaces, activated frontages to Pennant Hills Road and landscaped communal terraces and courtyards directly opposite Thornleigh Station.
Westleigh Park
Hornsby Shire Council is transforming the 34-hectare former Sydney Water site into a premier parkland and sporting complex. The development includes multiple sports playing fields across three platforms, mountain bike trails, walking paths, a playground, amenities, and ecological restoration of endangered ecological communities.
Hornsby Park
Transformation of the 60-hectare former Hornsby Quarry site into a major regional bush parkland in Sydney's upper north shore. The first stage opened to the public in late March 2026, comprising the Crusher Plant Precinct (lawns, picnic shelters, electric BBQs, accessible toilets, free parking), the Southern Lookout providing fully accessible sweeping views into the volcanic quarry void, and the upgraded Heritage Steps linking the Hornsby Aquatic and Leisure Centre down into the precinct. Construction continues in stages, with future works including the Quarry Loop walking and cycling track, additional scenic lookouts, a bike jump and pump track, and the Old Mans Valley field of play.Longer term masterplan elements feature a freshwater quarry lake, wetlands cascade, lakeside amenities and an accessible lift to the quarry base. The masterplan was designed by Clouston Associates with Hornsby Shire Council. Stage 1 has been supported by the NSW Government through the Stronger Communities Fund.
The Residences at Wahroonga Estate
Stage 1 of the $1.5 billion Wahroonga Estate masterplan, delivering 128 premium apartments across three six-storey buildings on the 66-hectare Seventh-day Adventist Church precinct. Developed by Capital Corporation in a joint venture with the Church and built by DASCO, the project features curved brick facade design by Group GSA, bespoke interiors by Coco Republic, and landscaped communal spaces with direct access to Coups Creek bushland. Targeting downsizers and owner-occupiers on Sydney's Upper North Shore, adjacent to the Sydney Adventist Hospital.
185 Fox Valley Road Residential Development
Multi-residential apartment and townhouse development situated at 185 Fox Valley Road within the broader Wahroonga Estate redevelopment precinct. The project delivers modern medium-density residential housing integrating basement parking, resident amenities, and dedicated landscaped bushland buffer corridors. Planning and site coordination are managed under Ku-ring-gai Council's strategic planning and masterplan controls.
The Sanctuary Thornleigh
Premium master-planned residential community delivered by Toplace Group, comprising around 184 apartments and townhouses with resort-style resident facilities in a bushland setting at Thornleigh on Sydneys Upper North Shore. Construction is understood to be complete, with the estate now operating as a private residential community.
4,998 residents of Thornleigh are employed, from a labour force of 5,209. Unemployment sits at 4.1%, with participation at 68.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,299, about 88% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Thornleigh is characterized by an exceptionally well-credentialed resident labour base, featuring notable concentration in technology occupations, an unemployment rate of 4.1%, and an estimated annual jobs growth rate of 3.6% derived from AreaSearch statistical area datasets. As of March 2026, employed locals tally 4,998 individuals, matching Greater Sydney's unemployment level of 4.1%, while local workforce engagement aligns closely with the 68.9% metropolitan participation rate. Census findings indicated that 55.3% of workers performed their roles from home, although this figure reflects conditions during Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents consist of health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.
Representation in education & training is especially prominent, tracking at 1.5 times the broader metropolitan average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing accounts for merely 2.6% of local workers, trailing the 5.3% Greater Sydney baseline. Comparing the Census working population against resident workforce totals highlights that this predominantly residential district provides limited internal commercial employment. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM records across surrounding districts show that in the twelve months leading to March 2026, local employment expanded by 3.6% alongside a 1.6% rise in the labour pool, reducing the local jobless rate by 1.9 percentage points. Across Greater Sydney over the same timeframe, employment climbed by 1.9%, the labour force increased by 1.9%, and unemployment declined slightly. National employment outlooks from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context on future local demand. These five- and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce composition to project potential trajectory paths. Nationwide employment is expected to increase by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over a decade, though individual industries vary substantially. Aligning these sectoral projections with the local employment distribution suggests local job numbers could rise by 7.3% over five years and 14.7% across ten years (this represents a baseline weighting calculation for comparison and does not factor in localized demographic shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Thornleigh is $2,681 a week (about $139,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,025 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,859 a year against an average of $96,146. The average runs 51% 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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According to the latest postcode ATO taxation statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, Thornleigh taxpayers recorded a median income of $63,859 and an average income of $96,146. These figures place the community in the top percentile across Australia, outperforming Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in the 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated incomes reach roughly $70,449 for the median and $106,068 on average as of March 2026. Census results from 2021 demonstrate strong earning power across individual, family, and household levels, ranking from the 81st to the 93rd percentiles across the nation.
The largest earnings bracket encompasses 29.5% of residents (2,766 people) earning $4000+, differing from the Greater Sydney metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 band leads at 30.9%. Broad economic capacity is evident as 45.1% of households generate weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, fostering high local expenditure. While accommodation costs account for 15.4% of total income, solid compensation levels maintain disposable earnings at the 93rd percentile and position the area in the 9th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Thornleigh had 2,970 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 8% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $530 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 93% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing landscape recorded at the latest Census shows 76.5% freestanding homes and 23.5% non-detached dwellings (including units, townhouses, and alternate residences), whereas Greater Sydney recorded 55.9% houses and 44.1% alternate dwelling formats. Full homeownership in the suburb stood at 32.1%, exceeding the wider Sydney metropolitan average, with 44.3% of homes carrying a mortgage and 23.7% occupied under rental agreements. Typical monthly mortgage payments reached $2,800, well above Sydney metro's $2,427 benchmark, while typical weekly rent payments stood at $530 compared to $470 across Sydney metro. Against national metrics, local monthly mortgage servicing significantly surpasses the Australian baseline of $1,863, and weekly rents track substantially above the $375 national mark.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Thornleigh counted 2,970 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,131 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 47% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the overwhelming majority of homes at 81.8%, led by couples with children at 46.8%, followed by couples without children at 22.4%, and single parent households at 11.4%. The remaining 18.2% comprises non-family arrangements, encompassing single-person homes at 16.2% and shared group households at 2.1%. The average household accommodates 2.9 people, exceeding the 2.7 benchmark observed across Greater Sydney.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
48.7% of adults in Thornleigh hold a university qualification, including 30.0% with a bachelor degree and 15.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 12.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 864 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,137 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 in the locality exceed broader state and national standards, with 48.7% of residents aged 15+ possessing a tertiary degree, compared against 32.2% across NSW and 30.4% nationwide. This notable academic profile supports strong engagement in professional and skilled sectors. Bachelor level degrees represent the most prevalent qualification at 30.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (15.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational training credentials account for 23.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificate courses (12.7%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 32.4% of the population actively enrolled in an educational institution.
This proportion includes 11.3% attending primary schools, 9.1% participating in secondary schooling, and 6.3% undertaking tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Thornleigh reaches 99 stops on 46 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An assessment of local transit networks identifies 99 active transit stops across the suburb, offering a combination of train and bus connectivity. These locations are connected by 46 unique transit routes that provide 2,955 passenger services every week. Local transit access is rated as excellent, with dwellings situated an average of 133 meters from their closest boarding point. Because the community is largely residential, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicle travel serving as the primary choice at 78%, followed by 13% utilizing rail transit. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 vehicles per residence, outpacing metropolitan averages.
Additionally, 55.3% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a metric influenced by prevailing COVID-19 settings. Transit route frequency averages 422 journeys daily across all available services, translating to roughly 29 weekly departures per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.9% of residents in Thornleigh report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 64.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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 across the community are strong, based on AreaSearch evaluations of mortality figures and illness prevalence, showing low rates of common conditions across every demographic cohort. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is high, encompassing roughly 65% of all residents (6,080 people). This exceeds the Greater Sydney baseline of 59.9% as well as the national proportion of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent reported illnesses, affecting 7.3 and 7.2% of the local population, respectively, while 72.9% of residents stated they were free from long-term health ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 track above typical standards. Those aged 65 and over represent 14.7% of the community (1,378 people), and health metrics within this senior cohort rank higher against national benchmarks than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.1% of Thornleigh residents were born overseas and 32.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 79% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.7%) and Australian (20.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is well established, with 37.1% of community members born abroad and 32.6% using a language other than English in their homes. Christianity forms the predominant religious affiliation, claimed by 51.0% of residents. The most noticeable variation is in Hinduism, which represents 4.5% of the local community, relative to 5.2% across the wider Greater Sydney region. Looking at parental birthplaces and ancestry, the three largest backgrounds represented across the community are English (21.7%), Australian (20.6%), and Other ancestries (11.1%). Distinct variations are also evident across other ethnic identities: individuals of Korean background make up 2.3% of the suburb (compared to 1.1% across the region), Lebanese ancestry stands at 2.6% (matching the regional 2.6%), and Russian ancestry comprises 0.5% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Thornleigh is 40. 24.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Age distributions closely mirror Greater Sydney across all primary demographic brackets, with the largest divergence spanning only 5.9 percentage points. AreaSearch places the median age at 40 as at August 2026, aligning with the 2021 Census result and sitting 3 years above the Greater Sydney median of 37 recorded at that time. Following the Census, the cohort of young to middle-aged adults (25 - 44) grew from 24.2% to an estimated 25.5%. Projections indicate that between now and 2041, residents aged 65 and over will drive nearly all net expansion, increasing by 408 people (30%) to reach a total of 1,787.
In contrast, youth cohorts and young to middle-aged adult brackets are expected to decrease over the same duration.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Thornleigh
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 4 months ago all 5 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 Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 82 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,898 at the 2021 Census → 9,379 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL13866). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.