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The median house price in Villawood is $1.21m, with units at $594k. House values have moved 7.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Villawood has an estimated 7,893 residents, up from 7,051 at the 2021 Census — a change of 842 people, or 11.9%. Growth has averaged 2.2% a year over five years, faster than 77% of areas nationally. 182 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 76.0% of that increase. That puts 2,008 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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Analyzing ABS demographic updates for the wider region alongside newly verified addresses from AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Villawood has an estimated population of 7,893 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 842 people (11.9%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 7,051 residents. The calculation is based on a resident population of 7,874 estimated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 182 new addresses validated after the Census. The resulting density is 2,008 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio for nationwide locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 11.9% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, positioning the locality as a regional leader in population growth. Overseas migration was the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 76.0% of the overall population growth in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these expected demographic transformations, the suburb of Villawood is anticipated to achieve population growth exceeding the median of areas monitored by AreaSearch, adding 1,164 residents by 2041 and representing a 14.5% total increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
271 new dwellings have been approved in Villawood over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 56 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 48% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 185, 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 research into building approvals published by the ABS for the local area, the suburb of Villawood averages approximately 54 residential approvals annually, totaling 271 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 170 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. With an average of 3 new residents arriving per completed dwelling annually during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, resident demand is outpacing supply, typically driving up purchase prices and intensifying buyer competition, while new housing builds carry an average estimated construction cost of $345,000.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $11.8 million have been registered during this financial year, showing steady non-residential development. Recent residential construction consists of 48.0% standalone houses and 52.0% medium and high-density developments. This focus on compact options provides more affordable entry points, attracting downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear shift from the existing housing stock, where houses comprise 73.0% of properties, indicating a reduction in available greenfield land and reflecting changing lifestyle preferences and the demand for diverse, budget-friendly choices. The ratio stands at roughly 139 people per approved dwelling, pointing to a growing market. Looking forward, the suburb of Villawood is projected to add 1,145 residents by 2041, relative to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, the supply of new dwellings should easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially underpinning growth beyond the baseline projections.
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 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Villawood, worth an estimated $949 million. A further 48 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.23 billion. 9 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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 infrastructure updates, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Villawood Town Centre Redevelopment (Kinara Place), Chester Square Redevelopment, Condell Park High School Upgrade, and Chester Hill Station Upgrade.
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Villawood Town Centre Redevelopment (Kinara Place)
Major town centre urban renewal project in partnership with Homes NSW and Traders in Purple, delivering 350-400 new homes including 145 social apartments. The mixed-use development sits on a vacant 1.5 ha site and delivers over 3,000 sqm of dedicated public open space and approximately 5,000 sqm of retail, commercial and community space, including a supermarket, childcare facility, medical centre and community facilities. Stage 1 was approved in November 2023 and construction is now underway.The project is part of the NSW Government's broader social housing renewal program and includes an Aboriginal Participation In Construction Agreement with Homes NSW.
Chester Hill Station Upgrade
Transport for NSW Safe Accessible Transport program upgrading Chester Hill Station with a new lift, stairs, elevated concourse and walkway, upgraded canopies, accessible parking and kiss-and-ride, relocated taxi rank, upgraded bus interchange, accessible toilets, platform improvements, lighting, CCTV, bicycle parking and public domain enhancements. Construction remains underway with major rail possession works completed during 2026 ahead of planned completion in mid-2026.
Condell Park High School Upgrade
Major upgrade of Condell Park High School including 16 new classrooms with indoor and outdoor learning commons, new staff spaces, a new school hall and canteen with a multipurpose sport court, a relocated and extended staff car park, significant refurbishment of the existing administration space with a new secure entrance on Third Avenue, relocation and expansion of the support learning unit to 7 classrooms, refurbishment of all teaching spaces, and removal of all demountable classrooms.Construction is underway, with the steel structure for the new hall complete and roof installation in progress as of mid-2026; ground floor concrete works for the new classroom and administration building are also progressing. ADCO is the construction contractor and DJRD Architects is the project architect. Practical completion is targeted for Term 1 2027.
Villawood Place Mixed-Use Precinct (Stage 3 Expansion)
The Stage 3 Expansion of the Villawood Place Mixed-Use Precinct continues the major urban renewal of the Villawood town centre. It involves the integration of additional medium-density residential dwellings, expanded retail spaces including a supermarket, and a new civic plaza. The project is being delivered in coordination with wider regional growth strategies to address Western Sydney housing shortages while providing high-quality public open space and community facilities.
Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centre Upgrade
Modern library and community knowledge centre featuring expanded collection spaces, digital learning facilities, community meeting rooms, children's areas, technology hubs, and accessibility improvements to serve as a contemporary community focal point for learning and engagement.
Kinara Place (Stage 2 Villawood Town Centre)
Kinara Place is Stage 2 of the Villawood Town Centre redevelopment at 2-8 Kamira Avenue. Delivered in partnership by Traders in Purple and NSW Land and Housing Corporation, the mixed-use project includes 8-11 storey buildings featuring 222 residential apartments (including social housing), a supermarket, medical centre, child care facility, retail spaces, and a new 2,000sqm public park.
The Foundry Villawood
Completed mixed-use development by Deicorp featuring 228 apartments over three buildings with ground-floor retail and a childcare centre. The project was completed in 2024.
Woodville Gardens Estate
Boutique land subdivision by Landmark Developments delivering 58 new residential lots with completed civil works and registered titles, located directly opposite Villawood train station. The project appears to be completed with titles registered.
2,401 residents of Villawood are employed, from a labour force of 2,908. Unemployment sits at 17.4%, with participation at 45.8%. 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 9,065, about 115% 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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The suburb of Villawood has a skilled workforce with notable representation in industrial and manufacturing jobs, an unemployment rate of 17.4%, and an annual employment growth rate of 5.6% based on statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, working residents numbered 2,401, while the jobless rate was 13.3% higher than the 4.1% recorded in Greater Sydney, highlighting potential areas for labor market improvement. Workforce participation is also lower at 45.8% compared to 69.1% across the broader metropolitan area. Census records show that a moderate 25.0% of the workforce worked from home, though this may reflect pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, manufacturing, and transport, postal & warehousing. The local workforce is highly specialized in manufacturing, with its employment share reaching 2.3 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 4.1% of local workers compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. The ratio of 0.7 jobs for every resident at the Census indicates a higher-than-average volume of local employment options. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical area shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 5.6% while the labor force expanded by 5.9%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Sydney recorded employment and labor force growth rates of 1.9% and 1.9%, respectively, alongside a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on potential occupational demand in the suburb of Villawood. These five and ten-year projections have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trends vary by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents will increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that excludes local demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Villawood is $951 a week (about $49,000 a year), with median personal income at $435 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $34,595 a year against an average of $43,204. 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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Tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023, compiled by AreaSearch, indicates that the suburb of Villawood has an income level below the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $34,595, with the average income at $43,204, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $38,165 for the median and $47,663 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in the area rank between the 1st and 2nd percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket contains 26.6% of residents (2,099 individuals) earning $400 - 799 weekly, whereas the metropolitan average is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 30.9%. Financial constraints are common, with 43.9% of households living on weekly incomes under $800. Housing affordability constraints are prominent, with only 74.6% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 3rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Villawood had 2,000 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 73% detached houses and 18% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 61% rented and 16% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $210 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 22.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 52.6%. 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 data indicates that residential properties in the suburb of Villawood consist of 73.1% houses and 26.9% other dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across the Sydney metropolitan area. The home ownership rate is lower than the metropolitan average at 16.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (22.7%) or tenants (60.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 is lower than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent of $210 is below the metropolitan figure of $470.
Nationally, local mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Villawood counted 2,000 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,239 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 13% couples without children. 29% 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 68.9% of all local households, consisting of couples with children (34.3%), couples without children (12.8%), and single-parent households (20.0%). Non-family households account for the remaining 31.1%, with single-person households representing 28.7% and group households comprising 2.4% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 residents, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.2% of adults in Villawood hold a university qualification, including 14.6% with a bachelor degree and 4.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 18.2% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 768 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 965 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 suburb of Villawood faces educational challenges, as university qualification rates (20.2%) are below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This offers an opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 14.6% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational training is common, with 28.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (18.2%). School and tertiary participation is high, with 40.6% of local residents enrolled in an educational institution. This group includes 13.5% in primary schools, 11.7% in secondary schools, and 6.6% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Villawood reaches 99 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 2,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis identifies 99 active transport stops in the suburb of Villawood, including a combination of train and bus services. These stops are serviced by 18 routes, delivering 2,634 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is high, with residents living an average of 134 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a residential area, most workers travel out of the area for employment, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel at 86%, followed by trains at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per household. Approximately 25.0% of residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Services average 376 daily trips across all active transport routes, which equates to roughly 26 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.6% of residents in Villawood report no long-term health condition. 8.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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 challenges are present in the suburb of Villawood, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic illness rates across younger and older demographics. The level of private health insurance is low, with approximately 44% of residents (~3,482 people) holding coverage. This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 6.9% and 6.6% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 73.6% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Health indicators for working-age residents are typical.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 12.6% of the population (994 people), which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%, with national health rankings matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
53.9% of Villawood residents were born overseas and 72.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Lebanese (16.5%) and Vietnamese (14.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Villawood ranks among the most multicultural areas in Australia, with 53.9% of residents born overseas and 72.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Islam is the primary religion, practiced by 39.5% of residents, compared to 6.8% across the Greater Sydney region. Based on parental birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups are Other at 25.7% (compared to the regional average of 16.0%), Lebanese at 16.5% (compared to the regional average of 2.6%), and Vietnamese at 14.7% (compared to the regional average of 1.8%). Other demographic variations include Samoan ancestry at 0.8% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Chinese at 9.3% (compared to 8.4%), and Spanish at 0.5% (compared to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Villawood is 34, younger than 82% of areas nationally. 32.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in the suburb of Villawood is 34 years, which is younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 15 - 24 (17.0%) but fewer aged 35 - 44 (13.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 15.0% to 17.0%, while the 45 to 54 bracket decreased from 12.3% to 11.7%. Population projections for 2041 point to demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow by 18%, adding 223 residents to reach 1,447, while the 35 to 44 age cohort is expected to decrease by 11.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Villawood
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 11 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 182 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,051 at the 2021 Census → 7,893 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 (SAL14092). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.