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The median house price in Waitara is $2.53m, with units at $785k. House values have moved 3.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Waitara has an estimated 8,359 residents, up from 7,837 at the 2021 Census — a change of 522 people, or 6.7%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 143 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 11,296 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch utilizing ABS figures and recent address validations place the population of the suburb of Waitara at roughly 8,359 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 522 people (6.7%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 7,837 individuals. The calculation relies on an AreaSearch resident estimate of 8,354, based on the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 143 validated new addresses added since the Census. With a density of 11,295 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks in the top 10% of areas evaluated by AreaSearch, highlighting the high demand for local land.
The suburb of Waitara outperformed both its SA3 (4.5%) and SA4 regions in growth, securing a leading position. Overseas migration functioned as the principal catalyst for these population additions. Projections for each SA2 zone published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline by the ABS and Geoscience Australia are adopted by AreaSearch, supplemented by NSW Government 2022 projections based on 2021 data where needed. Growth projections by age bracket from these datasets are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Future expectations point to above-median growth, with the suburb of Waitara forecast to add 1,122 residents by 2041 according to collective SA2 data, registering a 13.4% rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
74 new dwellings have been approved in Waitara over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 1.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 163, 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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ABS building approval statistics processed by AreaSearch indicate that Waitara averages approximately 14 approved homes annually, totaling an estimated 74 residential approvals over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 150 in the current FY-26 period. Because 8.3 new residents have been added for each completed home during the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, construction is failing to keep pace with demand, driving up buyer rivalry and pricing. New construction projects carry a mean estimated cost of $762,000, signaling a developer preference for high-end residential options.
Furthermore, local business activity is highlighted by $32.7 million in commercial development approvals registered this financial year. Building activity per person in Waitara stands at roughly 68% of the Greater Sydney average, positioning the area in the 9th percentile across Australia, which limits choices for buyers and boosts demand for existing housing stock. This rate falls short of the national benchmark, pointing to the mature state of the suburb and potential planning constraints. Residential projects are split between 44.0% detached homes and 56.0% attached dwellings, offering entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. However, builders are focusing more on detached properties than the historical mix of 9.0% at the Census would suggest, responding to family home demand despite overall densification. The area has approximately 1852 people per dwelling approval, showing a mature market. Demographic projections indicate that Waitara will add 1,117 residents by 2041, based on recent quarterly evaluations from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current level, residential supply may not match this expansion, likely heightening market competition and supporting price rises.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Waitara
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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 Waitara, worth an estimated $800 million. A further 46 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $46.3 billion. 5 are already under construction and 10 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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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and planning schemes significantly shape property performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 key projects poised to impact the area, with the most relevant including Twin Towers Hornsby, Eastwood Gardens (Waitara), Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan and TOD Rezoning, and Linea Apartments (94-98 George Street).
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Eastwood Gardens (Waitara)
Eastwood Gardens (Waitara) is a proposed three-tower residential apartment project opposite Waitara Station, originally promoted by Toplace with around 300 dwellings, retail space and a landscaped podium over basement parking.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} As at late 2025, the existing low-rise apartments at 5 Park Avenue and 19-21 Waitara Avenue remain in place and continue to be sold and leased under their established building profiles, indicating that demolition and construction for the Eastwood Gardens scheme have not commenced.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} The site forms part of a broader high-density residential precinct around Mark Taylor Oval that has been planned for multi-unit housing in Hornsby Shire.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} On this basis the project is best treated as a major apartment development within the Residential Development category and the Apartment Developments sub-category.:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} Toplace Pty Ltd entered voluntary administration in 2023 and remains under external control, so any future delivery of the Eastwood Gardens concept is uncertain and likely dependent on a new proponent or restructuring outcome.:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
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.
Linea Apartments (94-98 George Street)
DA-approved mixed-use project within Hornsby town centre: demolition of existing structures and construction of a 13-14 storey building comprising approx. 76 residential units above three levels of commercial floorspace, with recent Section 4.55 modifications lodged in 2025.
Hornsby Park - from quarry to parklands
Transformation of the 60-hectare former Hornsby Quarry site into a major regional parkland. The project is being delivered in stages, with the Crusher Plant Precinct, Southern Lookout, and Heritage Steps opening in March 2026. Current works focus on the Old Mans Valley Field of Play, featuring a multi-purpose sporting field, bike pump and jump tracks, and new community facilities to support the growing population near the Hornsby Town Centre.
Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan and TOD Rezoning
Council's adopted Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan has been implemented through the NSW Government's Hornsby Transport Oriented Development rezoning, which came into effect on 27 November 2024. The rezoning provides capacity for over 6,000 new homes, about 2,900 jobs, affordable housing contributions, new and upgraded open space, a new library, community centre, cultural and creative facilities, better walking and cycling links, and provisions for a new bus interchange. Development applications can now be lodged and assessed under the new planning controls.
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.
Westfield Hornsby Transport Oriented Development
A major mixed-use redevelopment of Westfield Hornsby within the NSW Government's Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precinct. Following finalised state-led rezoning, the project allows for approximately 6,000 new dwellings across multiple high-rise residential towers (reaching up to 53 storeys), alongside expanded retail, commercial spaces, and 2,900 new jobs. Key infrastructure includes a new public library, a Town Square, a new pedestrian overpass at Hornsby Station, and upgraded open spaces like Burdett Street Park.
Braeside Street Road Upgrade
Ku-ring-gai Council is preparing the first stage of upgrades to Braeside Street in Wahroonga (between Eastern Road and Westbrook Avenue). Works include new drainage infrastructure, kerb and gutter construction, pavement rehabilitation and targeted tree management with replanting. The first construction phase is scheduled for early 2026, subject to environmental approvals and Council tendering.
4,339 residents of Waitara are employed, from a labour force of 4,579. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 66.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,895, 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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Waitara is home to a highly qualified labor force with strong representation in technology fields, showing a 5.3% unemployment rate and 2.4% employment expansion over the prior year, based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,339, with unemployment sitting 1.1% higher than the Greater Sydney benchmark of 4.1%, and participation slightly trailing at 66.8% versus 69.1% regionally. Census records show 56.4% of employees worked from home, though pandemic restrictions influenced these figures. Local workers are primarily employed in professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance fields.
The professional & technical sector is highly concentrated, with a share 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, construction accounts for only 3.5% of local employment, compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. Comparing the Census working population against resident numbers indicates that local employment opportunities are limited in this mostly residential suburb. Based on AreaSearch reviews of SALM and ABS statistics for broader zones, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment expand by 2.4% and the labor force rise by 1.1%, leading to a 1.2 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 1.9%, the labor force increased by 1.9%, and unemployment had a minor decrease. National projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on employment trends mapped to the local profile. Across the nation, jobs are projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with wide variation among industries. Applying these sector trends suggests local employment could rise by 7.8% over five years and 15.5% over ten years based on a simple weighted extrapolation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Waitara is $2,106 a week (about $110,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,055 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $64,174 a year against an average of $93,471. The average runs 46% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that taxpayers in Waitara earned a median income of $64,174 and an average income of $93,471. These figures are elevated on a national scale, comparing to $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in a Wage Price Index lift of 10.32% since financial year 2023, March 2026 estimates suggest earnings have reached approximately $70,797 for the median and $103,117 for the average. Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in the 72nd to 83rd percentiles across the country.
The weekly earnings range of $1,500 - 2,999 accounts for 36.2% of the local population (3,025 individuals), matching the regional pattern of 30.9%. Residential costs account for 19.1% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income in the 67th percentile, with the SEIFA income metric sitting in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Waitara had 3,088 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 9% detached houses and 89% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $490 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.3% 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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According to the latest Census, the housing composition of Waitara consists of 8.8% detached houses and 91.2% alternative dwellings like apartments and semi-detached properties, contrasting with the Greater Sydney breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The local home ownership rate of 18.9% lags the metropolitan average, with the remaining residences occupied under a mortgage (29.8%) or rented (51.3%). The median monthly mortgage cost was $2,200, which is below the metropolitan median of $2,427, whereas the median weekly rent of $490 sat above the Sydney average of $470. On a national scale, mortgage payments are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rental costs exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Waitara counted 3,088 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,294 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise 70.4% of the household structure, consisting of couples with children at 37.2%, couples without children at 22.3%, and single parent households at 9.6%. The remaining 29.6% are non-family households, including lone persons at 27.1% and group houses at 2.4%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
62.8% of adults in Waitara hold a university qualification, including 37.4% with a bachelor degree and 22.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 8.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 350 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,147 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 outcomes in Waitara are highly elevated, with 62.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to national and state rates of 30.4% and 32.2%. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services. Bachelor degrees make up 37.4% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate study at 22.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational education accounts for 18.5% of qualifications among those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (8.5%). Enrolment in education is strong, with 30.4% of the population engaged in study. This includes 12.3% attending primary school, 5.4% in tertiary institutions, and 4.3% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Waitara reaches 14 stops on 23 routes, timetabled for about 5,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.4 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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Public transport services in the suburb of Waitara feature 14 active stops, including train and bus facilities. These are serviced by 23 routes delivering 5,067 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 168 meters from their nearest stop. Commuters mostly travel out of the suburb, with cars being the primary mode at 56%, followed by trains at 28% and walking at 10%. Vehicles per household average 0.4, which is below the metropolitan standard. A high 56.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic dynamics.
Services average 723 trips daily across the network, which translates to roughly 361 weekly journeys for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
81.4% of residents in Waitara report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 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 profiles for Waitara reveal excellent outcomes based on AreaSearch metrics for mortality and chronic illness, showing low rates of illness across all demographics. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 64% of the population (5,332 people) holding policies, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 4.6 and 4.4% of residents, respectively. A high 81.4% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Residents aged 65 and older make up 15.8% of the community (1,320 people), with senior health metrics tracking closely with the broader positive trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
67.3% of Waitara residents were born overseas and 67.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 98% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (22.6%) and Indian (15.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Waitara ranks among the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 67.9% of residents using a language other than English at home and 67.3% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 31.9%. Hinduism shows the most significant variation from the regional norm, accounting for 20.7% of the population compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. Regarding parental country of birth, the main ancestral groups are Chinese at 22.6% (above the regional average of 8.4%), Other at 19.8%, and Indian at 15.0% (above the regional average of 3.6%).
Other groups showing differences from regional figures include Korean at 4.3% (versus 1.1% regionally), Russian at 0.8% (versus 0.4%), and Filipino at 3.8% (versus 2.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Waitara is 37. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 22.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 37 in the suburb of Waitara matches the Greater Sydney median of 37 and is close to the national figure of 38. The 35 - 44 age bracket has strong representation at 23.9%, well above the national share of 14.3%, while the 15 - 24 group is smaller at 8.0%. Since 2021, the median age has risen by 1.4 years from 36 to 37, signaling an older population. Notable shifts include the 75 to 84 group growing from 4.2% to 6.0% and the 15 to 24 cohort rising from 6.3% to 8.0%.
Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 cohort fell from 26.0% to 23.9%, and the 0 to 4 group decreased from 7.7% to 5.8%. Projections to 2041 indicate the 75 to 84 cohort will expand by 72% (363 people), rising from 501 to 865. Seniors aged 65+ will account for 54% of overall population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts will contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Waitara
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 | Dec 2025 8 months ago 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 Dec 2025. | ||
| 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 — 143 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,837 at the 2021 Census → 8,359 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 (SAL14104). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.