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The median house price in Wattle Grove (NSW) is $1.33m, with units at $1.10m. House values have moved 6.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Wattle Grove (NSW) has an estimated 8,939 residents, up from 8,886 at the 2021 Census. That puts 3,399 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's evaluation of broader regional ABS demographic updates alongside validated new addresses recorded since the Census, the suburb of Wattle Grove (NSW) has an estimated resident count of approximately 8,939 as of Aug 2026. Relative to the 2021 Census tally of 8,886 people, this represents an expansion of 53 people (0.6%). This adjustment stems from an estimated resident population of 8,903 established by AreaSearch following the ABS June 2025 ERP release, together with 4 validated new addresses added post-Census. Consequently, the local population density stands at 3,398 persons per square kilometer, positioning the area within the top quartile among nationally analyzed locations by AreaSearch.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 59.0% of recent net demographic additions. Projections generated by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 utilizing 2022 as a baseline are implemented by AreaSearch across SA2 locations, supplemented by 2022 NSW State Government SA2 figures (based on 2021) for areas lacking coverage. These combined datasets also supply age-cohort growth trajectories projected across all localities between 2032 and 2041. Based on these aggregated SA2 modeling trends, the suburb of Wattle Grove (NSW) is projected to experience a demographic expansion placing it just underneath the national statistical area median, gaining 514 persons by 2041, which corresponds to an aggregate rise of 5.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
62 new dwellings have been approved in Wattle Grove (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That is 1.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, 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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Analysis of ABS residential approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch indicates that Wattle Grove averages roughly 12 approved new dwellings per year. Over the preceding 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), around 62 dwellings gained approval, including 3 in FY-25 to date. Given recent demographic contractions, this building pace provides suitable supply for buyers, with newly approved homes recording an average construction value of $418,000, aligning with broader regional benchmarks. Additionally, non-residential building approvals totaled $725,000 during the current financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential focus of the locality. Residential development in Wattle Grove lags substantially behind Greater Sydney, sitting 83.0% below the regional average per capita.
Such constrained building volumes typically support valuation levels and demand for established dwellings. Furthermore, approval rates sit below the national benchmark, highlighting local maturity alongside potential zoning restrictions. Approved construction comprises 56.0% detached houses alongside 44.0% medium and high-density housing formats, reflecting an increasing variety of medium-density stock that introduces varied price points ranging from conventional family homes to smaller, budget-friendly options. This represents a noticeable shift from existing residential stock (where separate houses constitute 97.0%), responding to limited land supply as well as changing lifestyle and affordability criteria. With roughly 2969 people per dwelling approval, the local property landscape exhibits clear characteristics of an established, mature market. Demographic projections suggest Wattle Grove will add 478 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Current construction activity appears well-calibrated to satisfy these prospective housing needs, helping preserve balanced property market fundamentals devoid of acute pricing strains.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Wattle Grove (NSW)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Wattle Grove (NSW), worth an estimated $1.08 billion. A further 61 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $21.8 billion. 15 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and business parks & technology hubs. 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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Major infrastructure developments, planning schemes, and capital projects exert a decisive influence over localized property markets. AreaSearch has pinpointed 8 active initiatives likely to affect the surrounding district. Notable works include the M5 Motorway Westbound Traffic Upgrade, La Vie @ Casula, 599-601 Hume Highway Casula Multi-Dwelling Housing, and Holsworthy Local Centre Mixed-Use Development.
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La Vie @ Casula
4-storey residential apartment building comprising 19 apartments (mix of 1 and 2 bedroom units, including 3 affordable rental housing units) with basement parking, landscaped gardens, and community facilities. Located in an established residential area near Liverpool CBD and transport links.
Cambridge Avenue Glenfield Upgrade
Upgrade and duplication of Cambridge Avenue between Moorebank and Glenfield, including a new high-level bridge over the Georges River and rail corridor to replace the low-level causeway. The project aims to improve flood immunity, freight access to the Moorebank Logistics Park, and regional road connectivity. Transport for NSW is leading the strategic planning and corridor preservation in partnership with local and federal governments.
Moorebank Intermodal Precinct
Australia's largest intermodal logistics precinct, spanning 243 hectares and integrating global supply chains with a direct rail link to Port Botany. The precinct includes an operational IMEX terminal and a newly opened Interstate Terminal (April 2024). It features 850,000 sqm of state-of-the-art warehousing and sustainable infrastructure, including a 60MW rooftop solar array. Current 2025-2026 activity is focused on the Moorebank Avenue Realignment, a 3km four-lane road project, and the construction of various omnichannel fulfillment centers like the Kmart facility (MPW S4).
599-601 Hume Highway Casula Multi-Dwelling Housing
Development of multi-dwelling housing comprising 20 units with strata subdivision at 599-601 Hume Highway, Casula. Includes demolition of existing structures and tree removal. The development application DA-577/2024 was deemed refused, and an appeal is ongoing in the Land and Environment Court.
Hammondville Park Master Plan and Sports Field Upgrade (Stage 2)
The Hammondville Park Master Plan (Stage 2) involves a major overhaul of the leisure precinct to support regional sport. Key features include the delivery of a state-of-the-art synthetic football field, upgrades to natural turf cricket and AFL fields, a new multi-purpose amenities building with change rooms, and enhanced irrigation. The project also integrates improved pedestrian lighting, shared pathways, and playground upgrades to better serve the Hammondville and Wattle Grove communities.
Holsworthy Local Centre Mixed-Use Development
Proposed mixed-use precinct with residential buildings located above commercial and retail development. The project includes approximately 350 apartments and over 8,800sqm of shopping area at ground level, centered around a new public plaza.
M5 Motorway Westbound Traffic Upgrade
Upgrade of the M5 Motorway westbound carriageway between Moorebank Avenue and the Hume Highway to eliminate dangerous weaving and reduce traffic congestion. The project includes a new 300m long, three-lane bridge over the Georges River, the Southern Sydney Freight Line, and the T2 and T5 railway lines, alongside additional lanes, a new shared path for pedestrians and cyclists, and enhanced freight access from the Moorebank Intermodal Terminal.
Georges Cove Residences
Masterplanned riverside community by Mirvac featuring 179 homes including detached, semi-detached and terrace homes. Includes community green with playground, gym, pool, and BBQ facilities along Georges River.
6,071 residents of Wattle Grove (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 6,142. Unemployment sits at 1.2%, with participation at 88.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,791, about 76% 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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Wattle Grove boasts a highly skilled labor force where professional services are prominently featured, an unemployment rate of just 1.2%, and 4.9% in estimated employment growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 6,071 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 3.0% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (88.0% compared to Greater Sydney's 68.9%). Based on Census responses, a high 46.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Leading industry sectors employing local residents comprise public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The community shows a distinctive concentration in public administration & safety, where local representation is 2.5 times the wider regional baseline. In comparison, professional & technical occupations account for 8.2% of workers, trailing the regional share of 11.5%. Given its largely residential character, local job opportunities within the suburb remain relatively scarce when comparing resident workers against local workplace headcounts from the Census. Over the twelve months ending March 2026, analysis conducted by AreaSearch using SALM and ABS data revealed that employment rose by 4.9 percent while the labour force grew by 5.0 percent, resulting in a relatively stable unemployment rate. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney saw employment and labour force both increase by 1.9 percent, accompanied by a slight decline in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia provides national employment forecasts from Mar-26 that can help anticipate future demand in Wattle Grove. These projections span five and ten year periods and have been aligned with the local employment structure to estimate future growth trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6 percent over five years and by 13.7 percent over ten years, though sectoral growth rates vary considerably. When these industry-specific forecasts are applied to Wattle Grove's current employment composition, local employment is projected to rise by 6.5 percent over five years and by 13.4 percent over ten years. It is important to note that this calculation uses simple weighting for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Wattle Grove (NSW) is $2,459 a week (about $128,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,010 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,894 a year against an average of $69,604. 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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Aggregated postcode-level ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that the suburb of Wattle Grove had a taxpayer median income of $60,894 and an average income of $69,604. These figures sit slightly above the nationwide median and compare with respective Greater Sydney benchmarks of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023 brings estimated figures to approximately $67,178 (median) and $76,787 (average) as of March 2026. Findings from the 2021 Census demonstrate that local personal, family, and household earnings position the suburb between the 79th and 89th percentiles nationwide.
The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most prevalent, encompassing 37.8% of residents (3,378 people), comparable to the metropolitan proportion of 30.9%. Affluence is pronounced, with 37.3% earning above $3,000 per week, underpinning demand for quality services and retail. Housing commitments claim 15.1% of income, while solid earnings place residents in the 89th percentile for disposable income and the 8th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Wattle Grove (NSW) had 2,818 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 43% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month, a total housing cost higher than 87% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.6%. 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 findings indicate that the residential property composition in Wattle Grove was dominated by separate houses at 97.4%, while semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwellings accounted for 2.5%, contrasting with the Sydney metro split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stood at 26.6%, trailing the metropolitan average, with mortgaged properties comprising 43.4% and rental dwellings making up 30.0%. Typical monthly mortgage payments were $2,200, below the Sydney metro level of $2,427, while typical weekly rent was $500, compared to $470 across Sydney metro. When measured against nationwide figures, local monthly mortgage repayments substantially exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents track well above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Wattle Grove (NSW) counted 2,818 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 52% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 86.5% of all local households, divided between couples with children at 52.4%, couples without children at 20.6%, and single parent families at 12.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.5%, consisting of single-person households (12.6%) and group households (1.0%). The area records an average household size of 3.1 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.4% of adults in Wattle Grove (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 21.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 82% of areas nationally. A further 22.0% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,319 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,084 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 among local residents is exceptionally strong within the broader region, with tertiary degree holders (30.4% of persons aged 15+) outpacing the SA4 average of 21.4%. Bachelor degrees form the largest segment at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational training is similarly well represented, with 35.1% of residents aged 15+ possessing technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (22.0%). Educational enrollment across the area is substantial, with 31.9% of the resident population actively undertaking formal study. Primary schooling accounts for 11.7% of residents, secondary education encompasses 7.9%, and 5.8% are engaged in tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Wattle Grove (NSW) reaches 59 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 460 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 connectivity in Wattle Grove is provided by 59 active bus stops across the suburb. These stops are served by 18 individual bus routes running a combined 456 weekly passenger trips. Overall transport access is strong, with typical walking distances to the nearest stop averaging 150 meters. Due to the area's residential profile, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicles serving as the dominant mode for 88% of journeys, followed by rail travel at 7%. Vehicle ownership sits above the regional norm at 1.8 vehicles per dwelling. In addition, 46.5% of working residents carried out their roles from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Transit schedules provide an average frequency of 65 daily services across all operating routes, representing roughly 7 trips per week for each individual transit stop.
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75.6% of residents in Wattle Grove (NSW) report no long-term health condition. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics in Wattle Grove track favorably according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic health conditions, showing reduced incidence across younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by approximately 54% of the population (~4,867 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Asthma and mental health disorders represent the most frequently reported medical conditions locally, diagnosed in 7.4% and 6.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 75.6% of residents reported being entirely free of medical conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age cohorts display strong general wellness with minimal chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over represent 10.7% of the community (956 people), below the Greater Sydney proportion of 15.5%, with local senior health outcomes rating above average and aligning with national baselines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.9% of Wattle Grove (NSW) residents were born overseas and 32.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (23.1%) and English (18.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Wattle Grove exceeds that of most comparable communities, with overseas-born individuals representing 30.9% of residents and 32.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity constitutes the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 62.3% of the population, compared to 49.2% recorded across Greater Sydney. Looking at parental country of birth, the primary ancestries in Wattle Grove are Australian at 23.1% (surpassing the regional benchmark of 17.8%), English at 18.6%, and Other at 15.4%. Other ancestral backgrounds show notable local variations, including Lebanese at 2.1% (compared to 2.6% regionally), Macedonian at 1.2% (against 0.4%), and Spanish at 0.7% (relative to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Wattle Grove (NSW) is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 27.1% 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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Wattle Grove is an established community characterized by family households rather than recent development. Children and young people aged 0 - 24 represent 34.7% of the population as at August 2026, relative to 30.4% across Greater Sydney, whereas seniors and retirees aged 65+ make up 10.7%, compared to a regional share of 15.5%. AreaSearch estimates a median age of 35 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 2 years below the Greater Sydney Census median of 37. The most pronounced demographic change since the Census has occurred in the 65+ cohort, expanding from 9.4% to an estimated 10.7%.
This senior segment is projected to generate the largest absolute gain by 2041, increasing by 381 (40%) to reach 1,337. Conversely, cohorts covering children, youth, and young to middle-aged adults are anticipated to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wattle Grove (NSW)
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 | Sep 2026 last month all 4 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 Sep 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 — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,886 at the 2021 Census → 8,939 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 (SAL14210). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.