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The median house price in Weston (NSW) is $713k, with units at $440k. House values have moved 7.2% a year compounded over five years.
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Weston (NSW) has an estimated 4,190 residents, up from 4,088 at the 2021 Census — a change of 102 people, or 2.5%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years, slower than 77% of areas nationally. That puts 769 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 investigations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Weston (NSW) has an estimated population of about 4,190 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 102 people (2.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 4,088 people. The variation is calculated from the resident population of 4,172, calculated by AreaSearch based on the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 11 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population scale represents a density ratio of 768 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with averages across locations analyzed by AreaSearch. Throughout the past decade, the suburb of Weston (NSW) has shown steady growth trends with a 1.1% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the Rest of NSW. Population growth in the locality was chiefly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 68.0% of total population gains in recent times, though all indicators including natural growth and overseas migration registered positive contributions. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch uses the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, published in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead to future population patterns, a substantial population rise in the top quartile of Australia's non-metropolitan regions is predicted, with the suburb of Weston (NSW) projected to grow by 1,439 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, showing a rise of 33.9% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
42 new dwellings have been approved in Weston (NSW) over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 2, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, Weston has averaged about 8 dwellings receiving development approval each year, totaling an estimated 42 homes over the past 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded. Based on an average of 3.3 new residents per year arriving per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply is substantially lagging demand, which generally means heightened buyer competition, leading to pricing pressures, while new homes are being built at an average value of $351,000.
There have also been $901,000 in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating the area's residential nature. In comparison to Rest of NSW, Weston exhibits considerably less development activity (80.0% below regional average per person). This restricted new construction typically bolsters demand and pricing for existing homes. This level of activity is similarly under the national average, indicating the area's established character and suggesting possible planning constraints. Recent construction consists of 78.0% standalone homes and 22.0% townhouses or apartments, retaining the area's low density character with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. This represents a clear shift from the area's existing housing (currently 96.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated count of 1044 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections show Weston adding 1,421 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.
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 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Weston (NSW), worth an estimated $1.71 billion. A further 44 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.9 billion. 17 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions have a primary influence on a region's performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. The primary developments list includes the Hunter Expressway (M15), the Hunter Power Project (Kurri Kurri Power Station), the Weston Commercial Centre Masterplan, and the Hunter Regional Plan 2041, with details provided below for the most relevant initiatives.
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Weston Public Preschool
A new public preschool is under construction at Weston Public School as part of the NSW Government's $769 million program to deliver 100 new public preschools co-located with public primary schools. Located in the southeast corner of the school, the preschool will feature two purpose-built rooms, an outdoor play area, and administration, amenities and staff facilities to accommodate up to 40 children per day. WMK Architecture designed the facility and Richard Crookes Constructions is the appointed builder.As of mid-2026, services reticulation throughout the school is complete and the building structure, including the roof, has been finished. Internal services installation is underway, window installation has begun, and external cladding is in progress. Internal linings will start once the building is watertight, with landscaping to follow. The preschool is on track to open for Day 1, Term 1, 2027.
Hunter Expressway (M15)
A 39.5 km controlled-access expressway linking the M1 Pacific Motorway near Seahampton/Cameron Park to the New England Highway near Branxton, bypassing Maitland and improving safety, connectivity and travel times across the Hunter region. Opened in March 2014 with an estimated cost of about AUD 1.7 billion.
Weston Bears Facility Upgrade
A multi-million dollar upgrade of Weston Bears Park, the home of Weston Bears Football Club, a Newcastle Premier League club founded in 1907. The project refurbished the existing grandstand into a new clubroom, canteen, office, and members' space, and delivered new team change rooms, referee facilities, a gym, and improved spectator amenities, along with a new car park and landscaping. Funded through the Australian Government's Growing Regions Program and Council's operational budget, the upgrade was officially unveiled in March 2026 and is intended to support the club's growth, including a new female football program.The venue has since hosted high-profile fixtures, including an Australia Cup match against A-League club Melbourne City FC.
Weston Commercial Centre Masterplan
A masterplan to revitalise the Weston commercial centre through public domain improvements, enhanced pedestrian and cyclist connectivity, traffic calming, park upgrades, street tree planting, and heritage preservation. The plan aims to attract private redevelopment and activate the public domain for community and commercial uses, and forms part of the broader Kurri Kurri District Strategy adopted by Cessnock City Council in March 2018.
Kurri Kurri Lateral Pipeline (KKLP) and Storage Project
The KKLP consists of a 21km gas transmission pipeline and a 24km larger diameter serpentine pipeline functioning as a storage reservoir. It connects the Hunter Power Project in Kurri Kurri to the Sydney to Newcastle pipeline. The A$450 million project completed construction and commenced commissioning in 2025.
Avery's Rise
Avery's Rise is an approximately 750-lot masterplanned residential estate at Heddon Greta in the Hunter region. The development continues to release new stages of serviced residential land and house-and-land packages. Recent Stage 5C and Stage 10 releases, together with ongoing home construction, indicate the estate remains under active development with supporting community infrastructure including the new Averys Rise Park.
Heddon Greta South Road and Drainage Improvements
Upgrades to road pavement and stormwater infrastructure across key streets to improve deteriorating road conditions and manage stormwater more effectively, reducing flooding risk. The project involves road pavement and stormwater improvements along Heddon Street and other roads in Heddon Greta.
Ravensfield Estate Farley
Ravensfield Estate is a 351-lot masterplanned residential development in Farley, located 7.5 kilometres from the Maitland CBD. Offering house and land packages with scenic views over Wentworth Wetlands, the community includes new playing fields, a sportsground, and easy access to Rutherford Shopping Centre and Hunter Valley amenities.
1,696 residents of Weston (NSW) are employed, from a labour force of 1,817. Unemployment sits at 6.7%, with participation at 55.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,383, about 81% 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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Weston features a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of 6.7%, and 0.5% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,696 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.6% above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation lags significantly (55.1% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%). Based on Census responses, a low 11.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area has particular employment specialization in mining, with an employment share of 2.6 times the regional level. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 1.1% of local workers, below Regional NSW's 5.3%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the year to March 2026, employment levels increased by 0.5% and labour force decreased by 0.7%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced employment decline of 0.9% and labour force decline of 0.4%, with a 0.5 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Weston. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Weston's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Weston (NSW) is $1,343 a week (about $70,000 a year), with median personal income at $635 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,532 a year against an average of $54,549. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023, resident earnings in Weston fall short of the national benchmark, showing a median value of $46,532 alongside an average figure of $54,549. This is below the Regional NSW median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $51,334 for the median and $60,178 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places Weston's household, family, and individual incomes between the 16th and 23rd percentiles across the country.
Income distribution analysis reveals that the weekly wage band of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 30.5% of the population (1,277 individuals), which aligns with the broader regional trend of 29.9% in the same category. Financial strain from housing costs is pronounced, leaving just 83.2% of income after housing expenses, placing the area in the 22nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Weston (NSW) had 1,457 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 1% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 23.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Analysis of housing structures in Weston during the latest Census showed that 95.9% of properties were standalone houses, while 4.1% comprised alternative options (semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or other housing categories), compared to Regional NSW where houses made up 82.6% and other dwellings accounted for 17.4%. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in Weston was lower than the regional average, standing at 33.3%, with the remaining properties being either mortgaged (41.0%) or occupied by tenants (25.7%). The median monthly cost for mortgage holders in the area was notably below the regional baseline at $1,517, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $320, compared to Regional NSW averages of $1,733 and $330 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Weston are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Weston (NSW) counted 1,457 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 22% 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 represent the vast majority of local households at 75.5%, which is split into couples with children at 29.4%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single parent families at 18.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.5%, consisting of lone person households at 22.4% and group living situations at 2.2%. The median household occupancy of 2.6 people is slightly larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
7.1% of adults in Weston (NSW) hold a university qualification, including 5.2% with a bachelor degree and 0.9% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 95% of areas nationally. A further 36.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 274 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 881 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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Local education outcomes show areas for improvement, with university graduation rates at 7.1%, which is far below the state average of 32.2%. This dynamic presents both a difficulty and a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 5.2%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.0% and postgraduate qualifications at 0.9%. Practical and technical skills are highly prevalent, with vocational credentials held by 43.4% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.2% and certificate qualifications at 36.2%. Enrollment rates in formal education are notably high, with 29.2% of residents currently studying.
This breakdown includes 11.1% of the community in primary school, 9.0% in secondary school, and 2.1% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Weston (NSW) reaches 38 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 310 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 transit analysis indicates there are 38 active transport stops operating within Weston, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected by 34 distinct transit routes, which provide a total of 308 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is considered excellent, with homes situated an average of 171 meters from the nearest stop. Because Weston is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary transit method for 97% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per home. A relatively low 11.9% of local workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns.
Transit service frequency averages 44 trips per day across all available routes, which represents approximately 8 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.1% of residents in Weston (NSW) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 93% of areas nationally. 8.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.2 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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Significant health issues are apparent in Weston based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which impact both younger and older demographics. Furthermore, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very low at roughly 49% of the population (~2,034 people). This is below the Regional NSW rate of 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%. The primary medical diagnoses reported by local residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 12.2% and 10.4% of the population respectively, while 60.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
The working-age cohort experiences substantial health difficulties, marked by elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.9% of the population (708 people), which is lower than the Regional NSW figure of 23.4%. Senior health metrics reveal some challenges, with national percentiles generally mirroring those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Weston (NSW) is largely Australian-born, at 94.8% of residents, with 1.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (34.5%) and English (32.3%). 8.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Weston shows lower levels of cultural diversity compared to broader averages, with citizens accounting for 92.3% of the community, 94.8% of residents born in Australia, and 98.1% of the household population speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 50.6% of the local population, compared to 55.9% recorded across Regional NSW. Regarding family heritage and parental birthplaces, the three largest ancestral groups in Weston are Australian at 34.5% of the population, English at 32.3%, and Australian Aboriginal at 8.0%. Some distinct differences emerge in other ethnic backgrounds, with Welsh ancestry overrepresented at 0.7% of the population compared to 0.5% across the region, Samoan ancestry at 0.2% compared to 0.1% regionally, and French ancestry matching the regional average at 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Weston (NSW) is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.2% 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 36 years in the suburb of Weston (NSW) is notably below the Regional NSW average of 43 and is also younger than the Australian median of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket is strongly represented at 15.1% compared to Regional NSW, while the 75 - 84 demographic is less common at 5.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 13.4% to 15.1% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age bracket has grown from 12.0% to 13.7%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 12.7% to 10.9%, and the 55 to 64 category has fallen from 11.7% to 10.4%. Long-term population projections to 2041 point to major demographic shifts in the suburb of Weston (NSW), led by the 35 to 44 age cohort, which is expected to expand by 50% (284 people), rising from 574 to 859.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Weston (NSW)
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 2 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 — 11 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,088 at the 2021 Census → 4,190 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 (SAL14279). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.