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The median house price in Winston Hills is $1.71m, with units at $1.01m. House values have moved 4.5% a year compounded over five years.
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Winston Hills has an estimated 12,153 residents, up from 12,123 at the 2021 Census. That puts 2,569 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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Winston Hills's population is estimated at around 12,153 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region and validated new addresses since the Census. Compared to the 2021 Census population of 12,123 people, this represents a growth of 30 people (0.2%). The shift is calculated from the resident population of 12,144, which AreaSearch estimated using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an additional 11 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,569 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Winston Hills in the top quartile of national areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 82.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch adopts the projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions where this data is unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. The age group growth rates from these datasets are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic trends, the suburb of Winston Hills is anticipated to experience population expansion slightly below the national median, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating an increase of 1,171 persons by 2041, which represents a total rise of 9.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
170 new dwellings have been approved in Winston Hills over the past five years, an average of 34 a year. That is 2.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 76% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 29, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch's review of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas, Winston Hills averages approximately 34 new home approvals annually. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), an estimated 170 dwellings were approved, with 27 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. As the population has trended downward lately, this new supply has likely matched local demand, offering options for buyers. The average value of these new builds is $570,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end, premium market. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $2.2 million this financial year, pointing to a market that is overwhelmingly residential.
Winston Hills experiences low building activity compared to Greater Sydney, tracking 61.0% below the regional average per capita. This limited volume of new construction typically sustains demand and prices for established properties. Activity is also lower than national benchmarks, indicating a mature market that may have geographic or zoning limitations. Standalone houses make up 76.0% of new residential approvals, while townhouses or apartments account for 24.0%, reinforcing a suburban character characterized by spacious family dwellings. With roughly 412 people for every dwelling approved, the local market is highly established. Future projections indicate that Winston Hills will add 1,162 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Residential development is tracking reasonably well with this projected population growth, though home buyers may face tougher competition as the population rises.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Winston Hills, worth an estimated $31 million. A further 86 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $35.7 billion. 20 are already under construction and 36 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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, planning schemes, and major developments can significantly influence the performance of a property market. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects that are expected to impact the local area. Some of the key developments include the Northmead Public School Upgrade, the Max Ruddock Reserve Amenities Building and Viewing Platform, Stream Northmead, and the Winston Hills Mall Food Court Renovation, with details on the most relevant initiatives provided below.
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Winston Hills Mall Food Court Renovation
A $2.6 million revitalisation of the food court and atrium at Winston Hills Mall. The project, designed by CODE Design, transformed the space into a modern, light-filled precinct inspired by the Hills District bushland and the area's heritage as Model Farm. Features include a 60 percent increase in seating capacity, sustainable materials, rich textures, and a custom-designed Atrium. Following the opening of Stage 1 in October 2025, final aesthetic enhancements, custom furniture, and greenery installations were finished in early 2026.The food court features vendors such as Banh Mi & Co, Fried Brothers, and Thai Society.
Max Ruddock Reserve Amenities Building and Viewing Platform
Construction is progressing on a new double-storey amenities building and viewing platform at Max Ruddock Reserve. The project replaces the ageing sports amenities with accessible toilets and change rooms, storage, office space, a kiosk, field-level spectator areas, improved accessible connections and a roof terrace viewing platform. Council's February 2026 update reported completion of the first-floor slab, blockwork, load-bearing walls, concrete stairs and seating, with internal works scheduled to follow. Completion is anticipated in mid-2027, weather permitting.
25-27 Reynolds Street Old Toongabbie
Low-rise residential apartment development comprising 12 dwellings across a 2-storey building in Old Toongabbie. The project is designed by JS Architects and approved by the City of Parramatta Council. The site spans approximately 2,535 square metres (R3 zoned), providing 27 car spaces. The development remains in pre-construction phase as of early 2025, with no confirmed completion date.
Northmead Public School Upgrade
Upgrade to Northmead Public School replacing ageing demountable classrooms with permanent facilities. The project has delivered four new permanent classrooms, two special program rooms, a learning commons and multipurpose space, plus refurbished administration and staff areas in Building A. New classrooms opened to students in Term 1 2026, with remaining refurbishment, landscaping and demountable removal works continuing toward mid-2026 completion.
Civic Link Pendle Hill
A new pedestrian and cycle link connecting Joyce Street Park through to Pendle Hill Station, forming a key active transport connection within the Pendle Hill Town Centre. The project includes realignment of a pedestrian crossing at Joyce Street and roundabout modifications at Purdie Lane, as well as upgrades to Joyce Street Park including improved seating, paving, landscaping, a bubbler and smart city integration. The link is a component of the Pendle Hill Public Domain Plan adopted by Cumberland Council in 2023, which revitalises the local centre by improving walkability and cycling permeability.The pedestrian crossing realignment was before the Cumberland Traffic Committee in April 2025.
Arthur Phillip Park Master Plan
City of Parramatta's adopted master plan for Arthur Phillip Park guides staged upgrades to transition the Northmead open space into a district-level recreation park. Stage 1 has delivered an upgraded district playground with inclusive play, picnic and BBQ areas, fitness equipment, pathways, lighting, landscaping and seating. Future Stage 2 works are planned from 2025 onwards subject to funding and include a water play facility, sports field upgrades and improved connectivity and parking.
2-4 Old Northern Road Mixed-Use Development
An approved 8-storey mixed-use development comprising 44 residential apartments across levels 2-7, ground floor and level 1 retail and commercial tenancies, and 4 levels of basement car parking providing 137 spaces. The 29-metre mid-rise building includes outdoor entertaining areas and a rooftop terrace. A Section 4.55(2) modification to the original development approval (DA 2332/2018/HA) was lodged with The Hills Shire Council in December 2019. The project remains in pre-construction as of 2026.
12-14 Hill Street Mixed Use Development
A 6-storey shop top housing development in Baulkham Hills comprising three commercial tenancies (347.62 sq m) and 31 residential apartments (3x1 bedroom, 23x2 bedroom, 5x3 bedroom). The exterior features face brick, sandstone and exposed concrete feature walls with aluminium pergola structure and sliding horizontal/vertical privacy screens. Includes 3 levels of basement parking for 74 vehicles (13 commercial, 48 residential, 13 visitor spaces) and 213.39 sq m of deep soil landscaping. A Construction Certificate was issued in February 2025 for Stage 1 foundation works including site establishment, bulk excavation, shoring, piling, capping, basement drainage, and concrete structural elements up to and including the ground floor slab.
7,048 residents of Winston Hills are employed, from a labour force of 7,161. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 72.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 10,086, about 83% 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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According to AreaSearch's compiled data for the statistical area, Winston Hills has a highly educated workforce, a prominent professional services sector, a low unemployment rate of 1.6%, and an estimated annual employment growth of 3.5%. As of March 2026, there are 7,048 residents employed. The local unemployment rate sits 2.5% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is 72.9%, which is slightly higher than the Greater Sydney rate of 69.1%. Census data indicates that 53.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure likely reflects the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The representation in education & training is notably strong, tracking at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing is underrepresented, accounting for 3.1% of employment compared to the regional average of 5.3%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this largely residential area offers few local jobs. AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical area reveals that employment grew by 3.5% and the labor force grew by 3.3% over the 12-month period, leading to a 0.2 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9%, labor force growth of 1.9%, and a marginal decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide a broader outlook for potential future demand in Winston Hills. These five-year and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local workforce profile to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment in Winston Hills would increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Winston Hills is $2,309 a week (about $120,000 a year), with median personal income at $907 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,941 a year against an average of $77,209. 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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Based on ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in Winston Hills earn a very high level of income compared to the rest of the nation. The median taxpayer income is $58,941 and the average taxpayer income is $77,209, compared to the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Applying a 10.32% Wage Price Index increase since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $65,024 for the median and $85,177 for the average. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in the area are high, ranking between the 68th and 83rd percentiles nationwide.
The weekly income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 27.6% of residents (3,354 people), which is similar to the regional rate of 30.9%. Affluence is prominent, with 38.1% of households earning more than $3,000 per week, which helps support higher-end retail and services. Although housing costs take up 15.3% of income, strong earnings keep disposable income at the 83rd percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Winston Hills had 4,118 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 7% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 13% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $530 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,681 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.8%. 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 stock in Winston Hills is made up of 88.1% standalone houses and 12.0% other dwelling types such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative options, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership is high at 41.1%, while the remaining occupied properties are either mortgaged (45.5%) or rented (13.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,681 is higher than the Sydney metropolitan median of $2,427. Similarly, the median weekly rent is $530, compared to the metropolitan median of $470. On a national level, housing costs are high; local mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Winston Hills counted 4,118 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 90% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 80.4%, consisting of couples with children (45.9%), couples without children (24.9%), and single parent families (9.2%). Non-family households account for the remaining 19.6%, with lone person households representing 18.4% and group households making up 1.2%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.2% of adults in Winston Hills hold a university qualification, including 23.6% with a bachelor degree and 8.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 19.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,362 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,100 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The region shows lower rates of university attainment, with 35.2% of residents holding a tertiary qualification compared to the SA3 average of 50.2%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among residents, bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 31.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (19.3%). Enrollment in education is high, with 29.5% of the population participating in formal study.
Of those studying, 10.9% are in primary school, 8.3% are in high school, and 5.0% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Winston Hills reaches 97 stops on 65 routes, timetabled for about 6,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport reveals that Winston Hills is served by 97 active stops, consisting of bus services. These stops support 65 routes that run a total of 6,014 passenger trips each week. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 156 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the area; private cars are the main mode of transport for 87% of commuters, while 5% use buses. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 53.8%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 859 trips each day, which translates to roughly 62 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.8% of residents in Winston Hills report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, Winston Hills has favorable health statistics. While common health conditions have a low prevalence in the overall population, they are more frequent among older, vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of residents (~6,978 people) having cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney. Arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 7.7% and 6.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 70.8% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
The working-age population is generally healthy with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.5% of the local population (2,491 people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 15.5%, though this cohort ranks lower nationally compared to the overall population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.3% of Winston Hills residents were born overseas and 29.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (21.6%) and English (20.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Winston Hills has higher levels of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 30.3% of the population born outside of Australia and 29.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 63.2% of the population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. Regarding parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries are Australian at 21.6%, English at 20.6%, and Other at 11.3%. There are also differences in the representation of other backgrounds compared to regional figures: Lebanese ancestry is represented at 4.8% (compared to 2.6% regionally), Korean at 1.6% (compared to 1.1%), and Maltese at 1.3% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Winston Hills is 41. 21.4% 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 41 years in the suburb of Winston Hills is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 age bracket is overrepresented at 8.6% compared to the Greater Sydney average, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 8.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 10.9% to 13.3%. In contrast, the 35 to 44 age cohort fell from 15.4% to 14.1%, and the 0 to 4 age bracket decreased from 6.2% to 5.0%.
Demographic projections indicate the age profile will change by 2041, with the 85+ bracket expected to grow by 94%, adding 378 residents to reach 780. This aging trend is also reflected in the fact that residents aged 65 and older represent 55% of the projected growth, while declines are expected in the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Winston Hills
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago 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 Apr 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 (12,123 at the 2021 Census → 12,153 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 (SAL14353). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.