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The median house price in Woollahra is $4.08m, with units at $1.68m. House values have moved 1.4% a year compounded over five years.
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Woollahra has an estimated 7,514 residents, up from 7,189 at the 2021 Census — a change of 325 people, or 4.5%. That puts 6,109 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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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census indicates that the suburb of Woollahra has an estimated population of 7,514 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 325 people (4.5%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 7,189 residents. The figure is derived from a resident population of 7,508 estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic data release from June 2025, alongside an additional 83 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. This population size represents a density of 6,108 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top 10% of all national areas evaluated by AreaSearch, which highlights the strong demand for local land.
The suburb of Woollahra grew by 4.5% since the census, tracking within 1.1 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (5.6%) and showing competitive underlying growth. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, contributing approximately 90.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for each SA2 area. For regions where these projections are unavailable, AreaSearch relies on SA2-level data from the NSW State Government published in 2022 with a 2021 baseline. Age-specific growth trends from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic patterns, growth is projected to align with the lower national quartile, with the area expected to add 163 residents by 2041 according to collective SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 2.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
43 new dwellings have been approved in Woollahra over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 1.2 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approvals allocated from wider statistical areas, the suburb of Woollahra averaged about 8 annual dwelling approvals, accumulating to an estimated 43 new residences over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 3 approvals have been documented. Since the population has contracted in recent years, the incoming housing stock has likely matched demand, providing buyers with options, while new constructions show an average value of $3,179,000, showing that developers are focusing on the high-end market with premium homes. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $2.4 million have been registered during this financial year, which highlights the residential nature of the locality.
In comparison to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Woollahra registers much lower levels of construction (60.0% below the regional per capita average). While building activity has increased recently, this constrained supply generally helps maintain demand and property values for existing residences. This building rate is also below the national average, reflecting a mature market and suggesting potential construction constraints. Recent building activity consists of 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on higher-density options offers more budget-friendly entry points and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. Notably, developers are constructing a higher proportion of detached houses than the current census distribution indicates (18.0% at Census), showing that demand for traditional family residences remains strong despite density trends. With roughly 682 people per approved dwelling, the suburb of Woollahra exhibits a highly mature property market. Based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, future projections indicate the suburb of Woollahra will add 157 residents by 2041. With ongoing construction rates, housing supply is projected to meet demand, which should benefit buyers and potentially support growth that exceeds current predictions.
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 Woollahra, worth an estimated $883 million. A further 93 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $11.1 billion. 33 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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 policies are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 36 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include Westfield Bondi Junction, Woollahra Station Activation, Woollahra Public School Redevelopment (Stage 2), and Woollahra Station Activation, with the primary projects outlined below.
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Westfield Bondi Junction
A major retail destination undergoing a staged redevelopment. Key phases include the transformation of Level 6 into a premium dining and entertainment hub, and the reconfiguration of Level 1 for a 2,500 sqm Virgin Active social wellness club and a new rebel rCX concept, which launched in mid-2025. Following a security review, the centre has upgraded its public safety and surveillance measures. It continues to be one of Sydney's most significant retail assets.
Woollahra Public School Upgrade
Ongoing upgrades and maintenance at Woollahra Public School as part of the NSW Government school infrastructure program, including LED lighting installations, cooler classrooms assessment, and the removal of a demountable building in September 2025.
Ode Double Bay
An iconic mixed-use development by award-winning developer Eterno Property Group (formerly Top Spring Australia) designed by architect Luigi Rosselli with interiors by Atelier Alwill. Features 15 boutique apartments and penthouses with expansive internal floor areas. Offers harbour views, dedicated concierge services, retail and dining downstairs, and customizable luxury finishes.
InterContinental Double Bay Redevelopment
A $1 billion transformation of the iconic InterContinental Hotel site into an eight-storey mixed-use landmark. Designed by Cox Architecture, the project involves the demolition of the existing hotel to deliver a boutique 39-room hotel, 29 luxury residences, high-end retail, dining, and 16 commercial office spaces. The development also includes a wellness centre and a bespoke cinema, aiming to revitalise the Double Bay village with a permeable street-level experience and a pedestrian walkway connecting to the beach.
Hakoah White City Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the former White City Tennis Club in Paddington into a major community sports and cultural precinct open to all. The $150 million project features a five-storey clubhouse with bar, dining and community spaces, nine tennis courts, a full-size football field with 276-seat grandstand, 25m heated outdoor pool, learn-to-swim pool, enclosed multi-use courts for basketball, futsal and events, a gym, wellness facilities, a 140-seat cafe, and underground parking. Builder Richard Crookes Constructions replaced Parkview Constructions after contract termination in May 2024.As of May 2026 construction is powering ahead with structural steel and concrete slabs progressing across multiple levels. A combined $32 million in additional Federal and NSW government funding was announced in March 2026 for infrastructure and security upgrades. Completion is targeted for April 2027.
Woollahra Station Activation
The NSW Government is completing the long-dormant Woollahra Station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs Line, originally partially built in the 1970s. The project involves a state-led rezoning of land within 800m of the new Woollahra Station and 400m of Edgecliff Station to facilitate approximately 10,000 new homes, including affordable housing. Site investigations began in January 2026 to assess ground conditions and existing structures. The station will provide an 8-minute commute to the Sydney CBD. A market notification for Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) process was issued in May 2026.Construction is slated to begin in 2027 with an operational date in 2029.
The Cambrian Paddington
The Cambrian is Paddingtons finest boutique development, positioned in the heart of the vibrant Oxford Street precinct, comprising luxury residential apartments and a curated retail precinct with a central courtyard oasis.
Woollahra Station Activation
Completion and activation of the partially built Woollahra railway station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs Line between Edgecliff and Bondi Junction. The project anchors the Edgecliff-Woollahra State Assessed Precinct rezoning to support 6,500 to 10,000 new homes, providing direct rail connections to the Sydney CBD. Construction is anticipated to commence in 2027 with target completion by 2029.
4,456 residents of Woollahra are employed, from a labour force of 4,574. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 72.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,793, about 90% 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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Based on AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data, the suburb of Woollahra has an exceptionally well-educated workforce, particularly in the technology industry, an unemployment rate of only 2.6%, and estimated employment growth of 1.7% over the last year. As of March 2026, there are 4,456 working residents, the local unemployment rate is 1.6% lower than the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is standard at 72.1% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that a high proportion of residents, 66.3%, worked from home, though this may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. The local workforce is heavily concentrated in professional & technical fields, at 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, construction employs only 4.0% of local workers, which is below the 8.6% recorded for Greater Sydney. Comparing the count of Census working residents against the local population suggests that many locals travel to other areas for work despite local jobs being available. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader statistical area show that the 12-month period experienced a 1.7% increase in employment alongside a 1.8% expansion of the labor force, which led to a 0.1 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. This differed from Greater Sydney, which recorded a 1.9% rise in employment, a 1.9% increase in the labor force, and a slight reduction in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context for future labor demand in the suburb of Woollahra. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Although overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely by sector. Applying these specific trends to the local industry mix suggests employment for the suburb of Woollahra could grow by 7.8% over five years and 15.3% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Woollahra is $3,013 a week (about $157,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,638 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $86,294 a year against an average of $217,455. The average runs 152% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that income levels in the suburb of Woollahra rank in the highest national percentile, with a median of $86,294 and an average of $217,455. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates point to approximately $95,200 (median) and $239,896 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Woollahra in the 97th to 98th national percentiles.
The largest income cohort comprises 40.2% of residents (3,020 people) earning in the $4000+ category, differing from regional patterns where the largest group, 30.9%, falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 range. This large concentration of high-income earners (50.3% earning above $3,000/week) demonstrates strong purchasing power in the suburb. High housing expenses consume 16.1% of local income, but strong overall earnings keep disposable income in the 96th percentile, and the local SEIFA income score is in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Woollahra had 2,988 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 18% detached houses and 51% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $670 a week and the median mortgage repayment $4,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 98% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling distribution in the suburb of Woollahra at the time of the latest Census consisted of 17.9% houses and 82.1% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, units, and alternative formats), compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metro Sydney. The home ownership rate of 37.3% in the suburb of Woollahra was higher than metro Sydney, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (25.8%) or rented (36.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $4,000, well above the metro Sydney average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent was $670, compared to $470 for metro Sydney.
Locally, mortgage costs are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Woollahra counted 2,988 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 77% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 59.9%, consisting of couples with children (23.1%), couples without children (27.4%), and single parents (8.2%). The remaining 40.1% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 33.6% and shared households accounting for 6.4%. The median household occupancy of 2.2 people is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
65.0% of adults in Woollahra hold a university qualification, including 42.4% with a bachelor degree and 19.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 6.8% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 904 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,187 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 in the suburb of Woollahra is significantly higher than broader measures, as 65.0% of residents aged 15+ have earned a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% across NSW. This high level of qualifications positions the local community well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 42.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (19.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%). Vocational training accounts for 15.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.7%) and certificates (6.8%). Student enrollment rates are high, with 27.6% of residents currently in study.
This includes 8.7% attending primary schools, 6.7% in secondary schools, and 6.6% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Woollahra reaches 32 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 10,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.7 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 data shows 32 active passenger stops operating in the suburb of Woollahra, consisting of bus services. These stops support 32 distinct routes, which generate 10,611 weekly passenger trips. Local transit accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 123 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the area; driving remains the primary travel method at 57%, followed by walking at 15% and train travel at 14%. Household vehicle ownership averages 0.7 cars per home, which is below the regional average.
Census data from 2021 shows that a high 66.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by pandemic conditions. Daily route schedules average 1,515 trips across the local network, which equals about 331 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.9% of residents in Woollahra report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 87% of areas nationally. 3.5% need daily assistance with core activities. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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 indicators in the suburb of Woollahra are highly positive, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic illness showing low rates of common health conditions across all demographics, while private health insurance rates are exceptionally high, covering about 112% of the population (8,438 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.4 and 6.3% of the community respectively, while 74.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 22.8% of the population (1,713 people), which is higher than the 15.5% average for Greater Sydney. Senior health outcomes are very strong, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.4% of Woollahra residents were born overseas and 15.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.6%) and Australian (18.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Woollahra shows a higher level of cultural diversity than most Australian local areas, with 15.8% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 34.4% born overseas. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.6% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 8.4% of residents, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%. English ancestry is the most common at 26.6% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 19.0%, followed by Australian ancestry at 18.6%, and Other ancestry at 10.8%, which is below the regional average of 16.0%.
Specific ethnic backgrounds show notable variation: Hungarian backgrounds represent 0.9% of the suburb of Woollahra (compared to 0.3% regionally), Polish backgrounds represent 1.5% (compared to 0.6%), and French backgrounds account for 1.1% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Woollahra is 41. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in the suburb of Woollahra is 41 years, which is higher than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 cohort is highly represented (9.3% locally compared to Greater Sydney), while 15 - 24 year-olds are less represented (10.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 demographic expanded from 15.9% to 17.4% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group grew from 9.0% to 10.2%, whereas the 65 to 74 demographic decreased from 11.0% to 8.6%. Age structure modeling indicates that the demographic profile will change by 2041, with the 85+ cohort projected to grow the most at 68%, adding 250 residents to reach 619.
This demographic shift is driven by residents aged 65 and older, who represent 86% of the projected growth, while population declines are expected in the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age ranges.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Woollahra
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 | Jun 2026 2 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 Jun 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 — 83 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,189 at the 2021 Census → 7,514 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 (SAL14422). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.