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Hazelmere - Guildford has an estimated 7,668 residents, up from 5,408 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,260 people, or 41.8%. Growth has averaged 7.9% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 704 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 64.5% of that increase. That puts 453 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident population of Hazelmere - Guildford stands at approximately 7,668 as of Aug 2026. This represents a rise of 2,260 people (41.8%) from the 5,408 people counted in the 2021 Census. Such expansion is calculated utilizing the ABS estimated resident population figure of 7,590 as of June 2025 alongside 704 validated new addresses added following the Census date. With a density of 453 persons per square kilometer, the locality affords substantial open space for its community and capacity for additional residential projects. Outpacing both the state and the national benchmark of 9.5%, Hazelmere - Guildford's 41.8% expansion since the 2021 census positions it at the forefront of regional growth.
Net interstate arrivals served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 64.5% of overall population increases over recent periods, though overseas migration and natural growth likewise generated positive contributions. Demographic modelling from AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 (anchored to 2022). For locations missing this coverage, and when calculating post-2032 trajectory, cohort-specific growth rates from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (utilising 2022 figures) are applied. Forward-looking indicators position the district within the top quartile of Australian statistical territories, projecting an addition of 2,151 persons through to 2041 relative to latest annual ERP population numbers, which equates to an overall 16-year increase of 27.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
864 new dwellings have been approved in Hazelmere - Guildford over the past five years, an average of 172 a year. That places the area in the 97th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 22 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 173 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 99% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Planning authorisations in Hazelmere - Guildford have run at roughly 172 dwellings per year, totalling 864 homes approved across the previous 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over these past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), an average of 2.8 people arrived annually for each new residence built, demonstrating robust buyer interest conducive to sustaining asset values, with construction costs averaging $411,000 per dwelling. Furthermore, the present financial year has seen $36.6 million in commercial development approvals recorded, underscoring substantial non-residential building momentum. On a per-capita basis, Hazelmere - Guildford records a building volume 130.0% higher than Greater Perth, expanding selection for prospective purchasers.
This margin is even more pronounced when contrasted with the country as a whole, pointing to high developer commitment in the submarket. Separate houses comprise 99.0% of recently approved building activity compared to 1.0% attached dwellings, preserving the low-density, family-oriented neighborhood profile that attracts space-seeking households. A metric of roughly 39 people per dwelling approval reflects the standard dynamics of an expanding urban corridor. According to the most recent quarterly calculation from AreaSearch, Hazelmere - Guildford is slated to gain 2,073 residents by 2041. At current building rates, incoming residential stock appears well-calibrated to satisfy tenant and purchaser demand, fostering advantageous market conditions and potentially facilitating demographic expansion ahead of current expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Hazelmere - Guildford, worth an estimated $742 million. A further 49 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.64 billion. 14 are already under construction and 27 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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Capital investments, planning schemes, and major civic projects exert a defining influence on neighborhood outcomes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 26 significant developments underway or planned with the potential to shape the surrounding district. Prominent undertakings among these include the Hazelmere Interchange, the Forrestfield / High Wycombe Industrial Area, the METRONET East High Wycombe Precinct Social Housing Component, and the Lot 912 Bushmead Residential Development, with key projects highlighted below.
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Bushmead Estate by Cedar Woods
Bushmead is Perth's newest suburb and a masterplanned residential community set amongst 185 hectares of retained native bushland, located approximately 16km north-east of the Perth CBD within the City of Swan. Developed by Cedar Woods on the former Bushmead Rifle Range site, the estate comprises approximately 794 residential lots across house and land packages, two-storey townhomes and bush front blocks, with three display villages and over 6km of walking trails. Bushmead holds UDIA 5-Leaf EnviroDevelopment Accreditation for its sustainability outcomes, including tree retention, revegetation and Waterwise design.As of mid-2026 new land releases remain on sale, with construction ongoing across the estate.
Hazelmere Interchange
A 40-hectare-plus premium industrial and logistics estate across multiple sites near Perth Airport, with custom-built warehouses and RAV7 and RAV4 access. The precinct is substantially developed and occupied by tenants including Toll Healthcare, Couriers Please, CEVA Logistics, Weir Minerals and Lindsay Transport. The final 7,000sqm warehouse at 190 Adelaide Street (WH2B) is available for pre-lease with move-in as early as Q4 2026. The area is also benefiting from major road upgrades including the new interchange at Great Eastern Highway Bypass and Roe Highway, and extension of Lloyd Street.
Forrestfield / High Wycombe Industrial Area
Industrial redevelopment precinct primarily facilitating the development of logistics and transport-based industries. Administered via a Development Contribution Plan (DCP) by the City of Kalamunda, with infrastructure upgrades including new road connections and services.
METRONET East High Wycombe Station Precinct
A 10.64-hectare transit-oriented development immediately east of the High Wycombe Train Station. Developed by DevelopmentWA, the precinct will feature a mix of residential housing, commercial spaces, retail, and a proposed community hub. Stage 1 civil works, including a new central connector road and essential services, are currently under construction.
Hazelmere Logistics Estate
State-of-the-art logistics and industrial estate strategically positioned for ultimate connectivity. The 90,088sqm development includes multiple warehouse buildings with sustainability features targeting 5-star Green Star ratings. Major tenants include DHL, Inghams, Fisher & Paykel, Bluestar Global Logistics.
Lot 912 Bushmead Residential Development
Development of the former Bushmead Rifle Range site into a diverse residential community that celebrates the site's heritage and is sensitive to its surrounding bushland and semi-rural setting. The 24-hectare site, located 16km from the Perth CBD, will deliver a range of housing choices with public open spaces and environmental management strategies. In October 2025, the Minister for Planning approved the rezoning of Lot 912 to 'residential development' zone, enabling preparation of the Local Structure Plan as the next phase.
Tarpaulin Shop Childcare And Office Transformation
Adaptive reuse of the 1904 state-heritage-listed Tarpaulin Shop (Workshop 10) into a 92-place childcare centre and professional office space. The project includes extensive conservation of the red-brick facade, restoration of original steel louvre windows, and the creation of a 760sqm outdoor sensory playground. The facility serves as a central hub for child services and family advocacy within the historic Midland Railway Workshops precinct.
METRONET New Midland Station and METRONET East - Midland
The new Midland Station opened on 22 February 2026, marking the completion of the final piece of the WA METRONET program. Relocated to a more central position between Helena and Cale streets, the three-platform, 6 Star Green Star rated station features a 24/7 pedestrian overpass, a 12-stand bus interchange, a multi-storey car park with around 800 bays, secure bike parking, and 1.7 km of dual track connecting to the new Bellevue Railcar Manufacturing and Maintenance Facility.Designed and built by the Midland Junction Alliance (McConnell Dowell, Georgiou Group, Arcadis and BGE), the station incorporates Noongar cultural motifs and references the area's industrial heritage. It is integrated with the broader DevelopmentWA METRONET East urban renewal program, which is transforming Midland into a vibrant Health and Knowledge Precinct with new residential, commercial, retail, education, health and cultural uses. Adjacent build-to-rent developments at Woodbridge and Midland are set to deliver 176 apartments (140 affordable, 36 social), with further grouped housing and Workshops sites being released through 2026.
4,330 residents of Hazelmere - Guildford are employed, from a labour force of 4,430. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 72.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 10,956, about 143% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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The employment landscape in Hazelmere Guildford features a robust labor pool with strong presence in manufacturing and industrial fields. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% and projected job growth for the last year is 3.9%. By March 2026, 4,330 local residents are employed, which represents an unemployment rate of 1.9% lower than Greater Perth's 4.2%. Workforce participation reaches 72.6%, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 69.9%. Census data indicates that only 9.3% of residents engage in remote work, but this figure should be viewed with caution due to the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.
Primary industry employers for local residents encompass health care & social assistance, construction, as well as education & training. The district demonstrates pronounced concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, holding an employment concentration 1.6 times that of the wider region. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for 12.3% of the resident workforce, trailing the Greater Perth figure of 14.8%. Because there were 1.4 jobs within the boundary for every resident worker at the Census, the locality operates as an employment center, drawing in commuter talent from surrounding districts. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch indicates that the 12-month period experienced a 3.9% rise in employment and a 4.0% increase in the labour force, which led to a 0.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend differs from Greater Perth, where employment grew by 2.0%, the labour force expanded by 2.5%, and unemployment increased by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 can provide additional context regarding future demand in Hazelmere - Guildford. These forecasts, which span five and ten-year horizons, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to the employment composition of Hazelmere - Guildford, local employment is estimated to rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, although this figure represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Hazelmere - Guildford is $2,107 a week (about $110,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,017 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $64,271 a year against an average of $76,648. 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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ATO taxpayer records published for financial year 2023 and assessed by AreaSearch show that taxpayers in the Hazelmere - Guildford SA2 earned a median income of $64,271 and an average income of $76,648. This surpasses national standards, comparing with Greater Perth metrics of $60,748 (median) and $80,248 (average). Factoring in Wage Price Index appreciation of 10.93% since financial year 2023 produces updated estimates of approximately $71,296 for median earnings and $85,026 for average earnings as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels, Census earnings sit comfortably between the 72nd and 80th percentiles across Australia.
The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most prevalent, encompassing 33.8% of the local population (2,591 people), mirroring broader metropolitan patterns where 32.0% fall into this bracket. Top earners making above $3,000 per week constitute 30.4% of residents, underscoring solid spending capacity. Residential shelter expenses claim 15.0% of income, net earnings place local households in the 74th percentile for disposable funds, and the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hazelmere - Guildford had 2,036 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 54% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.9%. 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 Census findings, standalone houses made up 93.4% of the dwelling landscape in Hazelmere - Guildford, with medium/high-density formats and other residences accounting for 6.6%, contrasting with metropolitan Perth proportions of 77.8% and 22.1% respectively. Outright home ownership stood at 29.1%, matching the broader Perth metro rate, while mortgaged properties accounted for 54.4% and rental accommodation comprised 16.5%. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $2,000, tracking higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, while median rent was recorded at $390 per week against $350 across the wider metro.
On an Australian scale, Hazelmere - Guildford exceeds both the national median mortgage payment of $1,863 and the national weekly rent figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hazelmere - Guildford counted 2,036 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,887 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of living arrangements at 75.3%, consisting of couples with children (34.5%), couples without children (29.6%), and single-parent households (9.7%). The remaining 24.7% consists of non-family living situations, which include solo occupants at 22.2% and share houses at 2.5%. The average household size stands at 2.6 people, aligning precisely with Greater Perth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.4% of adults in Hazelmere - Guildford hold a university qualification, including 19.5% with a bachelor degree and 5.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.0% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational attainment in this area is notably higher than in surrounding regions, as 27.4% of residents aged 15+ hold university qualifications, compared to 19.7% in the SA3 area and 24.3% in the SA4 region. This pattern highlights a strong local commitment to advanced learning. At the bachelor’s level, 19.5% of the population holds such degrees, while 5.1% have postgraduate qualifications and 2.8% possess graduate diplomas. Vocational training also plays a major role, with 38.6% of residents aged 15+ earning trade credentials. Within that group, 10.6% hold advanced diplomas and 28.0% have certificates.
Formal study engagement is substantial across the district, with 26.9% of the population currently attending educational institutions. Broken down by level, primary schooling accounts for 9.8%, secondary education represents 6.8%, and 4.4% of residents are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Hazelmere - Guildford reaches 99 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 760 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 transit coverage in Hazelmere - Guildford comprises 99 operational stops supporting bus transit networks. Across these facilities, 6 distinct bus routes combine to provide 764 weekly passenger trips. Network proximity is strong, with typical walking distances of 211 meters from residences to the closest stop. Given the area's predominantly residential makeup, daily travel is heavily outward-focused: 85% of journeys occur by private motor vehicle, while rail transit accounts for 7%. Vehicle ownership sits above the regional norm at an average of 1.7 per dwelling. Home-based work was recorded at a modest 9.3% during the 2021 Census, a figure subject to COVID-19 pandemic conditions at the time.
Public transit services operate at an average rate of 109 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 7 weekly trips for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.8% of residents in Hazelmere - Guildford report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 79% of areas nationally. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Public health indicators compiled by AreaSearch demonstrate positive outcomes across Hazelmere - Guildford, highlighted by low rates of mortality and reduced chronic illness incidence, particularly within younger demographics where standard medical ailments are exceptionally uncommon. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is elevated, with approximately 57% of all inhabitants (~4,370 people) maintaining private cover. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported diagnoses locally, affecting 7.6% and 8.5% of the community respectively, while 69.8% of individuals reported no chronic medical diagnoses whatsoever (compared to 71.9% regionally across Greater Perth). Health status across prime working ages aligns with broad metropolitan norms.
Older adults aged 65 and over comprise 13.6% of residents (1,045 people), below the Greater Perth level of 15.9%, with the cohort ranking lower against Australian distributions than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.6% of Hazelmere - Guildford residents were born overseas and 12.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.0%) and Australian (23.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Hazelmere - Guildford surpasses the majority of comparable Australian markets, with 29.6% of inhabitants born abroad and 12.5% communicating in a language other than English in their homes. Christianity represents the leading faith, adhered to by 43.7% of the local populace. Buddhism forms a notable faith community, accounting for 1.7% of residents locally compared to 2.7% throughout Greater Perth. Looking at parental birthplace and ancestry, the three most common backgrounds among residents are English (30.0%), Australian (23.8%), and Other (7.7%). Distinct variations appear among other heritages as well: New Zealand ancestry is represented at 1.4% (against 0.8% across the broader region), Dutch backgrounds account for 1.8% (versus 1.5%), and Welsh heritage stands at 0.9% (compared to 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hazelmere - Guildford is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 26.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age distribution of Hazelmere - Guildford aligns closely with Greater Perth, showing variations of no more than 3.0 percentage points across any individual demographic segment. The median resident age is estimated at 36, shifting down from 37 at the 2021 Census and sitting 1 year below the Greater Perth figure of 37 documented at that Census. The most noticeable adjustment since the Census occurred among the 45 - 64 bracket (mature workers and early retirees), which contracted from 24.6% to an estimated 22.3% of the community. In absolute terms, this 45 - 64 cohort is projected to see the largest numeric increase by 2041, growing by 719 individuals (42%) to reach 2,431.
The fastest proportional expansion is anticipated in the senior demographic aged 65+, which is forecast to climb 63% to 1,708.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hazelmere - Guildford
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 SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 | Aug 2026 last month all 6 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 704 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,408 at the 2021 Census → 7,668 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (504031061). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.