Indicator

Dwellings approved

Name: Dwellings approved in Australia — Census
Creator: Australian Bureau of Statistics
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Dwelling units approved in 2024-25 (ABS Building Approvals).

About this measure

Source: Counts of Australian Businesses & Building Approvals (Australian Bureau of Statistics), 2025, CC BY 4.0. Explore the map below for local values.

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See how approvals varies across Australia.

By council (lga)

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Frequently asked questions

How is Dwellings approved measured?

Dwelling units approved in 2024-25 (ABS Building Approvals). It is a count, so larger areas naturally record larger totals — compare it against population or area for a fair read.

Where can I see Dwellings approved for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Dwellings approved down to council (lga) level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

Australian Bureau of Statistics. (2025). Dwellings approved [Counts of Australian Businesses & Building Approvals]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/dwellings-approved