Amaroo

Amaroo has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Amaroo's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 5,985 people. This figure represents a decrease from the 2021 Census count of 6,129 people, a change of 144 individuals (2.3%). The estimated resident population in June 2025 was 5,985, with an additional 3 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this decrease. This results in a population density ratio of 2,310 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 59.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, using 2022 as the base year. Future population dynamics indicate an overall decline by 134 persons by 2041, with specific age cohorts expected to grow; notably, the 65 to 74 age group is projected to increase by 117 people.

The level of residential development activity in Amaroo is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Amaroo has recorded zero new dwelling approvals over the past five years. This suggests a mature, established suburb with limited land availability for new construction. For buyers, this scarcity of new housing stock may support property values and intensify competition among existing homes.

Compared to Australian Capital Territory, Amaroo exhibits significantly less development activity. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties in the area. Development activity remains below the national average, indicating the suburb's established nature and potential planning limitations.

Stable or declining population forecasts may lead to reduced housing pressure in Amaroo, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Amaroo has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally

AreaSearch has identified a total of 19 projects that are expected to impact the area significantly, with changes to local infrastructure being the primary influencer on performance. Notable projects include the Gungahlin Tennis Facility (Amaroo Tennis Centre), Amaroo Village Development - Block 9 Section 111, Gold Creek Homestead Precinct, and Jacka Local Centre. The following list provides details of those projects deemed most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Amaroo ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Amaroo has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.0% and there was an estimated employment growth of 0.7% in the past year as of December 2025. There are 3,564 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% lower than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is high at 76.5%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 70.5%. According to Census responses, only 12.9% of residents work from home. The leading employment industries are public administration & safety, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance. Amaroo has a notable concentration in construction, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 9.3% of Amaroo's workforce compared to 11.7% in the Australian Capital Territory. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. In the 12-month period ending May-25, employment increased by 0.7% while labour force grew by 1.0%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. Nationally, employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Amaroo's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Amaroo SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $70,461 and an average level standing at $79,908. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to levels of $72,206 and $85,981 across Australian Capital Territory respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $77,817 for median income and $88,250 for average income as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Amaroo rank highly nationally, between the 91st and 94th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 31.7% of residents (1,897 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket, consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 34.3% in the same category. A significant 45.6% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting pockets of prosperity that drive robust local economic activity. Housing accounts for 13.6% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 94th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Amaroo is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Amaroo, as per the latest Census, 78.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 21.5% being semi-detached, apartments or other types. This compares to the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Amaroo stood at 22.4%, with mortgaged dwellings making up 49.6% and rented ones 28.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,158, higher than the ACT average of $2,080. The median weekly rent in Amaroo was $460, compared to $450 in the ACT. Nationally, Amaroo's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,158 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Amaroo features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 81.0% of all households, including 47.6% couples with children, 22.2% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.0%, with lone person households at 16.9% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Amaroo demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

In Amaroo trail regional benchmarks, 38.5% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to the SA4 region's 46.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational credentials are held by 29.1% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.0% and certificates at 17.1%. Educational participation is high, with 35.1% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.1% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Amaroo has 26 operational public transport stops offering bus services. These stops are served by 48 different routes, facilitating a total of 2,951 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents on average situated 216 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most inhabitants commute externally. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 88%, while buses account for 5%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, only 12.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, an average of 421 trips occur daily, translating to approximately 113 weekly trips per individual stop.

Amaroo's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Amaroo residents. Mortality rates and health conditions are largely in line with national benchmarks.

Common health conditions have low prevalence among the general population but are higher among older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover is exceptionally high, with approximately 60% of the total population (3,561 people), compared to 62.4% across Australian Capital Territory. The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.8% and 8.8% of residents respectively. 71.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among the working-age population are typical. The area has 10.7% of residents aged 65 and over (638 people), lower than the 14.3% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Amaroo was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Amaroo's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 26.4% born overseas and 24.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Amaroo, accounting for 47.8% of its population. Hinduism stood out as overrepresented, comprising 5.4% compared to the Australian Capital Territory's average of 4.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (27.9%), English (22.5%), and Other (11.2%). Notable differences existed in certain ethnic groups: Croatian was overrepresented at 1.7%, Spanish at 0.7%, and Korean at 0.8%, compared to regional averages of 0.9%, 0.5%, and 0.6% respectively.

Amaroo's population is younger than the national pattern

Amaroo's median age is 36 years, nearly matching the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 but younger than Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Amaroo has a higher percentage of residents aged 45-54 (16.2%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.2%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 55-64 has grown from 9.2% to 11.5%, while the population aged 65-74 has increased from 5.2% to 6.5%. Conversely, the population aged 5-14 has declined from 16.5% to 14.8%, and the population aged 0-4 has dropped from 6.1% to 5.0%. By 2041, Amaroo's population is projected to undergo significant demographic changes. The population aged 65-74 is expected to grow by 25%, adding 98 residents to reach a total of 485. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 72% of the population growth, highlighting the trend of demographic aging. Conversely, population declines are projected for the cohorts aged 0-4 and 15-24.