Amaroo

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

Amaroo's population was approximately 5,967 as of February 2026, a decrease of 162 people from the 2021 Census figure of 6,129. This decline reflects ABS estimates and validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density reached 2,303 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages according to AreaSearch's assessments. Overseas migration contributed approximately 54.2% of recent population growth in Amaroo. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, using 2022 as the base year. By 2041, Amaroo's population is projected to decrease by 129 persons, with specific age cohorts like the 65-74 group expected to grow by 137 people.

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

Amaroo has had no new homes approved over the five-year period from 2016 to 2021. This indicates a mature, established suburb where available land for new construction is limited. For buyers, this scarcity of new housing stock typically supports property values and means competition may primarily be among existing homes.

When measured against the Australian Capital Territory, Amaroo has significantly less development activity over this period, with only 50 new dwellings approved compared to the ACT's 1,387. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties in Amaroo. Nationally, the area's development activity is also below average, reflecting its maturity and possible planning constraints.

Population projections show stability or decline in Amaroo, indicating reduced housing demand pressures, which may benefit potential buyers.

Amaroo has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified twenty projects likely to affect the region. Notable projects include Gungahlin Tennis Facility (Amaroo Tennis Centre), Amaroo Village Development - Block 9 Section 111, Gold Creek Homestead Precinct, and Jacka Local Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Amaroo well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Amaroo has a well-educated workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.9% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the past year. This is lower than the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) unemployment rate of 3.6%.

Workforce participation in Amaroo is 77.2%, slightly higher than ACT's 72.5%. 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. Construction shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance has lower representation at 9.3% compared to the regional average of 11.7%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the ratio of working population to resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 0.8%, labour force grew by 0.7%, and unemployment fell by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, ACT saw employment grow by 1.4% and labour force expand by 1.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase in employment 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, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

The Amaroo SA2's median income among taxpayers was $70,461 and average income was $79,908 in financial year 2023. These figures are higher than those for the Australian Capital Territory, which were $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since financial year 2023, estimated median income is approximately $76,986 and average income is around $87,307 as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Amaroo rank highly nationally, between the 91st and 94th percentiles for households, families, and individuals. Income distribution shows that 31.7% of residents (1,891 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, similar to the broader area where this group represents 34.3%. Notably, 45.6% earn above $3,000 weekly. Housing expenses account for 13.6% of income, and residents rank highly in disposable income at the 94th percentile. 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

As per the latest Census evaluation in Amaroo, 78.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 21.5% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) had 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Amaroo stood at 22.4%, with mortgaged properties at 49.6% and rented ones at 28.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Amaroo was $2,158, higher than the ACT average of $2,080. The median weekly rent figure in Amaroo was $460, compared to the ACT's $450. Nationally, Amaroo's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian 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 comprise the remaining 19.0%, with lone person households at 16.9% and group households at 2.1%. The median household size is 2.9 people, 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 and above hold university degrees, compared to the SA4 region's 46.8%. This difference indicates potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.0%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 29.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding them - advanced diplomas account for 12.0% and certificates for 17.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 35.1% of residents 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 active public transport stops, all bus services. These stops are served by 48 routes, offering 2,951 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is good, with residents typically living 216 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Cars are the primary mode of transport at 88%, while buses account for 5%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, above the regional norm.

Only 12.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census). The service frequency averages 421 trips daily across all routes, translating to around 113 weekly trips per 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 broadly in line with national benchmarks.

Common health conditions have a low prevalence among the general population but are higher among older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 60% of Amaroo's total population (3,550 people) has private health cover, 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. Amaroo has 10.6% of residents aged 65 and over (631 people), lower than the 14.3% in Australian Capital Territory. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they 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 high cultural diversity, 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%. Hinduism was overrepresented compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, comprising 5.4% of Amaroo's population.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (27.9%), English (22.5%), and Other (11.2%). Notable divergences included Croatian (1.7% vs regional 0.9%), Spanish (0.7% vs 0.5%), and Korean (0.8% vs 0.6%) ethnicities being overrepresented in Amaroo.

Amaroo's population is younger than the national pattern

Amaroo's median age is nearly 36 years, close to 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 (16.3%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 55-64 has grown from 9.2% to 11.4%, while the 65-74 age group increased from 5.2% to 6.5%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 16.5% to 15.0%, and the 45-54 age group has dropped from 17.3% to 16.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Amaroo, with the 65-74 age cohort projected to grow by 26%, adding 99 residents to reach a total of 490. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 71% of population growth, highlighting trends towards an aging demographic. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 15-24 age cohorts.