Greenway

Greenway lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Greenway's population was around 5,354 as of February 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure reflects an increase of 1,225 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,129 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,353 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 884 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,008 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Greenway's growth rate of 29.7% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA3 area (0.1%) and the state, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 82.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. 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 a base. Future population trends predict exceptional growth for Greenway, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across the nation. The area is expected to increase by 3,280 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 61.2% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Greenway recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Greenway has received approximately 114 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 574 homes. As of FY26, no approvals have been recorded yet. On average, 3.8 new residents have been associated with each home built yearly between FY21 and FY25. This results in a significant demand exceeding supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost for new homes is $86,000, which is below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options. In the current financial year, $68.6 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Greenway has 1354.0% more building activity per person, providing ample choice for buyers, although recent periods show a moderation in development activity. This high level of activity is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. Recent building activity consists solely of townhouses or apartments, reflecting a trend towards denser development that caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Greenway is projected to add 3,279 residents by 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Greenway has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Ten infrastructure projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. These include Dairy Farmers Hill Precinct at 1 Dairy Road, Empire Global Mixed-Use Development, Aspen Village - Black Diamond, and Greenway Views Seniors' Living Village. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Greenway has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Greenway has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 5.1% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.7%. As of September 2025, 3,211 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is 1.5% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.6%.

Workforce participation in Greenway matches the Australian Capital Territory's figure of 72.5%. According to Census responses, only 10.3% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Notably, employment in health care & social assistance is at 1.3 times the regional average, while education & training has a limited presence with 6.4%, compared to the regional average of 9.6%.

There are 2.8 workers for every resident, indicating that Greenway functions as an employment hub hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 1.7% while the labour force grew by 2.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Australian Capital Territory saw employment grow by 1.4%, with a labour force increase of 1.2% and a decrease in unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Greenway's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

The Greenway SA2's median income among taxpayers was $67,811 and average income stood at $73,097 in financial year 2023. These figures were higher than the Australian Capital Territory's median of $72,206 and average of $85,981 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $74,090 (median) and $79,866 (average). Individual earnings at the 90th percentile nationally were $1,197 weekly. Household income ranked at the 56th percentile. The largest income bracket comprised 42.5% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 2,275 residents in this category. This was consistent with broader trends across the broader area showing 34.3% in the same category. High housing costs consumed 17.1% of income. Despite this, disposable income ranked at the 56th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Greenway features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Greenway, as per the latest Census evaluation, houses constituted 2.6% of dwellings while other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other') made up 97.4%. This contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Greenway stood at 23.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.9% and rented ones at 40.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. Weekly rent in Greenway was recorded at $450, matching the Australian Capital Territory figure. Nationally, Greenway's mortgage repayments were significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Greenway features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 52.8% of all households, including 13.4% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 47.2%, with lone person households at 43.4% and group households comprising 3.9%. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Greenway exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Greenway's educational attainment exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 41.7% possess university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 31.1% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 25.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 30.0% of residents, with advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 18.2%.

Currently, 21.8% of the population is engaged in formal education: 6.2% in tertiary, 5.0% in primary, and 3.4% in secondary education.

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

Greenway has 29 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 73 different routes that collectively facilitate 6,426 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 173 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most Greenway residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 74%, followed by walking at 16% and bus at 7%. On average, there are 0.7 vehicles per dwelling in Greenway, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 10.3% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 918 trips per day, equating to approximately 221 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Greenway is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Greenway faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age groups.

Approximately 55% (~2966 people) have private health cover, compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Mental health issues impact 11.1% of residents, while asthma affects 8.2%. Notably, 64.7% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% in ACT. Working-age population health challenges are significant due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 18.2% (973 people) aged 65 and over, higher than ACT's 14.3%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges, broadly aligning with general population rankings nationally.

Greenway was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Greenway's population is more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 32.5% born overseas and 25.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Greenway, comprising 39.4% of its population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented at 10.1%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (24.5%), Australian (19.9%), and Other (13.2%). Some ethnic groups have notable divergences in representation: Croatian is overrepresented at 1.0% (vs regional 0.9%), Indian at 5.1% (vs regional 3.3%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs regional 0.3%).

Greenway's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Greenway's median age is 36 years, nearly matching the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. Relative to the Australian Capital Territory, Greenway has a higher concentration of 25-34 year-olds at 24.4%, but fewer 5-14 year-olds at 6.5%. This 25-34 age group is well above the national average of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 14.3% to 15.4% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort increased from 5.4% to 6.5%. Conversely, the 15 to 24 age group has declined from 11.0% to 9.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Greenway, with the 35 to 44 cohort projected to grow by 72%, adding 592 residents to reach 1,420.