Throsby

Throsby lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Throsby's population is around 3,632 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,227 people (51.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,405 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,632 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 32 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 2,454 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Throsby's 51.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (6.7%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which contributed approximately 83.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including natural growth and overseas migration, were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, age group growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 area projections, with 2022 as a base, are adopted. Anticipating future population dynamics, a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas is forecast, with the area expected to increase by 1,165 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 30.5% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Throsby among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Throsby has experienced around 78 dwellings receiving development approval per year, with 393 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 0 so far in FY-26. With an average of 6.5 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand significantly exceeds new supply, which usually results in price growth and increased buyer competition, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $82,000—under regional levels—indicating more accessible housing choices for buyers. There have also been $45.3 million in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting robust local business investment.

Relative to the Australian Capital Territory, Throsby has 602.0% more construction activity (per person), creating greater choice for buyers, though construction activity has eased recently. This level is well above average nationally, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Meanwhile, new construction has been completely comprised of standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With around 504 people per dwelling approval, Throsby shows a developed market.

Population forecasts indicate Throsby will gain 1,108 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Throsby has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 18 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Moncrieff East Residential Estate, Harrison Town Centre Development, Throsby School, and Harrison Local Centre Expansion (Harrison 5 Precinct), with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Throsby demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Throsby has a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of just 2.3%, and 1.7% estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 2,044 residents are in work, while the unemployment rate is 1.5% below the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.8%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (83.0% compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 72.6%). Based on Census responses, a low 11.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in public administration & safety, professional & technical, and health care & social assistance. The area has a particular employment specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Meanwhile, public administration & safety has a limited presence with 28.9% employment compared to 30.4% regionally. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, during the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.7% and the labour force increased by 1.5%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. By comparison, the Australian Capital Territory recorded employment growth of 0.9%, labour force growth of 1.2%, and unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Throsby. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Throsby's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

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

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Throsby SA2's median income among taxpayers is $78,342, with an average of $88,845. This is among the highest in Australia, comparing to the Australian Capital Territory's median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $85,596 (median) and $97,072 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Throsby, between the 95th and 98th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows 31.7% of the population (1,151 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort likewise represents 34.3%. A significant 54.1% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting pockets of prosperity that drive robust local economic activity. High housing costs consume 16.4% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 97th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

Dwelling structure within Throsby, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 90.4% houses and 9.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to the Australian Capital Territory's 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Throsby was lagging that of the Australian Capital Territory, at 7.3%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (70.3%) or rented (22.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Australian Capital Territory average at $2,710, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $375, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $2,080 and $450. Nationally, Throsby's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are comparable to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households dominate at 89.1% of all households, comprising 59.8% couples with children, 20.0% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 10.9%, with lone person households at 8.5% and group households comprising 3.2% of the total. The median household size of 3.3 people is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

Educational achievement in Throsby places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Throsby significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 54.9% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 30.4% in Australia and 46.3% in the SA3 area. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 27.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (24.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational pathways account for 20.9% of qualifications among those aged 15+; advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (10.4%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 36.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.1% in primary education, 7.1% 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

Public transport analysis reveals 6 active transport stops operating within Throsby, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 31 individual routes, collectively providing 2,215 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 256 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 85%, with 8% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A relatively low 11.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 316 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 369 weekly trips per individual stop.

Throsby's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across Throsby, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Younger cohorts in particular see very low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 65% of the total population (2,368 people). This compares to 62.4% across the Australian Capital Territory. The national average is 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be asthma and mental health issues, impacting 5.2% and 4.9% of residents, respectively, while 85.5% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 70.2% across the Australian Capital Territory. The area has 4.8% of residents aged 65 and over (176 people), which is lower than the 14.3% in the Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Throsby is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Throsby is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 51.1% of its population born overseas and 61.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Throsby is Christianity, which makes up 28.2% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Hinduism, which comprises 19.0% of the population, substantially higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Throsby are Other, comprising 25.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 12.2%, Australian, comprising 14.8% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 23.0%, and Indian, comprising 12.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 3.3%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Throsby (vs 0.9% regionally), Sri Lankan at 1.1% (vs 0.4%) and Korean at 1.6% (vs 0.6%).

Throsby hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

At 32 years, Throsby's median age is slightly younger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and is substantially under the Australian median of 38. Relative to the Australian Capital Territory, Throsby has a higher concentration of 5 - 14 residents (22.3%) but fewer 55 - 64 year-olds (3.8%). This 5 - 14 concentration is well above the national 12.1%. Post-2021 Census data shows demographic aging is evident, with the median age advancing from 31 to 32 years. Notable shifts include the 5 to 14 age group growing from 18.7% to 22.3% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort increased from 9.8% to 13.2%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 21.4% to 13.9% and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 11.0% to 8.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Throsby. The 45 to 54 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 57%, adding 270 residents to reach 750. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group will contract by 11 residents.