Throsby
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Throsby's population is approximately 3,575 as of August 2025. This figure represents a growth of 1,170 individuals (48.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,405. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,575 in June 2024 and an additional 32 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,415 persons per square kilometer, placing Throsby in the upper quartile compared to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate surpassed the state (5.7%) and its SA4 region, indicating it as a growth leader. Population expansion was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 83.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, all factors including natural growth and overseas migration were positive contributors. 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 or 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, Throsby is projected to increase its population by 1,165 persons, marking a total increase of 32.6% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Throsby among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Throsby has received approximately 215 dwelling approvals per year. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides development approval data on a financial year basis, with 1,079 homes approved between FY-20 and FY-25, and none so far in FY-26. On average, 6.5 new residents are associated with each home built annually over the past five years. This supply lags demand significantly, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.

The average construction cost of new properties is $438,000, higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development. In FY-26, Throsby has seen $45.3 million in commercial approvals, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Throsby has 1915.0% more construction activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers and reflecting robust developer interest in the area. All new construction consists of standalone homes, preserving Throsby's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 504 people per dwelling approval, Throsby exhibits a developed market.

By 2041, Throsby is projected to grow by 1,165 residents. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

AreaSearch has identified 16 infrastructure projects likely to influence the local area's performance. Notable projects include Harrison Town Centre Development, Throsby School, Harrison Estate Stage 2, and Harrison Estate Stage 3A. The following list details projects expected to have significant impact on the area.

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The labour market strength in Throsby positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Throsby's workforce is highly educated with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 2.0% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 2.5%.

As of June 2025, 1,912 residents were employed at an unemployment rate of 1.4%, below the Australian Capital Territory's (ACT) rate of 3.4%. Workforce participation was 81.4% compared to ACT's 69.6%. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, professional & technical, and health care & social assistance. The area specializes in professional & technical employment with a share 1.3 times the regional level, while public administration & safety has limited presence at 28.9% compared to the regional 30.4%.

Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data analysis. Over June 2024 to June 2025, employment increased by 2.5%, labour force by 1.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.9 percentage points. ACT recorded employment growth of 1.9% with unemployment falling 0.3 percentage points. As of Sep-25, ACT's employment contracted by 0.33% (losing 1,480 jobs) at an unemployment rate of 4.2%, compared to the national rate of 4.5%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary by industry sector. Applying these projections to Throsby's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.8%% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Throsby's median income among taxpayers is $74,748, with an average of $85,530. This ranks high in Australia compared to the Australian Capital Territory's median of $68,678 and average of $83,634. As of March 2025, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $82,806 and an average of $94,750, based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.78% since financial year 2022. Census data reveals Throsby's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 95th and 98th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 31.7% of Throsby's population (1,133 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort represents 34.3%. Notably, 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, however strong earnings place disposable income at the 97th percentile nationally. 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 in Throsby, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 9 August 2016, comprised 90.4% houses and 9.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Australian Capital Territory's 66.3% houses and 33.7% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Throsby was 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 $2,710, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $375. 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 constitute 89.1% of all households, including 59.8% couples with children, 20.0% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 10.9%, with lone person households at 8.5% and group households making up 3.2%. The median household size is 3.3 people, larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.9.

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

In Throsby, educational attainment exceeds national and regional averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 54.9% have university qualifications, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and the SA3 area average of 46.3%. This high level of education positions Throsby favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common (27.5%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (24.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%).

Vocational pathways account for 20.9% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 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. Throsby School, established on 28th January 2015, provides local educational services within Throsby, with an enrollment of 286 students as of 2021. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. As of 2021, school places per 100 residents stand at 8.0, below the regional average of 14.9, indicating that some students may attend schools in adjacent areas. Throsby demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement, with an ICSEA score of 1101.

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

Throsby has six active public transport stops operating currently. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, two in total. The combined weekly passenger trips across these routes amount to 338.

Residents' access to transport is rated as good, with an average distance of 256 meters to the nearest stop. On average, there are 48 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 56 weekly trips per individual stop.

Throsby's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Throsby's health outcomes data shows excellent results across all age groups. Both younger and older residents have a low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 63% of Throsby's total population (2,262 people), compared to 58.6% in the Australian Capital Territory and 55.3% nationally.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.2 and 4.9% of residents respectively. A majority, 85.5%, report being completely free of medical ailments compared to 76.4% in the Australian Capital Territory. Throsby has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 4.2% (151 people), compared to 8.3% in the Australian Capital Territory. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of 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 has one of the most diverse populations in Australia, with 51.1% of residents born overseas and 61.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Throsby, accounting for 28.2% of its population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 19.0%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 9.5%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (25.8%), Australian (14.8%), and Indian (12.7%). Korean (1.6%), Croatian (1.4%), and Sri Lankan (1.1%) ethnicities are also notably overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.2%, 1.3%, and 0.6% respectively.

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

Throsby's median age at present stands at 32 years, which is slightly lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and notably under the national median of 38. Compared to the ACT, Throsby has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (21.9%), but fewer individuals aged 55-64 (3.5%). This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 12.2%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the age group of 5 to 14 years has increased from 18.7% to 21.9% of Throsby's population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has risen from 9.8% to 12.8%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group has declined from 21.4% to 15.4%, and the 0 to 4 group has decreased from 11.0% to 9.1%. Demographic projections suggest that Throsby's age profile will undergo significant changes by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age cohort expected to expand considerably, growing by 290 people (63%) from 459 to 750. Meanwhile, numbers in the 25 to 34 age range are projected to decrease by 56 individuals.