Acacia Gardens

Acacia Gardens has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Acacia Gardens' population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, was approximately 3,744 by February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 76 individuals (2.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,668. The growth is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 3,714 in June 2024 and the addition of 17 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 3,941 persons per square kilometer, placing Acacia Gardens among the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 57.4% 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 by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are applied. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are used for all areas between 2032 and 2041. By 2041, Acacia Gardens' population is projected to decrease by 104 persons. However, specific age cohorts like the 85 and over group are expected to grow, with a projected increase of 141 people.

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

Acacia Gardens has seen approximately six new homes approved each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 30 homes were approved, with one additional approval in FY26 so far.

The population has fallen during this period, suggesting that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choices for buyers. The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings is $228,000, which is below regional levels, indicating more affordable housing options for buyers in Acacia Gardens compared to Greater Sydney. However, building activity in Acacia Gardens is significantly lower than the regional average, with only 7% of the regional per capita figure (93% below average). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. Compared nationally, Acacia Gardens' development activity is also lower, reflecting a mature market and possible development constraints.

Recent development has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. The location currently has approximately 2226 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. With population expected to remain stable or decline in the future, Acacia Gardens should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Acacia Gardens has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

No projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to impact the area. Key projects include Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Stage 2, Securing Our Water Supply - Quakers Hill to Prospect, Securing Our Water Supply - Quakers Hill to Prospect (Purified Recycled Water Scheme), and Bella Vista and Kellyville TOD Accelerated Precincts.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Acacia Gardens performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Acacia Gardens has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. Its unemployment rate was 1.5% in September 2025, below Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.3%.

As of that date, 2,474 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.7%, lower than Greater Sydney's. Workforce participation was high at 83.9% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses showed 48.1% worked from home. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.

The area has a strong specialization in public administration & safety (1.4 times the regional level) but limited presence in professional & technical services (8.9% vs regional 11.5%). Employment opportunities locally appear limited as indicated by working population vs resident population count. In the year to September 2025, employment increased by 4.3%, labour force by 4.1%, reducing unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Acacia Gardens' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% 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 2023 shows Acacia Gardens SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $64,487 and an average of $73,831. Nationally, the median is lower at $59,987 with an average of $77,550. In Greater Sydney, the median is $60,817 and the average is $83,003. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $70,201 and an average of $80,372 based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. The 2021 Census indicates Acacia Gardens' household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 83rd and 95th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows 33.8% (1,265 people) earn $1,500 - 2,999, similar to surrounding regions at 30.9%. High weekly earnings exceeding $3,000 are achieved by 45.3% of households, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 15.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 94th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Acacia Gardens, as per the latest Census, consisted of 85.6% houses and 14.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Acacia Gardens stood at 21.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 58.2% and rented ones at 20.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,484, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Acacia Gardens was $540, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Acacia Gardens' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,484 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 89.2% of all households, including 57.6% couples with children, 19.1% couples without children, and 11.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 10.8%, with lone person households at 9.4% and group households comprising 1.2% of the total. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Acacia Gardens shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 39.5% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 26.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 17.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 8.5% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Acacia Gardens has 27 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 30 different routes that together facilitate 1,312 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 131 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 87% of residents, while trains are used by 8%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in Acacia Gardens, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant proportion of residents work from home, with this figure standing at 48.1% and potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 187 trips per day, equating to approximately 48 weekly trips per individual stop.

Acacia Gardens's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Acacia Gardens. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were assessed by AreaSearch, with younger cohorts showing very low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover was found to be very high at approximately 56% of the total population (around 2,100 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were asthma and diabetes, impacting 6.4 and 5.2% of residents respectively. A total of 77.4% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents showed notably healthy outcomes with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 12.2% of residents aged 65 and over (455 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors were above average, though they ranked lower nationally than the broader population.

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

Acacia Gardens has a high level of cultural diversity, with 45.5% of its population born overseas and 47.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Acacia Gardens, comprising 49.7% of the population. Hinduism is significantly overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney's average, making up 15.7% of Acacia Gardens' population.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (21.1%), Australian (15.9%), and Indian (14.2%), with Indian being substantially higher than the regional average. Notably, Filipino (5.1%), Spanish (1.1%), and Maltese (2.5%) ethnicities are also overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Acacia Gardens's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Acacia Gardens's median age is 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, which is slightly below Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Acacia Gardens has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (15.2%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.7%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 75-84 grew from 2.3% to 4.5%, while the 15-24 age group increased from 12.6% to 14.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group decreased from 13.2% to 10.7%, and the 5-14 age group dropped from 15.5% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Acacia Gardens's age profile. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow by 251%, adding 122 residents to reach 171. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 82% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 65-74 and 25-34 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.