Albion Park - Macquarie Pass

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

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass's population was approximately 24,368 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 5,342 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,026. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 23,649 in June 2025 and additional validated addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 324 persons per square kilometer. The area's 28.1% growth since the 2021 Census exceeded Rest of NSW's 4.9%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 72.4% of population gains recently.

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 are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population projections indicate exceptional growth, placing the area in the top 10 percent of national non-metropolitan areas. By 2041, the population is expected to increase by 12,139 persons, reflecting a total gain of 46.9% over the 16-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass has seen approximately 372 dwellings granted development approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 1,864 homes were approved, with another 319 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 3.5 people have moved to the area per dwelling built over these five financial years.

This high demand outpaces new supply, which typically results in price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost of new properties is $265,000, below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, there have been around $1.3 million worth of commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development activity compared to residential. When compared to the rest of NSW, Albion Park - Macquarie Pass has 114.0% more building activity per person, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. New developments consist of 60.0% standalone homes and 40.0% attached dwellings, marking a shift from the current housing pattern of 88.0% houses. With around 72 people moving to the area for each dwelling approval, Albion Park - Macquarie Pass exhibits characteristics of a growth area.

By 2041, it is projected that the area will add approximately 11,420 residents. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified 26 potential impact projects. Key ones are Tripoli Way Extension, Albion Park Rail Residential Development - Riverside Estate, Mount Terry Estate, Con O'Keefe and Russell Street Precinct Master Plan. Below details the most relevant ones.

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Employment performance in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include essential services, with an unemployment rate of 3.3% as of December 2025. This is below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation is high at 71.4%, compared to Regional NSW's 60.5%. Around 22.2% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this figure. Major industries for employment are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area has a strong focus on construction, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is less represented at 0.4% versus the regional average of 5.3%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 0.7%, labour force also rose by 0.7%, with unemployment remaining relatively stable. This contrasts with Regional NSW where employment decreased by 1.2%, labour force fell by 0.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Albion Park - Macquarie Pass's employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023, Albion Park - Macquarie Pass SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $58,771 and an average of $68,424. These figures are in line with national averages. In comparison, Regional NSW had a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Albion Park - Macquarie Pass would be approximately $64,836 (median) and $75,485 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census 2021 income data, incomes in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass cluster around the 66th percentile nationally. The dominant income bracket is $1,500 - $2,999 with 39.1% of residents (9,527 people). This is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region where 29.9% fall into the same category. High housing costs consume 16.9% of income in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 69th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Albion Park - Macquarie Pass, as per the latest Census, 87.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 12.6% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass stood at 28.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 53.1% and rented ones at 18.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in the area was $480, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Albion Park - Macquarie Pass's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 83.9% of all households, including 42.2% couples with children, 28.3% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 16.1%, with lone person households at 14.6% and group households comprising 1.6%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Educational attainment in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 16.5%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 34.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass has 140 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 51 individual routes, offering 746 weekly passenger trips in total. The accessibility of transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 179 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to the area's residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 96%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, some 22.2% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 106 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 5 weekly trips per individual stop. The provided map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass faces significant health challenges, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 53% of the total population (~12,988 people), leading that of the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions in the area were mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.3 and 8.4% of residents respectively. 69.1% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 12.5% of residents aged 65 and over (3,036 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Albion Park-Macquarie Pass had a cultural diversity index below average, with 87.0% of its population born in Australia, 93.0% being citizens, and 93.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Albion Park-Macquarie Pass, practiced by 56.8% of people, slightly higher than the 55.9% regional average. The top three ancestral groups were Australian (30.2%), English (29.7%), and Scottish (6.9%).

Notably, Spanish (1.1%) Maltese (1.5%), and Macedonian (1.1%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to the regional averages of 0.3%, 0.4%, and 0.4% respectively.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age in Albion Park-Macquarie Pass is 33 years, which is significantly lower than Regional NSW's average of 43 and the national average of 38. The 25-34 age cohort is notably over-represented at 16.4% locally compared to Regional NSW's average, while the 65-74 year-olds are under-represented at 7.6%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 13.4% to 16.1%, whereas the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 10.9% to 9.2% and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 12.3% to 11.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the 35 to 44 age group projected to grow by 62%, reaching 6,379 people from its current size of 3,925.