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 is approximately 24,111 as of November 2025. This represents a 26.7% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 19,026 people. The estimated resident population in June 2024 was 22,702, with an additional 1,125 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this growth. This results in a population density of 320 persons per square kilometer. The area's growth rate exceeded that of both the non-metro area (5.1%) and its SA4 region. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 78.8% of the overall population gains, with natural growth and overseas migration also contributing positively.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where necessary, with a base year of 2021. 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 12,880 persons by then, reflecting a total gain of 47.6% over the 17-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. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 1,864 homes were approved, with an additional 177 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, about 3.5 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years.

This high demand exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost of new properties is $265,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, there have been approximately $1.3 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development activity compared to residential growth. When comparing Albion Park - Macquarie Pass with the rest of NSW, building activity per person is 126.0% higher, reflecting strong developer confidence and creating more housing choices for buyers. However, recent periods have seen a moderation in development activity. The new development mix consists of 60.0% standalone homes and 40.0% attached dwellings, including townhouses and apartments, catering to various price points and lifestyle preferences.

This shift marks a significant departure from the current housing pattern, which is predominantly houses (88.0%). This change may indicate diminishing developable land availability and evolving housing affordability needs. With around 72 people moving into the area for each dwelling approval, Albion Park - Macquarie Pass exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Future projections estimate that by 2041, the population will increase by 11,467 residents (based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Assuming current development patterns continue, new housing supply should meet demand, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 26 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Tripoli Way Extension, Mount Terry Estate, Albion Park Rail Residential Development - Riverside Estate, and Con O'Keefe and Russell Street Precinct Master Plan, with a detailed list provided for 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 comprising white and blue collar jobs, with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 3.3% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the past year.

There were 12,660 residents employed at this time, with an unemployment rate of 0.6%, lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation was high at 68.1%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area had a particular specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level, but agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.4% compared to the regional average of 5.3%.

Employment opportunities appeared limited locally based on Census data analysis. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 0.8%, labour force increased by 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. This contrasted with Rest of NSW where employment contracted by 0.5%, labour force fell by 0.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 showed NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicated national employment would expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Albion Park - Macquarie Pass's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Albion Park - Macquarie Pass SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $54,718 and an average of $63,951. This is slightly below the national average. Rest of NSW had a median income of $49,459 and an average of $62,998 in the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth from financial year 2022 to September 2025 (12.61%), estimated incomes would be approximately $61,618 median and $72,015 average by then. Census 2021 data indicates 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 (9,427 people). High housing costs consume 16.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 69th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th 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, evaluated at the latest Census in 2016, 87.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 12.6% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This is compared to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 79.0% houses and 21.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass stood at 28.6%, with mortgaged properties at 53.1% and rented dwellings at 18.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, aligning with Non-Metro NSW's average, while the median weekly rent was $480, higher than Non-Metro NSW's figure of $430. Nationally, Albion Park - Macquarie Pass had significantly higher mortgage repayments at $2,167 compared to 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 comprise 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 constitute 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, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.6.

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%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 46.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (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

The analysis of public transport in Albion Park - Macquarie Pass shows that there are 131 active transport stops currently operating. These stops offer a variety of bus services, with a total of 51 individual routes running weekly. This results in 748 passenger trips each week.

The report rates the area's transport accessibility as excellent, with residents typically located just 179 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, there are 106 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately five weekly trips per individual stop.

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Albion Park - Macquarie Pass residents show relatively positive health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions among the general population compared to national averages but higher among older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 51% of residents have private health cover, slightly lower than the average for SA2 areas. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.3% and 8.4% of residents respectively. A total of 69.1% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.2% across Rest of NSW. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 12.3%, compared to the 20.9% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader 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, surveyed in June 2016, had a population with 87.0% born in Australia, 93.0% being citizens, and 93.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 56.8%. Comparing to Rest of NSW, this was slightly lower than the regional average of 57.3%.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (30.2%), English (29.7%), and Scottish (6.9%). Notably, Spanish (1.1% vs regional 1.0%), Maltese (1.5% vs 1.3%), and Macedonian (1.1% vs 1.9%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Albion Park-Macquarie Pass compared to the region.

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 lower than Rest of NSW's average of 43 and the national average of 38. The 25-34 age cohort is over-represented locally at 16.4%, compared to Rest of NSW's average, while the 65-74 age group is under-represented at 7.5%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 35-44 age group has increased from 13.4% to 15.8%, while the 55-64 cohort has declined from 10.9% to 9.3%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 12.3% to 11.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Albion Park-Macquarie Pass, with the 35-44 age group expected to grow by 70%, reaching 6,472 people from 3,811.