Annandale (NSW)

Annandale is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Annandale's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 9,951. This figure represents an increase of 487 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,464. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates; Annandale had an estimated resident population of 9,933 as of June 2024. This results in a population density ratio of 6,678 persons per square kilometer, placing Annandale in the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 5.1% since the 2021 Census exceeds that of its SA3 region (3.8%), indicating it is a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 74.8% of overall population gains in 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 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. By 2041, Annandale's population is projected to decrease by 145 persons according to this methodology. However, specific age cohorts are expected to grow; notably, the 75 to 84 age group is projected to increase by 223 people.

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

Annandale has seen approximately 20 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 100 homes were approved, with another 8 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 0.1 people per year have moved to the area for each dwelling built during these years.

This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially driving population growth beyond current projections. The average expected construction cost of new properties is $279,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options. In FY-26, Annandale has recorded $1.3 million in commercial development approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to previous years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Annandale shows around 69% of the construction activity per person. Nationally, it ranks among the 6th percentile of areas assessed, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing dwellings.

This level is below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and potential planning constraints. New development in Annandale consists of approximately 23.0% detached houses and 77.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a skew towards compact living that offers affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. With around 3290 people per approval, Annandale is considered a mature, established area with an expected stable or declining population in the future. This should reduce pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

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

Area infrastructure changes significantly impact performance. AreaSearch identified 18 projects potentially affecting the area. Notable ones are The Joinery Annandale, West End Residences, OTTO Annandale Student Accommodation (45-57 Parramatta Road), and Annandale Mixed Use Build-to-Rent Development.

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The employment landscape in Annandale shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Annandale has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 4.2%, as of September 2025. There are 6,340 residents employed, with an unemployment rate matching Greater Sydney's at 4.2%.

Workforce participation stands at 78.7%, higher than Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 63.3% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Annandale specializes in professional & technical roles, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

However, construction is under-represented at 5.7% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by its working population versus resident population count. In the 12-month period ending in May-25, Annandale's labour force increased by 0.1%, while employment declined by 0.9%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Annandale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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 ending June 2023 shows that Annandale SA2 has one of the highest incomes nationally. The median assessed income is $80,570 while the average income stands at $120,557. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year ending June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $87,709 (median) and $131,238 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that household, family, and personal incomes in Annandale rank highly nationally, between the 93rd and 97th percentiles. Distribution data shows that the $4000+ earnings band captures 35.0% of the community (3,482 individuals), contrasting with the surrounding region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. A significant 46.5% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income, but strong earnings still place disposable income at the 91st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Annandale displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Annandale's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 22.8% houses and 77.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Annandale was at 26.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.4% and rented ones at 42.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,467, exceeding Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Annandale was $570, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Annandale's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Annandale features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 62.6% of all households, including 28.1% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 7.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 37.4%, with lone person households at 31.6% and group households comprising 5.7%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Annandale's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 60.8% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 37.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (18.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational pathways account for 19.2% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 9.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.9% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.2% in tertiary education, 9.0% in primary education, and 6.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Annandale has 39 active public transport stops serving a mix of lightrail and bus services. These stops are covered by 19 different routes, offering a total of 7,609 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 166 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area. Car remains the dominant mode of travel at 61%, while walking accounts for 12% and bus use is 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, lower than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 63.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 1,087 trips per day, equating to approximately 195 weekly trips per individual stop.

Annandale's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Annandale residents show positive health outcomes according to AreaSearch's analysis. Mortality rates and health conditions align with national benchmarks, with low prevalence of common health issues across all age groups. Private health cover is high at 78% (7,791 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues impact 9.3%, asthma affects 7.3%, while 72.3% report no medical ailments, slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 14.1% seniors (1,405 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.3%. Senior health outcomes are above average, in line with national rankings for the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Annandale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Annandale, as per the data, had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 14.4% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Annandale, comprising 36.8% of the population. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented in Annandale compared to Greater Sydney, making up 0.9% versus 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, English (24.8%), Australian (21.4%), and Irish (10.4%) were the top three groups represented in Annandale's population. Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: French (0.8% vs regional 0.5%), Russian (0.5% vs 0.4%), and Lebanese (1.0% vs 2.6%) were overrepresented in Annandale compared to the regional averages.

Annandale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Annandale is 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Annandale has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (14.8%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (10.3%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 10.0% to 11.5%, while those aged 75-84 increased from 3.6% to 4.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 65-74 has declined from 8.6% to 7.9%. By 2041, Annandale's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 44%, reaching 672 people from the current 465. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 72% of the population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0-4 and 15-24.