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 was approximately 9,917 as of November 2025, reflecting a growth of 453 people since the 2021 Census. This increase corresponds to a 4.8% rise from the previous figure of 9,464. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,933 in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. Annandale's population density was around 6,655 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 4.8% exceeded that of its SA3 region at 3.4%, indicating a higher than average growth pace. Overseas migration contributed approximately 74.8% of Annandale's 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 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 the years 2032 to 2041. Projections indicate an overall population decline of 145 persons by 2041, but specific age cohorts like the 75-84 group are expected to grow, with a projected increase of 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. This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, offering buyers more options and potentially driving population growth beyond current projections.

The average expected construction cost of these properties is $279,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In terms of commercial development, Annandale has recorded around $1.3 million in approvals this financial year, indicating minimal activity in this sector compared to previous years. When compared to Greater Sydney, Annandale shows approximately 69% of the construction activity per person, placing it among the bottom 6th percentile nationally. This results in relatively constrained buyer choice and supports interest in existing dwellings. This level is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and potentially indicating planning constraints.

New development in Annandale consists of approximately 23% detached houses and 77% townhouses or apartments, favoring compact living options which can attract downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers looking for affordable entry pathways. With around 3290 people per approval, Annandale demonstrates a mature, established area with a stable or potentially declining population. This could lead to reduced pressure on housing, creating opportunities for buyers in the future.

Annandale has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects that may affect this region. Notable projects include The Joinery Annandale, West End Residences, OTTO Annandale Student Accommodation (45-57 Parramatta Road), and Annandale Mixed Use Build-to-Rent Development. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Annandale's workforce is highly educated with notable representation in the technology sector. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%.

As of September 2025, 6340 residents are employed, mirroring Greater Sydney's 4.2% unemployment rate and surpassing its workforce participation rate (70.4% vs 60.0%). Dominant employment sectors include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Annandale specialises in professional & technical jobs with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level, but under-represents construction at 5.7% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data.

Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, Annandale's labour force increased by 0.1%, while employment declined by 0.9%, raising unemployment by 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labour force grow by 2.4%. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, favourable compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Annandale's employment mix suggests local employment should grow 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 2022 shows that Annandale SA2 has one of the highest incomes nationally. The median income is $78,637 and the average income is $121,333. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $88,553 (median) and $136,633 (average). Census data reveals that Annandale's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 93rd and 97th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 35.0% of individuals earn more than $4,000 weekly, compared to the surrounding region where the leading bracket is $1,500 - 2,999 at 30.9%. A significant 46.5% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income, but strong earnings 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 dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 22.8% houses and 77.2% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 30.0% houses and 70.0% 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, below Sydney metro's $3,500. The median weekly rent was $570, compared to Sydney metro's $600. 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 fairly typical 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%, composed of 31.6% lone person households and 5.7% group households. The median household size is 2.3 people, aligning with the Greater Sydney average.

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 and above, 60.8% hold university qualifications, compared to the Australian average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 37.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 18.9% and graduate diplomas at 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% of residents 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 23 active public transport stops, offering a mix of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 18 different routes, carrying out 6,376 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 167 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 910 trips per day across all routes, which amounts to approximately 277 weekly trips per individual stop.

Annandale's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though slightly higher across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Annandale. Prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but slightly higher across older, at-risk cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 79% of the total population (7,874 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.3 and 7.3% of residents respectively. 72.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 73.2% across Greater Sydney. As of 14th June 2021, 14.1% of Annandale's residents are aged 65 and over (1,400 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those among the broader 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's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 14.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Annandale, accounting for 36.8%. Judaism, however, was more prevalent in Annandale at 0.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 0.7%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (24.8%), Australian (21.4%), and Irish (10.4%). Notably, French (0.8% vs regional 0.8%), Russian (0.5% vs 0.5%), and Lebanese (1.0% vs 0.8%) ethnic groups were similarly represented in Annandale compared to the region.

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 percentage 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 have increased from 3.6% to 4.7%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 65-74 has decreased 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 45%, reaching 672 people from the current 464. 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.