Artarmon
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Artarmon's population was around 9,863 as of Aug 2025. This showed an increase of 457 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,406. The change was inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 9,861 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 5,941 persons per square kilometer, placing Artarmon in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Artarmon's growth rate of 4.9% since the census was within 0.5 percentage points of its SA4 region (5.4%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 82.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted 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 were used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations were applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends suggest lower quartile growth, with Artarmon expected to grow by 415 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 4.2% over the 17 years.

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

Artarmon has seen approximately zero new homes approved each year. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis, with three homes approved over the past five financial years, from FY20 to FY25, and zero approvals so far in FY26. The population has been declining in recent years, but development activity has remained adequate relative to demand.

This has resulted in an adequate supply of housing, creating a well-balanced market with good buyer choice. New homes are being built at an average construction cost value of $767,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. Compared to Greater Sydney, Artarmon records significantly lower building activity, 92.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, although building activity has accelerated in recent years. This is also lower than nationally, reflecting a mature market and possible development constraints. New building activity shows 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% medium and high-density housing, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. Artarmon reflects a highly mature market with around 5194 people per dwelling approval.

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

AreaSearch has identified a total of 13 projects that are likely to impact the area's performance due to changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Key projects include Goodman Artarmon Data Centre, Abbott Road Affordable Housing, 64 Hampden Road Shop-Top Housing, and Chatswood Golf Club Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Artarmon has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Artarmon has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. As of June 2025, its unemployment rate is 5.9%.

In that month, 5,514 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.7% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation stands at 67.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The leading employment industries among residents include professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. Artarmon shows strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share of 1.8 times the regional level. Conversely, construction has lower representation at 3.9%, compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

Over the year to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.3% and employment declined by 0.8%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%. By Sep-25, NSW's employment had contracted by 0.41%, with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%, compared to the national unemployment rate of 4.5% and national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Artarmon's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.7% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations 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 aggregation of ATO data from financial year 2022 shows Artarmon had a median income among taxpayers of $66,735. The average level stood at $100,979. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the median national income of $56,994 and the average Greater Sydney income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Artarmon would be approximately $73,809 (median) and $111,683 (average) as of March 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in Artarmon rank highly nationally, between the 88th and 91st percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income analysis reveals that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 29.5% of residents (2,909 people), consistent with broader regional trends showing 30.9% in the same category. Economic strength is evident through 41.1% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 17.3% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 86th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Artarmon features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Artarmon's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 22.6% houses and 77.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metropolitan area had 41.1% houses and 58.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Artarmon stood at 25.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (23.6%) or rented (51.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,772, lower than Sydney metro's average of $3,033. The median weekly rent in Artarmon was $525, compared to Sydney metro's $560. Nationally, Artarmon's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Artarmon features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 69.4% of all households, including 36.4% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.6%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households comprising 5.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Sydney average.

Artarmon demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Artarmon's educational attainment significantly exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 61.2% possess university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 36.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational pathways account for 17.4%, with advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 7.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.6% in primary, 6.9% in tertiary, and 6.7% in secondary education. Artarmon Public School serves as the area's primary educational anchor, enrolling 1,157 students. The school demonstrates high performance (ICSEA: 1170), placing it among the most advantaged nationally. It focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas.

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

Artarmon has 19 active public transport stops operating currently. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 17 individual routes serving these stops, collectively providing 6,763 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in Artarmon is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 182 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 966 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 355 weekly trips per individual stop.

Artarmon's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Artarmon exhibits excellent health outcomes, with a low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The private health cover rate stands at approximately 72%, covering 7,071 people, compared to Greater Sydney's 78.2% and the national average of 55.3%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 6.0% and 5.6% of residents respectively.

A total of 79.2% of Artarmon residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 78.0%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.4%, or 1,325 people, than Greater Sydney's 15.7%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Artarmon are strong and broadly align with the general population's health profile.

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

Artarmon has a high level of cultural diversity, with 47.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 51.5% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Artarmon, comprising 35.3%. Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 0.8% versus 1.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (20.3%), English (16.5%), and Other (16.2%). Korean (1.7%) and Indian (7.1%) are notably more represented in Artarmon compared to regional averages of 1.8% and 3.1%, respectively, while Russian is slightly less represented at 0.5%.

Artarmon's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Artarmon's median age stands at 37 years, matching Greater Sydney's figure and remaining close to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group constitutes 18.5%, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 55-64 cohort makes up 8.7%. Between 2021 and present, Artarmon's 15 to 24 age group has grown from 9.3% to 11.7% of its population. Conversely, the 35 to 44 age group has decreased from 20.4% to 18.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Artarmon's age structure. Notably, the 85+ group is expected to grow by 146%, reaching 446 individuals from its current total of 181. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 78% of projected growth. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.