Artarmon

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 9,907 as of May 2026, reflecting an increase of 501 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 5.3% rise from the previous population count of 9,406 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,907 as of June 2025 and an additional 29 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 5,968 persons per square kilometer, placing Artarmon within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 5.3% since the census is close to that of its SA4 region at 5.9%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 86.2% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving Artarmon's population growth.

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, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, 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 trends suggest lower quartile growth, with Artarmon expected to grow by 361 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 3.6% over the 16-year period.

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 four new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, with 24 approvals between FY21-FY25 and none yet in FY26. The population decline during this period suggests that new supply has likely been meeting demand, providing good options for buyers.

Developers have focused on premium market developments, with average dwelling construction costs at $646,000. Compared to Greater Sydney, Artarmon's building activity is 92.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. However, development activity has increased recently. Nationally, Artarmon's activity is also below average, indicating a mature area with potential planning constraints. New building activity consists of 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% medium to high-density housing, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

With around 5194 people per dwelling approval, Artarmon reflects a highly mature market. By 2041, Artarmon is projected to gain 361 residents. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones include Goodman Artarmon Data Centre, Abbott Road Affordable Housing, 64 Hampden Road Shop-Top Housing, and St Andrews Anglican Church Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Artarmon has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Artarmon has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in the technology sector. The unemployment rate was 4.8% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2%.

As of December 2025, 5,561 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, which is 0.6% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Artarmon was 71.1%, slightly above Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 62.1% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The leading employment industries were professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance.

Artarmon showed strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level, while construction had lower representation at 3.9% compared to the regional average of 8.6%. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 2.0%, and labour force increased by 1.1%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Artarmon's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, although 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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Artarmon SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $70,082 with an average level standing at $106,263. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the national levels of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% from financial year ended June 2023 to March 2026, current estimates would be approximately $77,314 (median) and $117,229 (average). According to the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family, and personal incomes all rank highly in Artarmon, between the 88th and 91st percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 29.5% of residents (2,922 people), consistent with broader trends across regional levels 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, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 85th percentile and 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 contrast, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Artarmon was at 25.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 23.6% and rented ones at 51.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,772, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Artarmon was $525, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Artarmon's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,772 versus 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 lower-than-average 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 comprise the remaining 30.6%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households making up 5.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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 residents aged 15+ have a higher proportion of university qualifications, at 61.2%, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. This educational advantage is notable with bachelor degrees being the most prevalent at 36.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational pathways make up 17.4% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 7.7%. Educational participation is high in Artarmon, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.6% in primary education, 6.9% in tertiary education, and 6.7% pursuing secondary education.

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

Artarmon has 21 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 17 routes, collectively facilitating 7,965 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically residing 182 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Artarmon's residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 56%, followed by trains at 24% and walking at 10%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.6 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 62.1% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,137 trips per day, equating to approximately 379 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's health outcomes show remarkable results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 74% of Artarmon's total population (7,331 people) has private health cover, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 6.0% and 5.6% of residents respectively. A total of 79.2% of Artarmon residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.8% (1,367 people) than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors in Artarmon are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

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 high cultural diversity, with 47.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 51.5% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, at 35.3%. Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, at 0.8% versus 0.8%.

Top ancestry groups are Chinese (20.3%, regional average: 8.4%), English (16.5%) and Other (16.2%). Korean (1.7% vs 1.1%), Indian (7.1% vs 3.6%) and Russian (0.5% vs 0.4%) are notably overrepresented.

Artarmon's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Artarmon's median age is 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38. The 35-44 age group constitutes 18.2% of Artarmon's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort makes up 8.8%, lower than Greater Sydney's figure. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has risen from 9.3% to 12.4%. The 25 to 34 cohort increased from 15.5% to 16.5%, while the 35 to 44 group declined from 20.4% to 18.2%. The 5 to 14 age group decreased from 14.2% to 12.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Artarmon's age structure. Notably, the 75 to 84 cohort is projected to grow by 55%, reaching 698 people from 450. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 75% of the projected growth. Conversely, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to experience population declines.