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 approximately 9,861 as of February 2026, showing an increase of 455 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,406. This growth reflects an estimated resident population of 9,861 from the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 29 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was around 5,940 persons per square kilometer, placing Artarmon in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. This growth rate of 4.8% since the census is within one percentage point of the SA4 region's growth rate of 5.8%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 82.2% of overall 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, 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. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Artarmon is expected to grow by 415 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 4.2% in total 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 four new homes approved annually. Between the financial years 2021 (FY-21) and 2025 (FY-25), 24 homes were approved, with no approvals recorded so far in FY-26.

During this period, population has decreased, suggesting that new supply has kept pace with demand, offering buyers good choice. The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings is $646,000, indicating a focus on the premium market by developers. Compared to Greater Sydney, Artarmon records significantly lower building activity, 92.0% below the regional average per person. This limited supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties, although development activity has increased recently. Nationally, this activity is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity comprises 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% medium and high-density housing, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

With around 5194 people per dwelling approval, Artarmon reflects a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Artarmon is forecasted to gain 415 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects 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 significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate was 5.6% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 0.6% over the past year. As of that date, 5,531 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 1.4% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Artarmon was 72.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 62.1% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries were professional & technical, finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. The area showed strong specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level, but lower representation in construction at 3.9%, compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 0.6% while labour force increased by 0.7%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a rise in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Artarmon's employment mix indicates that local employment should increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.2% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Artarmon SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $70,082 and an average income of $106,263 in financial year 2023. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high, compared to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $76,291 (median) and $115,678 (average), accounting for an 8.86% increase since financial year 2023. Incomes in Artarmon rank highly nationally, with household, family, and personal incomes between the 88th and 91st percentiles according to 2021 Census figures. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 dominates, with 29.5% of residents (2,908 people), similar to regional trends at 30.9%. High weekly earnings exceeding $3,000 are achieved by 41.1% of households, indicating strong consumer spending. Despite high housing costs consuming 17.3% of income, disposable income ranks at the 85th percentile nationally, and Artarmon'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 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 in the area was $2,772, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure for Artarmon was $525, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Artarmon's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

Artarmon features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 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 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 residents aged 15 and above have a notably higher educational attainment compared to national averages. Specifically, 61.2% of Artarmon's population holds university qualifications, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This high level of educational attainment is predominantly composed of bachelor degrees (36.6%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (20.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational pathways account for a significant portion as well, with advanced diplomas comprising 9.7% and certificates making up 7.7%.

Educational participation in the area is notably high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education programs. This includes primary education (11.6%), tertiary education (6.9%), and secondary education (6.7%).

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 combination of train and bus services. These stops cater to 17 different routes, facilitating 7,965 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 182 meters to the nearest stop. Primarily residential, Artarmon sees most residents commuting outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 56%, followed by train at 24% and walking at 10%. The area has a lower-than-average vehicle ownership rate of 0.6 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 62.1% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Public transport services operate an average of 1,137 trips daily across all routes, translating 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 exceptional results according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 74% of Artarmon's total population (7,297 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (6.0%) and mental health issues (5.6%). A higher proportion of residents, 79.2%, report being completely clear of medical ailments than the Greater Sydney average of 74.6%. Artarmon has a lower percentage of seniors aged 65 and over at 14.1% (1,385 people) compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. 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 a high level of cultural diversity, with 47.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 51.5% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Artarmon, making up 35.3% of people. Judaism, however, is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 0.8% versus 0.8%.

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 overrepresented in Artarmon compared to regional averages of 1.1% and 3.6%, respectively. Additionally, Russian is slightly overrepresented at 0.5%.

Artarmon's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Artarmon's median age is 37 years, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group comprises 18.1% of Artarmon's population compared to Greater Sydney. Conversely, the 55-64 age group represents 8.8%, which is less prevalent than in Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and the present day, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 9.3% to 12.0%. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 cohort has decreased from 20.4% to 18.1%, and the 5 to 14 age group has fallen from 14.2% to 13.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Artarmon's age structure. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 128%, reaching 446 people from a current figure of 195. This growth will contribute significantly to the overall increase in those aged 65 and above, who are projected to comprise 74% of Artarmon's population growth. However, the 25 to 34 and 15 to 24 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines in the same period.