Auburn - South

Auburn - South has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Auburn - South's population was around 9,757 as of February 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 897 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,860 people. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,330 in June 2024 and an additional 78 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 4,015 persons per square kilometer, placing Auburn - South among the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's population growth of 10.1% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney averages, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 75.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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 uses 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. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Auburn - South is expected to increase by approximately 952 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 5.4% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Auburn - South according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Auburn - South has seen approximately 39 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 197 homes were approved, with an additional 26 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 0.2 new residents have arrived per year for each new home over these five years, indicating that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand and providing ample buyer choice while allowing for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average construction cost of these new homes has been around $276,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms. In FY-26, approximately $37.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Sydney, Auburn - South shows significantly reduced construction levels, with 54.0% fewer dwellings approved per person than the regional average. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. The recent construction in Auburn - South comprises 52.0% detached houses and 48.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from the current housing mix of 73.0% houses.

This change reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements by offering a blend of attached housing types across different price ranges. With approximately 261 people per dwelling approval, Auburn - South has room for growth. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the location is projected to add around 525 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling population growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Auburn - South has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely to affect the region. Key initiatives include Aura by Crown Group, Berala Village Redevelopment, Berala TOD Precinct, and Pippita Rail Trail Lidcombe to Olympic Park. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment drivers in Auburn - South are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Auburn - South has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 9.4% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.6% over the past year. As of that date, 3,649 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 5.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation was lower at 54.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses showed that 30.1% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area had a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services had limited presence, with only 7.1% of employment compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.6%, while labour force grew by 3.3%, leading to an unemployment rise of 1.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.1% and unemployment rise by only 0.2 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Auburn - South's employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Auburn - South SA2's median income among taxpayers was $34,830 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $40,896 during the same period. These figures are lower than Greater Sydney's median and average incomes of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By September 2025, with an estimated Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%, these figures would be approximately $37,916 (median) and $44,519 (average). Census data indicates individual incomes at the 3rd percentile were $496 weekly, while household income was at the 36th percentile. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 dominated with 30.0% of residents (2,927 people), similar to regional levels where 30.9% occupied this range. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 78.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 30th percentile.

Auburn - South is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Auburn - South, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 72.8% houses and 27.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Auburn - South was at 30.7%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (32.4%) or rented (36.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $435, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Auburn - South's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Auburn - South features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 80.2% of all households, consisting of 48.9% couples with children, 16.9% couples without children, and 12.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.8%, with lone person households at 15.5% and group households making up 4.4% of the total. The median household size is 3.5 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Auburn - South fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 25.6%, significantly lower than the SA3 area average of 39.9%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational pathways account for 22.6% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 12.6%. Educational participation is high, with 35.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.2% in primary education, 9.0% in secondary education, and 7.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 47 active stops operating within Auburn-South. These are mixed bus services. There are 20 routes serving these stops, providing a total of 509 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 129 meters from the nearest stop. Most commuters travel outward due to residential nature. Car use dominates at 83%, while train use is 11%.

Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling, higher than regional average. High percentage, 30.1%, work from home (2021 Census). Average service frequency is 72 trips daily across all routes, approximately 10 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Auburn - South is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Auburn South faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (around 4,488 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

Diabetes and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 5.6% and 5.2% of residents respectively. About 79.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The area has 13.3% of residents aged 65 and over (around 1,298 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Auburn-South has a culturally diverse population, with 55.5% born overseas and 80.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion is Islam, practised by 47.7%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%. In terms of ancestry, the top groups are Other (34.4%), Chinese (23.0%), and Lebanese (11.4%), all higher than regional averages of 16.0%, 8.4%, and 2.6% respectively.

Notably, Vietnamese (2.7%) Korean (1.4%), and Sri Lankan (0.5%) groups are also overrepresented compared to regional figures of 1.8%, 1.1%, and 0.3%.

Auburn - South's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Auburn - South has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Auburn - South has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (15.5%) but fewer residents aged 45-54 (10.6%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the percentage of residents aged 15-24 has increased from 14.0% to 15.5%, while the 35-44 age group has grown from 12.5% to 13.7%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has decreased from 11.7% to 10.3%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 16.7% to 15.4%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Auburn - South, with the 75-84 age cohort projected to grow by 77%, adding 292 residents to reach a total of 670. This growth is part of an overall trend towards demographic aging, as residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 69% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 5-14 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.