Bass Hill - Georges Hall

Population growth drivers in Bass Hill - Georges Hall are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Bass Hill - Georges Hall's population is around 24,784 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 929 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 23,855 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 24,701 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 98 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,778 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Bass Hill - Georges Hall's growth rate of 3.9% since census positions it within 1.5 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.4%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 73.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected, with the area expected to grow by 2,416 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 9.4% in total over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Bass Hill - Georges Hall when compared nationally

Bass Hill-Georges Hall has recorded approximately 137 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25689 homes have been approved, with an additional 102 approved in FY26 so far. The average number of new residents per year per dwelling constructed over these five years is around one.

This suggests that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially driving population growth beyond current expectations. The average expected construction cost value of new properties is $326,000. In FY26, there have been $20.0 million in commercial approvals, indicating balanced commercial development activity compared to Greater Sydney. In terms of dwelling types, 34% are standalone homes and 66% are attached dwellings, reflecting a shift from the area's current housing composition, which is 78% houses. This trend towards denser development caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

Bass Hill-Georges Hall has a population density of around 208 people per approval, indicating a low-density area. According to AreaSearch quarterly estimates, the area is projected to gain approximately 2,333 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Bass Hill - Georges Hall has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 29 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Bankstown Central Masterplan, Villawood Place Mixed-Use Precinct (Stage 3 Expansion), 977 Hume Highway Lansdowne Mixed Use Development, and 77 Orchard Road Child Care Centre. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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The labour market performance in Bass Hill - Georges Hall lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Bass Hill - Georges Hall has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 10.8% in December 2025, which is higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.6%.

There were 9,619 residents in work as of December 2025. Workforce participation in Bass Hill - Georges Hall was 56.2%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's 68.8%. A high proportion of residents, 35.7%, worked from home according to Census responses, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

There is strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have lower representation at 6.0% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 4.6% while labour force increased by 5.3%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Bass Hill - Georges Hall's employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% 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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Bass Hill - Georges Hall SA2 is below the national average. The median income is $46,450 and the average income stands at $57,141. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $51,244 (median) and $63,038 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, individual incomes lag at the 6th percentile with $539 weekly income, while household income performs better at the 29th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 28.4% of residents fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket (7,038 people), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 30.9% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 77.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 20th percentile.

Bass Hill - Georges Hall is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Bass Hill-Georges Hall, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.9% houses and 22.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bass Hill-Georges Hall stood at 32.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.6% and rented ones at 34.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,400, below the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $400, compared to Sydney metro's $475. Nationally, Bass Hill-Georges Hall's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Bass Hill - Georges Hall features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households are the majority, making up 79.7% of all households. They consist of couples with children at 43.1%, couples without children at 17.5%, and single parent families at 17.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.3%, with lone person households at 19.0% and group households at 1.4%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Bass Hill - Georges Hall shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 19.7%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 31.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (20.7%). Educational participation is high, with 36.6% currently enrolled in formal education: 13.5% in primary, 11.0% in secondary, and 5.6% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 36.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.5% in primary education, 11.0% in secondary education, and 5.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Bass Hill - Georges Hall has 202 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 27 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,497 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 134 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to the area's predominantly residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 89% of residents. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant 35.7% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 213 trips per day across all routes, equating to roughly seven weekly trips per stop. A map showing the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint accompanies this information.

Health performance in Bass Hill - Georges Hall is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Bass Hill-Georges Hall faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (around 11,797 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 7.2% and 6.2% of residents respectively. Around 74.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 15.5% of residents aged 65 and over (3,851 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Bass Hill - Georges Hall is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Bass Hill-Georges Hall has a high cultural diversity, with 36.8% of its population born overseas and 59.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Bass Hill-Georges Hall, comprising 47.0% of the population. Islam is overrepresented, making up 34.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Lebanese (21.2%), Other (19.8%), and Australian (15.0%). Notably, Vietnamese (8.3%) and Macedonian (1.5%) are overrepresented, while Greek (3.4%) is slightly above the regional average of 1.9%.

Bass Hill - Georges Hall's population is younger than the national pattern

Bass Hill-Georges Hall has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and the national average of 38. The 5-14 age group makes up 15.7% of the population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage. However, the 25-34 cohort comprises only 12.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 13.7% to 16.0%, while the 85+ cohort has decreased from 2.7% to 2.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes. The 25-34 age group is projected to increase by 456 people (15%), from 3,038 to 3,495. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are projected to decline in population.