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Belmont - Bennetts Green has an estimated 17,879 residents, up 0.1% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Belmont - Bennetts Green.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Belmont - Bennetts Green Statistical Area (Lv2), located 103 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 17,879 as of Aug 2026. This represents minimal change from the 17,864 people recorded at the 2021 Census, based on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census. The area is noted for strong service amenity, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated construction employment and a marked mining employment presence. Its population includes a high proportion of elderly residents, with pronounced representation among people aged 85 and over and a substantial presence of those aged 75 to 84. Population growth has been limited.
Situated in NSW, Australia, Belmont - Bennetts Green is characterised by its natural surroundings and relaxed atmosphere, with lakes, green parks and beaches alongside opportunities for boating, fishing, cycling and hiking. It has a friendly community and a vibrant local culture, with cafes, restaurants and local shops serving residents and visitors.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Belmont - Bennetts Green Statistical Area (Lv2), located 103 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 17,879 as of Aug 2026. This represents minimal change from the 17,864 people recorded at the 2021 Census, based on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census. The area is noted for strong service amenity, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated construction employment and a marked mining employment presence. Its population includes a high proportion of elderly residents, with pronounced representation among people aged 85 and over and a substantial presence of those aged 75 to 84. Population growth has been limited.
Situated in NSW, Australia, Belmont - Bennetts Green is characterised by its natural surroundings and relaxed atmosphere, with lakes, green parks and beaches alongside opportunities for boating, fishing, cycling and hiking. It has a friendly community and a vibrant local culture, with cafes, restaurants and local shops serving residents and visitors.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 16,335 in 2001 and 17,863 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 17,879 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 12.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.3%.
Belmont - Bennetts Green ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for amenities and the 59th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Belmont - Bennetts Green is $655 a week, up 9.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 13% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.4%.
13% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $438 in 2017, $700 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $310 in 2017, $468 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/66 Tudor Street, Belmont NSW 2280 | $780,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 21 Halyard Way, Belmont NSW 2280 | $1,400,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Crown Street, Belmont NSW 2280 | $1,100,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 44 Ntaba Road, Jewells NSW 2280 | $1,115,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 55/2 Templar Place, Bennetts Green NSW 2290 | $790,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 4 Warrior Street, Belmont North NSW 2280 | $880,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/27 Ernest Street, Belmont NSW 2280 | $700,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1/8 George Street, Belmont NSW 2280 | $705,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 21 Halewood Close, Jewells NSW 2280 | $1,111,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 310/11 Ernest Street, Belmont NSW 2280 | $610,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 20 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 7 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $993,050 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $740k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $993,050 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 20 Jul 2026 to 7 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $700 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $468 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - East | $682 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - East, over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 187 tracked applications: 71 approved, 39 under assessment, 77 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 11 projects in Belmont - Bennetts Green (3 under construction) and 69 more in the surrounding area.
Repurposing of the 4.04-hectare former Bunnings site into a modern retail hub. The project features a 3,800sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket and specialty tenancies for food, health, and services. It includes adaptive reuse of the existing warehouse structure, 341 at-grade parking spaces, and Direct to Boot facilities.
DA-approved development site sold in February 2025 for the construction of five free-standing three-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom townhouses with high-quality finishes, private outdoor spaces, and north-facing decks in the lakeside suburb of Belmont North. Designed by award-winning architects SHAC.
Approved demolition of existing structures and construction of a mixed-use, multi-storey development across 14 lots at 32-42 Brooks Parade, 2-10 Sharp Street and 5-11 Edgar Street, Belmont.
A new residential estate in Belmont North offering house and land packages along the coastline of Lake Macquarie, with access to local amenities, schools, shopping, and recreational facilities. It is 20 minutes from Newcastle and combines coastal lifestyle with suburban convenience.
A trial initiative by Lake Macquarie City Council in partnership with Allambi Care to place two self-contained, affordable, two-bedroom transportable tiny homes on council-owned land in Belmont North, providing housing for young people and families at risk of homelessness.
A DA-approved four-level residential apartment complex in Belmont, located near Lake Macquarie. The development comprises 27 apartments, including 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, with a rooftop garden and outdoor dining area. The DA-approved site is currently for sale, as the original owner has had a change in circumstances.
New Community Recycling Centre to boost waste and sustainability offerings around Lake Macquarie. Part of Council's commitment to environmental management and community access to recycling services.
A completed 30,000 square metre large format retail precinct featuring Bunnings Warehouse, Spotlight, Anaconda, McDonald's, KFC, BP service station with Wild Bean Cafe, Nick Scali, Harris Scarfe, PetStock, and Road Tech Marine. The development opened in stages from October 2020 and has created over 600 ongoing jobs for the local community.
Lake Macquarie's new commercial and light industrial development offering exceptional quality units with innovative space for business owners, trades, start-ups, hobbyists, and entrepreneurs. Features high-quality concrete construction, mezzanines, dedicated parking, and amenities.
A 1.5km shared pathway linking the end of the Fernleigh Track at Belmont with Blacksmiths Beach, including sections of boardwalk and a viewing platform.
Multi-stage foreshore stabilisation and rehabilitation project protecting Belmont Bay and Village Bay from erosion, wave overtopping, tidal inundation and flooding.
A boutique residential subdivision of approximately 1.25 hectares into 13 low-density lots in a quiet cul-de-sac in Eleebana, with part of the site designated for environmental conservation. The project includes demolition of existing dwelling and offers family-friendly access to schools, recreation, and Lake Macquarie foreshore.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 10, 2027 10, 2028 4, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 1. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 187 substantial development applications lodged in and around Belmont - Bennetts Green over the past 5 years, 140 in the last 12 months; 39 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 13, 2023 13, 2024 9, 2025 14, 2026 (to Oct) 136.
Key application 36 Macquarie Street, Belmont Mixed Use | $26m | 34 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 187 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 140 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 39 | ABS building approvals | 50th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 71 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 include: Woolworths Belmont North Supermarket Development (Approved); 364 Pacific Highway Townhouse Development (Approved); Lorikeet Ridge Estate (Construction); Brooks Parade Belmont Mixed Use Development (Approved); and Belmont Sports Fields Master Plan (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 vicinity.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Belmont - Bennetts Green, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 area has seen 86 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2's current population of 17,879 has been supported by 39 approvals on average over recent years.
The Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 has seen 2.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 504 people in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 39, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 has seen 195 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Belmont - Bennetts Green is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,879 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 805 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,864 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 15 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 22.21 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 was estimated to be approximately 17,879 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 17,863 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The belmont - bennetts green sa2 has added approximately 15 people and shown a 0.08% increase from the 17,864 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is estimated at 805 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Belmont - Bennetts Green hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 74th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Belmont - Bennetts Green is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 85+ group, making up 3.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 11.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.5% of the population in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.4% of the population in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,770 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,250 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,538 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $745 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,051 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is approximately $63,583. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,770.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is approximately $81,115. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,250.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is approximately $63,583 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,770 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is approximately $81,115 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,250 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2's households (~29.3% / 2,035 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.3% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is $1,538/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is $2,051/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is $745/wk.
The Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2's income level is above the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2's median income among taxpayers is $59,770 and the average income stands at $76,250, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,583 (median) and $81,115 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is $5,570 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The belmont - bennetts green sa2's disposable income is $5,570 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Belmont - Bennetts Green recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,641 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,875 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,055 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 has approximately 8,641 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 stands at 4.6%, which is broadly in line with Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.2% of employment), construction (13.8%), and retail trade (9.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is 61.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The belmont - bennetts green sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.8% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The belmont - bennetts green sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Belmont - Bennetts Green shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
19.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
38.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The belmont - bennetts green sa2 ranks in the 44th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 are: Certificate (31.1%), Bachelor Degree (14.0%), Advanced Diploma (10.5%).
26.8% of the population in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.5% in primary school, 7.3% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is 1007, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 7 schools within the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,986 students.
The belmont - bennetts green sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Belmont - Bennetts Green features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.9% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,939 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,945 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 71.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 had 6,939 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 6,945 households today.
The average household size in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 71.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.0%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,975 family households, couples with children account for 28.9% of all households, couples without children at home 29.7%, and single parent families 12.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 48.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.0% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 26.0% of all households in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Belmont - Bennetts Green is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.7% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Belmont - Bennetts Green was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 90.5% of its population born in Australia, 93.7% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Belmont - Bennetts Green was found to be Christianity, which makes up 54.9% of people in Belmont - Bennetts Green. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Belmont - Bennetts Green are English, comprising 32.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.6% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 9.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Belmont - Bennetts Green (vs 0.5% across Regional NSW), Australian Aboriginal at 3.4% (vs 4.6%) and Macedonian at 0.2% (vs 0.4%).
9.5% of the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.0% of the population in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.4% of the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.7% of the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Belmont - Bennetts Green is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 80.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,009 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, 40.4% of homes are owned outright, 36.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 80.6% of dwellings in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 are houses.
In the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, 7.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 stands at 40.4%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is $2,009, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is $1,094, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 30.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 30.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 23.4% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 consists of 80.6% detached houses, 11.0% semi-detached dwellings, 7.3% apartments, and 1.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Belmont - Bennetts Green consumes approximately 16.4% of median household income ($6,660 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Belmont - Bennetts Green show attached dwellings contributing 47% of approvals compared to 19% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 53% of applications versus 81% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Belmont - Bennetts Green is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 60th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, 7.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.6% of people in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.0% of people in the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2, 55.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 59 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 59th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 209 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,282 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 86 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 57 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 22.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 209 public transport stops within the Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2.
The Belmont - Bennetts Green SA2 has 1,282 weekly trips across 57 routes, averaging 183 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 144 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 514 m away and the nearest school 586 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 209 stops nearby, 1,282 weekly trips, access rating 59 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 96th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 514 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 586 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 840 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 870 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 6 long day care centres with 540 places in Belmont - Bennetts Green, about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Belmont - Bennetts Green, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Belmont - Bennetts Green has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Belmont - Bennetts Green's established property market has recorded 323 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 88% residential and 12% commercial transactions.
Belmont - Bennetts Green is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Belmont - Bennetts Green hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Belmont - Bennetts Green recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Belmont - Bennetts Green shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Belmont - Bennetts Green features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Belmont - Bennetts Green is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Belmont - Bennetts Green is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Belmont - Bennetts Green is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Belmont - Bennetts Green has an estimated 17,879 residents, up 0.1% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Belmont - Bennetts Green.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Belmont - Bennetts Green.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (111011206). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Belmont - Bennetts Green from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Belmont - Bennetts Green with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
