Belmore - Belfield

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Belmore - Belfield's population is around 21,391 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,059 people (5.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,332 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 20,963 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 698 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 4,743 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, making land in the area a highly sought resource. Belmore - Belfield's 5.2% growth since the census positions it within 0.5 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.7%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 74.4% 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 utilizing 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. As we examine future population trends, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected, with the area expected to expand by 2,378 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 9.1% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Belmore - Belfield recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Belmore - Belfield has averaged around 58 new dwelling approvals per year, with 290 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 60 so far in FY-26. Given an average of 1.5 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, with recent figures showing this has accelerated to 4.7 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, suggesting increasing demand and tightening supply. New homes are being built at an average value of $381,000. Additionally, $8.5 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature.

When measured against Greater Sydney, Belmore - Belfield has similar development levels (per person), maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area. This activity is likewise lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and pointing to possible development constraints. New building activity shows 51.0% detached dwellings and 49.0% townhouses or apartments, showing an expanding range of medium-density options creating a mix of opportunities across price brackets, from traditional family housing to more affordable compact alternatives. At around 495 people per approval, Belmore - Belfield indicates a mature market.

Looking ahead, Belmore - Belfield is expected to grow by 1,950 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

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

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 42 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Belmore Sydney Metro Station Upgrade, Sydney Metro City & Southwest, the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Centre of Excellence, and The Balfour, Belfield, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Belmore - Belfield has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Belmore - Belfield possesses a well-educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of 5.1%, and 5.5% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 10,742 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.9% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation lags significantly (64.7% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a high 40.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Meanwhile, professional & technical services have a limited presence with 7.4% employment compared to 11.5% regionally. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.5% while the labour force increased by 5.2%, resulting in unemployment falling by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Belmore - Belfield. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Belmore - Belfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Belmore - Belfield SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Belmore - Belfield SA2's median income among taxpayers is $50,225 and the average income stands at $62,028, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $54,675 (median) and $67,524 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household income ranks at the 37th percentile ($1,525 weekly), while personal income sits at the 19th percentile. The data shows the predominant cohort spans 30.8% of locals (6,588 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 30.9% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 32nd percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Belmore - Belfield displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Belmore - Belfield, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 51.2% houses and 48.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Belmore - Belfield was in line with that of Sydney metro, at 29.3%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (30.0%) or rented (40.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Sydney metro average at $2,169, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $395, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Belmore - Belfield's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

Belmore - Belfield has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households dominate at 71.6% of all households, comprising 34.7% couples with children, 20.4% couples without children, and 14.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.4%, with lone person households at 24.8% and group households comprising 3.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.7 people matches the Greater Sydney average.

Educational attainment in Belmore - Belfield aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (27.8%) substantially below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 28.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (17.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 6.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 129 active transport stops operating within Belmore - Belfield, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 41 individual routes, collectively providing 4,746 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 140 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 75%, with 15% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling. A high 40.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 678 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 36 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Belmore - Belfield's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across Belmore - Belfield, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Younger cohorts in particular see very low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~10,652 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and diabetes, impacting 6.2% and 5.8% of residents, respectively, while 76.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 18.2% of residents aged 65 and over (3,895 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

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

Belmore - Belfield is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 48.2% of its population born overseas and 63.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Belmore - Belfield is Christianity, which makes up 60.7% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Islam, which comprises 12.2% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Belmore - Belfield are Other, comprising 20.8% of the population, Lebanese, comprising 12.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 2.6%, and Greek, comprising 10.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 1.9%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 3.2% of Belmore - Belfield (vs 1.1% regionally), Vietnamese at 3.4% (vs 1.8%) and Italian at 6.3% (vs 3.4%).

Belmore - Belfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The 39-year median age in Belmore - Belfield is somewhat higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and similarly very close to the 38-year national average. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 55 - 64 cohort is notably over-represented (12.4% locally), while 35 - 44 year-olds are under-represented (12.7%). Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 12.3% to 13.4% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.5% to 12.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Belmore - Belfield. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 52% (702 people), reaching 2,046 from 1,343. Demographic aging continues as residents 65 and older represent 64% of anticipated growth. On the other hand, the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.