Belmore - Belfield
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Belmore - Belfield's population is approximately 21,026 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 694 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 20,332. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 20,970 in June 2024 and an additional 692 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 4,662 persons per square kilometer, placing Belmore - Belfield within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 3.4% growth since the census is just 1.2 percentage points below the SA3 area's growth rate of 4.6%, indicating strong population fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 74.4% of overall population gains in recent periods, driving primary growth in Belmore - Belfield.

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, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Belmore - Belfield's population is expected to increase by approximately 2,378 persons, representing an 11.0% total gain over the 17-year period.

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 averaged approximately 58 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 290 homes approved during this period and an additional 41 approved in FY26. On average, each dwelling constructed has accommodated around 1.5 new residents per year over these five years. However, this figure has increased to 4.7 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting a rise in demand and tightening supply. The average construction value of new homes is $572,000.

This financial year, $8.5 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, indicating the area's predominantly residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Belmore-Belfield maintains similar development levels per capita, reflecting a balanced market consistent with the broader region. Nationally, however, development activity is lower, pointing towards market maturity and possible constraints. The current building activity comprises 51% detached dwellings and 49% townhouses or apartments, offering diverse medium-density options across various price brackets.

With approximately 495 people per approval, Belmore-Belfield indicates a mature market. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by 2,315 residents. Current building activity appears to be keeping pace with these growth projections, although increased competition among buyers may arise as the population expands.

Belmore - Belfield 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 40 projects that could impact this region. Major initiatives include Belmore Sydney Metro Station Upgrade, Sydney Metro City & Southwest, Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Centre of Excellence, and 2-6 Punchbowl Road, Belfield. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Belmore - Belfield has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Belmore-Belfield has a well-educated workforce with professional services showing strong representation. The unemployment rate was 5.1% in June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 2.3% over the past year.

As of this date, there were 10,744 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 0.9% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Belmore-Belfield lagged significantly at 49.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The leading employment industries among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Notably, transport, postal & warehousing had employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services had limited presence with only 7.4% of employment compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment in Belmore-Belfield increased by 2.3%, while labour force increased by 2.6%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a similar rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Belmore-Belfield's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Belmore-Belfield's median income among taxpayers was $45,746 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $58,502 during the same period. These figures are below Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Belmore-Belfield's median income will be approximately $51,515 and average income around $65,879, based on a 12.61% growth in wages since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 37th percentile ($1,525 weekly), while personal income sits at the 19th percentile. The dominant income cohort spans 30.8% of locals (6,476 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to surrounding regions where 30.9% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 32nd percentile. 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

Belmore-Belfield's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 51.2% houses and 48.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 48.7% houses and 51.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Belmore-Belfield was 29.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.0% and rented ones at 40.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,169, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent figure was $395, compared to Sydney metro's $390. Nationally, Belmore-Belfield's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,169 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents exceeded the national figure of $375 at $395.

Belmore - Belfield has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 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 is 2.7 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 27.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 28.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 17.3%. Educational participation is high, with 31.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.5% in primary, 8.3% in secondary, and 6.9% pursuing tertiary education. There are eight schools operating within Belmore - Belfield, educating approximately 2,170 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1015) with balanced educational opportunities. Education provision is balanced with six primary and two secondary schools serving distinct age groups. Note: for schools showing 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Transport analysis indicates 94 active stops operating in Belmore-Belfield area, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 41 distinct routes that collectively facilitate 6,619 weekly passenger trips. The transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 136 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 945 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 70 weekly trips per individual stop.

Belmore - Belfield's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Belmore-Belfield. Both young and old age cohorts exhibit low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~10,323 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and diabetes, impacting 6.2% and 5.8% of residents respectively. A total of 76.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.7% across Greater Sydney. The area has 17.7% of residents aged 65 and over (3,725 people), which is higher than the 15.8% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

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 has a highly diverse population, with 48.2% born overseas and 63.8% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Belmore-Belfield, accounting for 60.7%. Islam's representation stands at 12.2%, lower than Greater Sydney's average of 24.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (20.8%), Lebanese (12.5%), and Greek (10.8%). Notably, Korean (3.2%) and Vietnamese (3.4%) populations are higher than regional averages, while Italian representation is notably high at 6.3% compared to the region's average of 3.9%.

Belmore - Belfield's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Belmore - Belfield is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to Australia's national average of 38 years. The 55-64 age cohort is notably over-represented at 12.3% locally compared to the Greater Sydney average, while the 35-44 age group is under-represented at 12.8%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has grown from 12.3% to 13.2%, while the 35-44 cohort has declined from 13.5% to 12.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Belmore - Belfield, with the 75-84 age group expected to grow by 59% (an increase of 761 people, reaching 2,046 from 1,284). The demographic aging trend continues as residents aged 65 and older represent 63% of anticipated growth. Conversely, the 5-14 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.