Berry - Kangaroo Valley

Population growth drivers in Berry - Kangaroo Valley are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Berry Kangaroo Valley's population was 9,489 as of the 2021 Census. By Nov 2025, it is estimated to be around 9,513, an increase of 24 people (0.3%). This change is inferred from ABS' June 2024 estimate of 9,412 and 118 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density as of Nov 2025 is approximately 17.7 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration was the primary driver of recent population growth in the area.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For uncovered areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. 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, Berry Kangaroo Valley is expected to increase by around 1,194 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of approximately 11.5% over the 17-year period. This projected growth aligns with the median rate for regional areas nationally.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Berry - Kangaroo Valley when compared nationally

Kangaroo Valley has seen approximately 64 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 323 homes were approved, with another 31 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 0.7 new residents per year have been arriving for each new home approved between FY21 and FY25, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand.

This has led to greater buyer choice while supporting potential population growth above projections. The average value of new homes being built is around $564,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In terms of commercial development, there have been $47.1 million in approvals this financial year, indicating strong momentum.

When compared to the rest of NSW, Kangaroo Valley has similar development levels per person, maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area. The new development consists of 74% detached houses and 26% attached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 216 people per dwelling approval in the location. Future projections estimate that Kangaroo Valley will add around 1,091 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Berry - Kangaroo Valley has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 38 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Berry Lane improvements, Planning and Heritage Investigations for Berry, Berry to Bomaderry Princes Highway Upgrade, and Foxground and Berry Bypass. The following list details projects most relevant to the area.

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The labour market strength in Berry - Kangaroo Valley positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Kangaroo Valley has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.2% as of September 2025, compared to the Rest of NSW's 3.8%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.2%. As of September 2025, 4,020 residents were in work, with workforce participation at 48.4%, lower than the Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area has a particular specialization in professional & technical services, employing 1.6 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance employs only 14.8% of local workers, below the Rest of NSW's 16.9%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as suggested by the difference between Census working population and resident population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.2%, while labour force increased by 3.5%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment contract by 0.5% and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points during the same period. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, losing 2,260 jobs, with a state unemployment rate of 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kangaroo Valley's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localized population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Berry - Kangaroo Valley SA2 has high national incomes. The median is $47,498 and the average is $73,571. This contrasts with Rest of NSW's median income of $49,459 and average income of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Berry - Kangaroo Valley are approximately $53,487 (median) and $82,848 (average) as of September 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family and personal incomes in Berry - Kangaroo Valley rank modestly between the 31st and 34th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 26.9% of residents earn $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with metropolitan regions where this cohort represents 29.9%. After housing expenses, 86.4% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Berry - Kangaroo Valley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Berry - Kangaroo Valley, as per the latest Census, consisted of 83.1% houses and 16.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro NSW's 87.8% houses and 12.2% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Berry - Kangaroo Valley was 58.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.1% and rented dwellings at 14.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $350. Nationally, Berry - Kangaroo Valley's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Berry - Kangaroo Valley has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 70.1% of all households, including 21.4% couples with children, 41.2% couples without children, and 6.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 27.6% and group households comprising 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which aligns with the average in the Rest of NSW.

The educational profile of Berry - Kangaroo Valley exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Berry-Kangaroo Valley's educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 30.5% hold university qualifications compared to SA3 area's 19.0% and Rest of NSW's 21.3%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 38.2% holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (25.0%).

A substantial 22.9% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, comprising primary (8.5%), secondary (6.4%), and tertiary (3.0%) education levels.

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

Berry Kangaroo Valley has 265 active public transport stops. These include a mix of train and bus services. The area is served by 28 individual routes that collectively provide 2,712 weekly passenger trips.

Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 124 meters to the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 387 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 10 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Berry - Kangaroo Valley is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Berry Kangaroo Valley faces significant health challenges with high prevalence of common conditions across age groups. Approximately 56% (~5,327 people) have private health cover, compared to 49.3% in Rest of NSW.

Arthritis and mental health issues are the most prevalent, affecting 12.5% and 6.8% respectively. However, 62.3% report no medical ailments, higher than Rest of NSW's 59.4%. The area has a larger senior population at 37.1% (3,527 people), compared to Rest of NSW's 27.8%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are above average and better than the general population in health metrics.

Berry - Kangaroo Valley is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Berry-Kangaroo Valley, surveyed in 2016, exhibited lower cultural diversity with 83.1% of its residents born in Australia and 91.9% being citizens. English was the language spoken at home by 96.9%. Christianity dominated religiously, comprising 52.9%.

Judaism, though small at 0.2%, was higher than Rest of NSW's 0.1%. Ancestral breakdown showed English at 35.2%, Australian at 27.5%, and Irish at 10.8%. Scottish (9.9%) and Welsh (0.7%) were overrepresented, while French (0.6%) was slightly higher than regional averages.

Berry - Kangaroo Valley ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Berry-Kangaroo Valley is 56 years, which is notably higher than Rest of NSW's average of 43 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group comprises 20.0% of the population compared to Rest of NSW's figure, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 6.9%, lower than Rest of NSW's percentage. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is significantly higher than the national average of 9.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 11.5% to 12.7%, and the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 7.1% to 8.2%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort decreased from 17.3% to 15.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Berry-Kangaroo Valley's age structure. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 62%, adding 256 residents to reach a total of 668. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 65-74 and 55-64 cohorts.