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

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for SA2 areas, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For uncovered areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 (base year 2021) are used. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the population is expected to increase by 1,194 persons, a gain of 11.5% over 17 years, aligning with regional national median demographic trends.

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

Kangaroo Valley in Berry has seen approximately 64 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 323 homes were approved, with an additional 23 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 0.7 new residents have been arriving per year for each new home over these five years, suggesting that supply is meeting or exceeding demand and supporting potential population growth while offering greater buyer choice.

The average construction value of these new homes has been around $855,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year alone has seen $47.1 million in commercial approvals, reflecting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the rest of NSW, Berry - Kangaroo Valley maintains similar development levels per person, preserving 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. With approximately 216 people per dwelling approval, it indicates a low-density market. Future projections estimate Berry - Kangaroo Valley to add around 1,091 residents by 2041, suggesting that current development rates should comfortably meet demand and provide good conditions for buyers while potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 38 potential impact projects. Notable ones are Berry Lane, Planning and Heritage Investigations for Berry, Berry to Bomaderry Princes Highway Upgrade, Foxground and Berry Bypass. The following list details those likely to have the most relevance.

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

Kangaroo Valley in Berry has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 0.9%, with an estimated employment growth of 3.0% over the past year as of June 2025.

There are 3,972 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.8% below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation is lower at 48.4%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

Health care & social assistance employs 14.8% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 16.9%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited based on Census data analysis. From June 2024 to June 2025, employment levels increased by 3.0%, and the labour force grew by 2.6%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment contraction by 0.1% and an increase in unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data from Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. National unemployment is at 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Berry - Kangaroo Valley's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 indicates that Berry - Kangaroo Valley SA2 has a high national median income of $47,498 and an average income of $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, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $53,487 (median) and $82,848 (average). Census 2021 income data shows Berry - Kangaroo Valley's household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly between the 31st and 34th percentiles. The earnings profile reveals that 26.9% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, aligning with metropolitan regions where this cohort represents 29.9%. After housing costs, 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

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). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 87.8% houses and 12.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Berry-Kangaroo Valley was at 58.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.1% and rented ones at 14.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in the area was $400, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $350. Nationally, Berry-Kangaroo Valley's median monthly mortgage repayment exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while median weekly rent was higher than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 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 constitute the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 27.6% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of NSW.

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

Education in Berry-Kangaroo Valley shows notable superiority over broader averages. Among residents aged 15+, 30.5% have university qualifications, compared to 19.0% in the SA3 area and 21.3% in the Rest of NSW. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 20.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 13.2% and certificates for 25.0%.

Notably, 22.9% of the population is actively engaged in formal education. This includes 8.5% in primary education, 6.4% in secondary education, and 3.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis shows that Berry - Kangaroo Valley has 265 active public transport stops. These include both train and bus services. There are 28 different routes operating in total, providing a combined weekly passenger trip count of 2,712.

The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 124 meters from their nearest stop. On average, there are 387 trips per day across all routes, which equates to around 10 weekly trips per individual 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

Health data indicates significant challenges in Berry - Kangaroo Valley, with notable prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 56% (~5,327 people) have private health cover, higher than the 49.3% rate in Rest of NSW.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.5%) and mental health issues (6.8%). Around 62.3% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 59.4% in Rest of NSW. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 37.1% (3,527 people), compared to the 27.8% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing 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 was found to have below average cultural diversity, with 83.1% of its population born in Australia and 91.9% being citizens. English is spoken by 96.9% of residents at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, comprising 52.9%.

Judaism is overrepresented compared to Rest of NSW, making up 0.2% vs 0.1%. The top three ancestry groups are English (35.2%), Australian (27.5%), and Irish (10.8%). Scottish ancestry is notably overrepresented at 9.9%, Welsh at 0.7%, and French at 0.6%, compared to regional averages.

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

The median age in Berry - Kangaroo Valley is 56 years, 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, significantly higher than Rest of NSW's percentage and well above the national average of 9.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 11.5% to 12.7%, while the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 7.1% to 8.2%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 17.3% to 15.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Berry - Kangaroo Valley's age structure, with the 85+ cohort projected to grow by 62%, adding 256 residents to reach 668. However, population declines are projected for the 65 to 74 and 55 to 64 cohorts.