Blue Haven - San Remo

Blue Haven - San Remo is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Blue Haven - San Remo's population was approximately 11,728 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 438 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,290. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 11,723 in June 2025 and six additional validated addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 559 persons per square kilometer. Blue Haven - San Remo's growth rate of 3.9% since the 2021 census surpassed the SA4 region's growth rate of 3.4%. Natural growth contributed approximately 70.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where necessary, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, the area's population is expected to decline by 20 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are anticipated to grow; notably, the 85 and over age group is projected to increase by 204 people.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Blue Haven - San Remo according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Blue Haven - San Remo averaged approximately 21 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 109 homes. As of FY-26, 16 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.4 new residents per year per dwelling were constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand creating stable market conditions. The average construction cost value of new homes was $228,000, under regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers.

In FY-26, $55,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Blue Haven - San Remo has significantly less development activity, 56.0% below the regional average per person, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. This level is also below national averages, indicating the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity shows 72.0% detached houses and 28.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. This represents a considerable change from the current housing mix of 96.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 893 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment.

Population projections indicate stability or decline, suggesting reduced housing demand pressures in Blue Haven - San Remo, benefiting potential buyers.

Blue Haven - San Remo has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 13 projects likely impacting the region. Notable projects include Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre Expansion, Colongra Sporting Complex, Waratah Super Battery, and Lake Haven Centre Redevelopment. The following details projects expected to have the most relevance.

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The employment landscape in Blue Haven - San Remo shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Blue Haven - San Remo has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 5.8% and estimated employment growth of 3.7% in the past year. As of December 2025, there are 5,520 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.9%.

Workforce participation is lower than Greater Sydney's at 63.8%. A moderate 16.9% of residents work from home. The leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade has a strong presence, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

Professional & technical services have limited representation at 2.4%, compared to 11.5% regionally. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data. Over the year to December 2025, employment increased by 3.7% while labour force also grew by 3.7%, with unemployment remaining stable. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.2%, labour force expanded by 2.3%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Blue Haven - San Remo's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simple 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 2023 shows that Blue Haven - San Remo SA2 has lower incomes compared to national averages. The median income is $53,210 and the average is $59,306. In contrast, Greater Sydney has a median income of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $58,701 (median) and $65,426 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Blue Haven - San Remo rank modestly, between the 26th and 35th percentiles. The income distribution shows that 37.5% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which aligns with the broader area's figure of 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 31st percentile.

Blue Haven - San Remo is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

As per the latest Census data, in Blue Haven - San Remo, 96.5% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 3.5% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan areas where 55.9% of dwellings are houses. Home ownership in Blue Haven - San Remo stood at 26.3%, lower than Sydney's 70.8%. Of the remaining dwellings, 41.3% were mortgaged and 32.4% rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, below Sydney's average of $2,427 but above the national average of $1,863. Meanwhile, median weekly rent in Blue Haven - San Remo was $400, higher than the national figure of $375 but lower than Sydney's $470.

Blue Haven - San Remo has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.6% of all households, including 31.1% couples with children, 23.2% couples without children, and 21.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 23.4%, with lone person households at 19.6% and group households comprising 3.6%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Blue Haven - San Remo faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 8.2%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.1%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 8.7% and certificates at 34.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 2.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Blue Haven - San Remo has 74 active public transport stops operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 46 individual routes that collectively provide 979 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 176 meters from the nearest transport stop. Most residents commute outward due to its primarily residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 139 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Blue Haven - San Remo is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Blue Haven - San Remo faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population (around 5,676 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues affect 11.9% of residents, while asthma impacts 10.3%. Approximately 61.2% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 14.3% of residents aged 65 and over (1,679 people), which is lower than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

Blue Haven - San Remo is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Blue Haven - San Remo, surveyed in 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 89.6% of its population born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 95.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 49.7%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 49.2%. Ancestry wise, Australians made up 33.1%, English 30.0%, and Australian Aboriginal 6.9%, all substantially higher than regional averages of 17.8%, 19.0%, and 1.3% respectively.

Notable overrepresentations included Maltese at 1.0%, Maori at 0.9%, and Samoan at 0.2%.

Blue Haven - San Remo hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Blue Haven - San Remo's median age is 34 years, lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Blue Haven - San Remo has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (14.0%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (12.4%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 55-64 has increased from 10.8% to 11.9%, while the 45-54 age group has decreased from 13.1% to 11.4%, and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 15.1% to 14.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Blue Haven - San Remo. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow by 89%, adding 188 residents to reach a total of 400. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 92% of the population growth, reflecting aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 35-44 and 55-64 age cohorts.