Cabramatta - Lansvale

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

Cabramatta - Lansvale's population is 24,484 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 383 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 24,101. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population data of 24,373 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,221 persons per square kilometer, placing Cabramatta - Lansvale in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's 1.6% growth since the census is within 2.8 percentage points of its SA3 area (4.4%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods.

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, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends and the latest annual ERP population numbers, Cabramatta - Lansvale is expected to grow by 2,414 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 9.4% in total over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Cabramatta - Lansvale according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Cabramatta - Lansvale has seen approximately 70 new homes approved annually. Between financial years FY21 and FY25354 homes were approved, with an additional 34 approved in FY26 so far. The population decline in recent years suggests that new supply has likely been meeting demand, providing good options for buyers.

The average construction value of new properties is $298,000, aligning with regional patterns. This financial year, $23.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cabramatta - Lansvale has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person. Nationally, it ranks at the 36th percentile among assessed areas, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing dwellings.

This lower activity reflects market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity shows 59% detached houses and 41% medium to high-density housing, indicating an expanding range of medium-density options that cater to various price brackets. With around 464 people per dwelling approval, Cabramatta - Lansvale demonstrates a developed property market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Cabramatta - Lansvale is projected to gain 2,303 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Cabramatta - Lansvale has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 25 projects likely to affect the area. Notable projects include Cabramatta East Town Centre, new Vien Giac Temple construction, Bathla Group Cabramatta Mixed-Use Development, and Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct. The following list details those most relevant.

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Cabramatta - Lansvale shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Cabramatta - Lansvale has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate as of September 2025 was 5.5%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.5%.

There are 10,605 residents currently employed, with an unemployment rate of 5.7% compared to Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is lower at 53.1%, versus Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 19.9% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include manufacturing, retail trade, and health care & social assistance.

Manufacturing has particularly high concentration with levels at 2.9 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 4.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data comparison of working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 5.5% while labour force grew by 4.3%, reducing the unemployment rate by 1.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% with a slight increase in unemployment rate. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May-25) project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cabramatta - Lansvale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.5% over five years and 12.0% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows median assessed income in Cabramatta - Lansvale SA2 is $45,338 and average income is $52,267. This is below Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $49,355 and average income $56,898 based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Cabramatta - Lansvale fall between the 2nd and 14th percentiles nationally. The largest income segment comprises 27.4% earning $800-$1,499 weekly (6,708 residents), unlike surrounding regions where 30.9% earn $1,500-$2,999 weekly. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 80.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 12th percentile nationally.

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

In Cabramatta - Lansvale, as per the latest Census, 45.0% of dwellings were houses while 54.9% were other types such as semi-detached, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Sydney metro's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cabramatta - Lansvale stood at 30.4%, with mortgaged properties at 23.1% and rented ones at 46.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in the area was $330, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Cabramatta - Lansvale's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,517 versus Australia's average of $1,863. Rents were also substantially below the national figure of $375 at $330.

Cabramatta - Lansvale features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.7% of all households, including 33.5% couples with children, 17.1% couples without children, and 20.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.3%, with lone person households at 20.0% and group households comprising 5.3% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Cabramatta - Lansvale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 16.5%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (0.5%). Vocational pathways account for 21.2% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 8.5% and certificates at 12.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in secondary education, 8.7% in primary education, and 6.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Cabramatta - Lansvale has 123 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 31 individual routes, facilitating 6,419 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent with residents typically located 165 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 78%, while train accounts for 12% and walking for 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 19.9% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 917 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 52 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

The level of general health in Cabramatta - Lansvale is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Cabramatta-Lansvale shows superior health outcomes, as per AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both younger and older age groups exhibit low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally low here, at approximately 46% (around 11,213 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%.

Nationally, it stands at 55.7%. Diabetes and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 5.8% and 4.7% of residents respectively. 79.4% claim to be free from medical ailments, higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors (19.7%, or 4,825 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, ranking even better nationally than the general population.

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

Cabramatta-Lansvale is among the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with 67.2% of its population born overseas and 83.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The dominant religion in Cabramatta-Lansvale is Buddhism, comprising 43.8% of the population, significantly higher than the regional average of 4.1%. The top three ancestry groups are Vietnamese (35.1%), Chinese (24.8%), and Other (17.4%).

Notably, Serbian (1.4%) and Samoan (1.3%) are overrepresented compared to their regional averages of 0.5% each, while Lebanese (0.7%) is underrepresented relative to the region's average of 2.6%.

Cabramatta - Lansvale's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Cabramatta - Lansvale has a median age of 40, which is higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 years and Australia's median age of 38 years. The area has an over-representation of the 55-64 age cohort (14.4%) compared to Greater Sydney's average, while the 35-44 age group is under-represented (11.2%). Between 2021 and present, the population of those aged 65 to 74 has increased from 9.6% to 11.9%, and the 15 to 24 cohort has risen from 14.2% to 16.2%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 14.3% to 12.3%, and the 5 to 14 age group has dropped from 10.9% to 9.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Cabramatta - Lansvale's age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to increase dramatically by 1,424 people (103%), from 1,385 to 2,810. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 87% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.