Cabramatta - Lansvale
Statistical Area - sa2

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 24,385 as of Aug 2025. It increased by 284 people from the 2021 Census figure of 24,101. This change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 24,373 in June 2024 and 21 new addresses validated since the Census date. The population density is 3,208 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. Since the Census, Cabramatta-Lansvale has grown by 1.2%, compared to the SA3 area's growth of 2%. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth.

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 for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Cabramatta-Lansvale is expected to have increased by 2,414 persons, a gain of 9.8% 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. Development approval data is provided by the ABS on a financial year basis: 351 homes were approved over the past five financial years, from FY20 to FY25, with 9 approved so far in FY26. Despite population decline in recent years, development activity has been adequate relative to demand, maintaining an adequate supply of housing and creating a balanced market with good buyer choice. New properties are constructed at an average value of $429,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers.

There have also been $23.4 million in commercial approvals this financial year, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cabramatta - Lansvale has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 36th percentile of areas assessed nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing dwellings. This activity is also lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity shows 59% detached houses and 41% medium and high-density housing, indicating an expanding range of medium-density options that create a mix of opportunities across price brackets, from traditional family housing to more affordable compact alternatives.

With around 464 people per dwelling approval, Cabramatta - Lansvale demonstrates a developed market. Population forecasts indicate the area will gain 2,402 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 10% nationally

AreaSearch has identified a total of 23 projects that are expected to impact the area, with key projects including the Cabramatta East Town Centre, Construction of the new Vien Giac Temple, Cabravale Club Resort - Stage 2 Redevelopment (Novotel Sydney Cabramatta), and Bathla Group Cabramatta Mixed-Use Development. The following list details those projects likely to be 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. Its unemployment rate was 5.6% as of June 2024.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.8%. As of June 2025, 10,610 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 5.6%, which is 1.4% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Cabramatta-Lansvale was 41.0%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries among residents were manufacturing, retail trade, and health care & social assistance.

Manufacturing had particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 2.9 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services showed lower representation at 4.8% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 5.8% while labour force grew by 4.9%, causing unemployment rate to fall by 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a rise in unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. As of Sep-25, NSW employment had contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs) with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National unemployment rate was 4.5%, lagging national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May 2025 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cabramatta-Lansvale's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.5% over five years and 12.0% over ten years, although these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that in Cabramatta - Lansvale median income is $40,807 and average income stands at $48,675. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $45,133 (median) and $53,835 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Cabramatta - Lansvale fall between the 2nd and 14th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that the largest segment comprises 27.4% earning $800-$1,499 weekly (6,681 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 after housing costs, ranking at the 13th percentile nationally.

Cabramatta - Lansvale displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Cabramatta - Lansvale, as per the latest Census, 45.0% of dwellings were houses while 54.9% were other types such as semi-detached units, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This differs from Sydney metro's figures of 73.3% houses and 26.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cabramatta - Lansvale stood at 30.4%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 23.1% and rented dwellings making up 46.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,517, significantly lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure in Cabramatta - Lansvale was recorded at $330, substantially below Sydney metro's $400 and the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 compared to those in Cabramatta - Lansvale.

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

Family households constitute 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 account for the remaining 25.3%, with lone person households at 20.0% and group households comprising 5.3%. The median household size is 3.0 people, smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 3.2.

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 16.5%, significantly lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent 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. The area's five schools have a combined enrollment of 3,251 students. Cabramatta - Lansvale demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 957) with balanced educational opportunities. Education provision is balanced, serving distinct age groups with four primary and one secondary school. School places per 100 residents at 13.3 fall below the regional average of 17.4, indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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

Cabramatta-Lansvale has 111 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 32 routes, providing a total of 5,615 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 161 metres to the nearest stop.

The service frequency is 802 trips per day across all routes, equating to around 50 weekly trips per individual stop.

Cabramatta - Lansvale's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Cabramatta - Lansvale shows excellent health outcomes with a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% (11,192 people) compared to the national average of 55.3%.

Diabetes and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 5.8 and 4.7% of residents respectively. A total of 79.4% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, higher than Greater Sydney's 75.6%. The population aged 65 and over stands at 18.9%, or 4,596 people. Health outcomes among seniors in the area are particularly strong, largely aligning with the general population's health profile.

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 as of the latest data (2016 Census) is Buddhism, comprising 43.8% of people, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 21.7%. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Vietnamese at 35.1%, Chinese at 24.8%, and Other at 17.4%.

These percentages are significantly different from the regional averages: Vietnamese (17.8%), Chinese (12.0%), and Other (32.7%). There are also notable differences in the representation of Serbian, Samoan, and Lebanese groups compared to regional averages.

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 and Australia's figure of 38. The 55-64 age group is notably over-represented at 14.3%, while the 35-44 age group is under-represented at 11.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 14.2% to 16.1% of the population, and the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 9.6% to 11.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has declined from 14.3% to 12.6%, and the 5 to 14 age group dropped from 10.9% to 9.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Cabramatta - Lansvale's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to increase dramatically by 1,532 people (120%), from 1,277 to 2,810. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 89% of total population growth. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.