Callala Bay - Currarong

Callala Bay - Currarong has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Callala Bay - Currarong's population is around 3,830 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 188 people (5.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,642 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,577 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 29 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 22 persons per square kilometer, providing ample space per person. Callala Bay - Currarong's 5.2% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (4.8%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population dynamics, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the area's population expected to shrink by 36 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 85 and over age group, which is projected to expand by 68 people. See the age section for more details.

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

Callala Bay - Currarong has averaged around 31 new dwelling approvals each year, totalling 156 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 19 approvals have been recorded. As the area has experienced population decline, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, creating a well-balanced market with good buyer choice, while new dwellings are developed at an average value of $430,000—slightly above the regional average—suggesting a focus on quality developments. Additionally, $1.8 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, indicating minimal commercial development activity.

When measured against the Rest of NSW, Callala Bay - Currarong shows moderately higher construction activity (23.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period), balancing buyer choice with support for current property values. New development consists of 67.0% detached dwellings and 33.0% medium and high-density housing, showing an expanding range of medium-density options creating a mix of opportunities across price brackets, from traditional family housing to more affordable compact alternatives. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing (currently 96.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. The location has approximately 159 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market.

With the population expected to remain stable or decline, Callala Bay - Currarong should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Callala Bay - Currarong has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 15 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Jervis Bay Road Intersection Upgrade, Culburra Beach Access Stairs - Penguins Head Road, Revitalisation of Vincentia Village Shopping Mall Precinct, and Vincentia Coastal Village - Project Modification 9 and Concept Plan Mod 17, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment environment in Callala Bay - Currarong shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Callala Bay - Currarong features a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of just 2.7%, and 1.3% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 1,464 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.2% below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation lags significantly (48.1% compared to Regional NSW's 61.3%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 18.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and construction. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in public administration & safety, with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 1.2% of Callala Bay - Currarong's workforce compared to 5.3% in Regional NSW. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, during the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.3% and the labour force increased by 2.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.2 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW recorded an employment decline of 1.2%, a labour force decline of 0.8%, with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Callala Bay - Currarong. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Callala Bay - Currarong's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Callala Bay - Currarong SA2's median income among taxpayers is $50,146, with an average of $61,946. This is lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $54,589 (median) and $67,434 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Callala Bay - Currarong all fall between the 16th and 17th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals the predominant cohort spans 29.3% of locals (1,122 people) in the $800 - 1,499 category, contrasting with the broader area where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 29.9%. After housing, 86.3% of income remains, though this ranks at only the 19th percentile nationally and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Callala Bay - Currarong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Callala Bay - Currarong, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 95.6% houses and 4.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Callala Bay - Currarong was well beyond that of Regional NSW, at 56.5%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (23.7%) or rented (19.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was in line with the Regional NSW average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $380, compared to Regional NSW's $1,733 and $330. Nationally, Callala Bay - Currarong's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

Callala Bay - Currarong has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 70.7% of all households, comprising 20.2% couples with children, 39.0% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 27.2% and group households comprising 2.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Callala Bay - Currarong fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (20.1%) substantially below the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 12.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 43.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (32.1%).

A substantial 21.4% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 6.9% in secondary education, 6.7% in primary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 70 active transport stops operating within Callala Bay - Currarong, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 10 individual routes, collectively providing 179 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 397 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. Some 18.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 25 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 2 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Callala Bay - Currarong is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Callala Bay - Currarong faces significant health challenges, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~1,907 people). This compares to 51.9% across Regional NSW. The national average is 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 13.3% and 8.2% of residents, respectively, while 56.5% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 36.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1,379 people), which is higher than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Callala Bay - Currarong ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Callala Bay - Currarong was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.1% of its population born in Australia, 92.9% being citizens, and 94.6% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Callala Bay - Currarong is Christianity, which makes up 55.0% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Callala Bay - Currarong are English, comprising 31.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 9.5% of Callala Bay - Currarong (vs 8.0% regionally), Croatian at 1.0% (vs 0.3%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.2%).

Callala Bay - Currarong ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

At 55 years, Callala Bay - Currarong's median age is considerably higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and is considerably older than the national norm of 38. The age profile shows 65 - 74 year-olds are particularly prominent (21.1%), while the 25 - 34 group is comparatively smaller (6.8%) than in Regional NSW. This 65 - 74 concentration is well above the national 9.5%. In the period since 2021, the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 18.6% to 21.1% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 10.0% to 11.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.6% to 9.4% and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 7.8% to 6.8%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Callala Bay - Currarong's age structure. The 85+ age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by 49 people (40%) from 125 to 175. Demographic aging continues as residents 65 and older represent 73% of anticipated growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts.