Campbelltown - Woodbine
Statistical Area - sa2

Campbelltown - Woodbine lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Campbelltown - Woodbine's population is 24,585 as of Aug 2025. This represents a growth of 2,501 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 22,084. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates in June 2024 and validated new addresses since then. Population density stands at 1,788 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 11.3% since the Census surpassed both state (6.4%) and metropolitan averages. Overseas migration contributed approximately 43.1% to this growth, with interstate migration and natural growth also playing positive roles.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For uncovers areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, 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. By 2041, Campbelltown - Woodbine is projected to have a population increase of 9,218 persons, marking a total rise of 36.7%.

The level of residential development activity in Campbelltown - Woodbine was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Campbelltown-Woodbine has granted approximately 280 residential property approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, showing 1,404 homes approved over the past five years from FY-20 to FY-25, with 13 approvals so far in FY-26. On average, about 4.6 new residents per dwelling have arrived annually over these five years. This supply lagging behind demand has led to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.

New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $322,000, which is below regional levels, offering more affordable housing options for buyers. Commercial approvals this financial year totalled $567.3 million, indicating high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Campbelltown-Woodbine has similar development levels per capita, maintaining market balance with surrounding areas despite recent moderation in development activity. New developments consist of 50% detached dwellings and 50% medium-to-high density housing, providing accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers.

With around 265 people per dwelling approval, the area shows a growing market. By 2041, Campbelltown-Woodbine is projected to grow by 9,030 residents. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, but increased population may lead to heightened buyer competition.

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

AreaSearch has identified 59 projects that could impact the area, with key ones including Western Sydney University's Campbelltown Campus Expansion, ALAND's Campbelltown Mixed-Use Precinct (Queen Square), Campbelltown Station Commuter Car Park, and Macarthur Heights. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Campbelltown - Woodbine shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Campbelltown-Woodbine has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well-represented. As of June 2025, its unemployment rate is 6.9%, with an estimated employment growth of 6.2% over the past year.

There are 12,308 residents in work, with an unemployment rate 2.7% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is somewhat below standard at 56.0%. Dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Health care & social assistance has notable concentration, with levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 5.6% compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The ratio of 0.9 workers per resident indicates substantial local employment opportunities. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 6.2%, while labour force grew by 4.9%, reducing unemployment by 1.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6% and a slight increase in unemployment. State-level data to Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Campbelltown-Woodbine's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Campbelltown - Woodbine had a median taxpayer income of $53,126 and an average income of $60,973 in the financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average, with Greater Sydney's median income being $56,994 and average income $80,856. By March 2025, estimates suggest the median income would be approximately $58,757 and the average $67,436, accounting for a 10.6% wage growth since financial year 2022. In Campbelltown - Woodbine, incomes ranked modestly according to the 2021 Census, between the 38th and 38th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes respectively. The income bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 captured 33.7% of the community (8,285 individuals), which is consistent with broader regional trends at 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 78.3% of income remaining, ranking at the 32nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 4th decile.

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

Campbelltown-Woodbine's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 60.5% houses and 39.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Sydney metro had 78.5% houses and 21.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Campbelltown-Woodbine was 20.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.2% and rented ones at 46.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,023, below Sydney metro's $2,100. The median weekly rent was $390, compared to Sydney metro's $380. Nationally, Campbelltown-Woodbine's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,023 than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $390 than the national figure of $375.

Campbelltown - Woodbine has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 67.8% of all households, including 30.7% couples with children, 22.4% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households at 28.6% and group households making up 3.6%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

Campbelltown - Woodbine shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 25.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 17.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 33.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (22.5%). Educational participation is high at 30.7%, comprising 9.9% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education.

There are 12 schools serving 3,077 students; Campbelltown - Woodbine has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 989) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 7 primary, 3 secondary, and 2 K-12 schools. School places per 100 residents are lower at 12.5 compared to the regional average of 17.3, indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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

Campbelltown-Woodbine area has 199 active public transport stops. These comprise a mix of train and bus services. There are 178 individual routes operating in total, providing 16,080 weekly passenger trips combined.

The accessibility of transport is rated excellent with residents typically situated 188 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 2,297 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 80 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Campbelltown - Woodbine are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Health indicators suggest below-average outcomes in Campbelltown - Woodbine, with common health conditions among its general population somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~12,292 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.1 and 7.8% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 68.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.3% across Greater Sydney. As of 2016, approximately 14.9% of the area's population is aged 65 and over (3,655 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, requiring more attention than the broader population.

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

Campbelltown-Woodbine scores highly in cultural diversity, with 38.5% of its population born overseas and 37.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 53.1%. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 11.6% versus 12.5%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (20.1%), Australian (18.8%), and English (18.8%). Notably, Samoan (2.6%) and Filipino (4.7%) populations are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 2.4% and 3.3%, respectively. Lebanese population is slightly underrepresented at 1.7%.

Campbelltown - Woodbine's population is younger than the national pattern

Campbelltown-Woodbine's median age of 35 years is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and the national average of 38. The 0-4 age group comprises 6.7%, higher than Greater Sydney's figure. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort makes up 9.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group grew from 14.9% to 15.8%, while the 25-34 cohort decreased from 16.8% to 16.0%. By 2041, forecasts suggest significant demographic shifts. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase substantially by 1,597 people (57%), from 2,800 to 4,398.