Campsie - North
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Campsie - North reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Campsie - North's population was around 12,658 as of August 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 753 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,905 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,541 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 63 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 8,062 persons per square kilometer, which places Campsie - North in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 6.3% since the 2021 Census exceeded both the SA3 area (4.6%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 95.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with Campsie - North expected to grow by 1,219 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, resulting in an overall increase of 8.7% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Campsie - North is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Campsie - North has averaged approximately 10 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 54 homes. As of FY26, there have been 0 approvals recorded so far. The area has experienced population decline, suggesting that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choice to buyers. New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $453,000, aligning with broader regional development trends.

This financial year, there have been $775,000 in commercial approvals, indicating the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Campsie - North records significantly lower building activity, at 69.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. Nationally, this is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and potentially pointing to planning constraints. New building activity shows a mix of 62.0% detached dwellings and 38.0% attached dwellings, with townhouses and apartments providing options across different price points.

Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current population suggests, indicating continued strong demand for family homes. The location has approximately 1818 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Looking ahead, Campsie - North is expected to grow by 1,102 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Campsie - North has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Sydney Metro City & Southwest, Canterbury Racecourse Place Strategy, Canterbury Local Centre Development Controls, and Campsie Station Metro Upgrade. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Campsie - North remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Campsie - North has a well-educated workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate in the area was 4.1% as of June 2025, which is 0.1% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.1%. As of June 2025, there were 6,527 residents in work, with workforce participation at 46.7%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The area has significant employment concentration in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. It has a particular specialization in accommodation & food, with an employment share of 1.8 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 7.2% of Campsie - North's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.1%, while labour force increased by 2.6%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6%, labour force expansion of 2.9%, and an increase in unemployment rate of 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Campsie - North's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

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

Campsie - North has a median taxpayer income of $39,618 and an average of $48,519 based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is lower than national averages, with Greater Sydney's median income being $56,994 and average income being $80,856. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $44,614 and an average of $54,637, factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022. Census 2021 data indicates individual incomes are at the 13th percentile ($613 weekly), while household income is at the 35th percentile. The earnings profile shows that 33.4% of the population, comprising 4,227 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to regional levels where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 78.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 29th percentile.

Campsie - North features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Campsie - North, as per the latest Census, 25.6% of dwellings were houses, with 74.3% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 48.7% houses and 51.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Campsie - North stood at 24.7%, with mortgaged properties at 24.2% and rented ones at 51.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, below the Sydney metro average of $2,167. The median weekly rent figure was $400, compared to Sydney's $390. Nationally, Campsie - North's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $400 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 69.6% of all households, including 30.2% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.4%, with lone person households at 21.1% and group households making up 9.1%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

Educational attainment in Campsie - North aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Campsie - North trail show that 30.6% of residents aged 15+ have university degrees, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational pathways account for 23.3% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas making up 12.5% and certificates 10.8%. Current educational participation is high at 30.1%, including 8.7% in tertiary education, 6.5% in primary education, and 5.9% pursuing secondary education.

Educational provision includes Wangee Park School and Harcourt Public School, serving a total of 449 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1020) with balanced educational opportunities, comprising 1 primary and 1 K-12 school. Local school capacity is limited at 3.5 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 9.6, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

The analysis shows that Campsie - North has 23 active public transport stops. All of these are bus stops, served by 23 different routes. These routes together provide a total of 4905 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of the transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 175 meters from their nearest stop. On average, there are 700 trips per day across all routes, which works out to about 213 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health outcomes data from Campsie - North shows very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~5,810 people), compared to 49.6% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.3%. Diabetes and mental health issues are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 5.2 and 4.3% of residents respectively, while 80.8% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.7% across Greater Sydney.

The area has 15.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,979 people). Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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

Campsie-North, as per the Australian Bureau of Statistics Census Data from 2016, has a population where 70.7% were born overseas and 80.1% speak a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Campsie-North, with 32.8% adherents, though Buddhism stands out with 12.3%, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 5.8%. In terms of ancestry, Chinese is the largest group at 37.2%, much higher than the regional average of 12.4%.

Other groups are also notable: Korean at 4.2% (regional avg: 1.3%), Lebanese at 5.3% (regional avg: 10.6%), and Vietnamese at 3.1% (regional avg: 3.7%).

Campsie - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Campsie - North is 38 years, closely matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Campsie - North has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.8%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (6.9%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 18.8% to 19.8%, while the proportion of those aged 45 to 54 has decreased from 14.3% to 12.9%. By 2041, Campsie - North's age composition is expected to shift notably. The number of residents aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 102%, reaching 1,126 from 556. This growth will be led by the aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising 71% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for residents aged 0-4 and 5-14.