Campsie - North

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Campsie - North's population is around 12,667 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 762 people (6.4%) 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 65 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 8,068 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, making land in the area a highly sought resource. Campsie - North's 6.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (5.7%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 95.6% of overall 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 utilizing 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, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas analyzed by AreaSearch is expected, with the area expected to increase by 1,219 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 8.6% in total 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 experienced around 10 dwellings receiving development approval each year, totalling 54 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 6 approvals have been recorded. With population declining over recent years, 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 construction cost of $265,000—below regional norms—reflecting more affordable housing options for purchasers. There have also been $775,000 in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating the area's residential nature.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Campsie - North records markedly lower building activity (69.0% below regional average per person). This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. This is similarly under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. New development consists of 62.0% detached houses and 38.0% apartments or townhouses, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments providing options across different price points, from family homes to more affordable compact living. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (26.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. With around 1818 people per dwelling approval, Campsie - North reflects a highly mature market.

Population forecasts indicate Campsie - North will gain 1,093 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 26 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Sydney Metro City & Southwest, Campsie Station Metro Upgrade, Canterbury Racecourse Place Strategy, and Campsie Private Hospital, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Campsie - North has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Campsie - North possesses a well-educated workforce with diverse sector representation, an unemployment rate of 4.3%, and 5.0% estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 6,584 residents are in work, while the unemployment rate is 0.1% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation lags significantly (61.4% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a high 31.9% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. The area has a particular employment specialization in accommodation & food, with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level. In contrast, professional & technical services employ just 7.2% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The predominantly residential 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, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.0% while the labour force increased by 5.3%, resulting in unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Campsie - North. 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 Campsie - North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% 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

The Campsie - North SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $45,944 and an average of $53,479 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $50,015 (median) and $58,217 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals individual incomes lag at the 13th percentile ($613 weekly), while household income performs better at the 35th percentile. Looking at income distribution, the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 33.4% of residents (4,230 people), aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 78.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure within Campsie - North, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 25.6% houses and 74.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Campsie - North lagged that of Sydney metro at 24.7%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (24.2%) or rented (51.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Sydney metro average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Campsie - North's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceed the national figure of $375.

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

Family households dominate at 69.6% of all households, comprising 30.2% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 30.4%, with lone person households at 21.1% and group households comprising 9.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Educational qualifications in Campsie - North trail regional benchmarks, with 30.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead 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+ – advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (10.8%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.7% in tertiary education, 6.5% in primary education, and 5.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 32 active transport stops operating within Campsie - North, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 24 individual routes, collectively providing 4,496 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 184 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 55%, with 27% by train and 10% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A high 31.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 642 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 140 weekly trips per individual stop.

Campsie - North's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Campsie - North, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. There is a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups, and the rate of private health cover is extremely low at approximately 47% of the total population (~5,902 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The national average is 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be diabetes and mental health issues, impacting 5.2 and 4.3% of residents, respectively, while 80.8% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has 16.3% of residents aged 65 and over (2,069 people). Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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 is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 70.7% of its population born overseas and 80.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Campsie - North is Christianity, which makes up 32.8% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which comprises 12.3% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Campsie - North are Chinese, comprising 37.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 8.4%, Other, comprising 22.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 16.0%, and English, comprising 6.4% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 4.2% of Campsie - North (vs 1.1% regionally), Lebanese at 5.3% (vs 2.6%) and Vietnamese at 3.1% (vs 1.8%).

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

The 38-year median age in Campsie - North is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and equivalent to the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Sydney, Campsie - North has a higher concentration of 25 - 34 residents (19.4%) but fewer 5 - 14 year-olds (6.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 8.0% to 9.4% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 14.3% to 12.7% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 7.8% to 6.8%. By 2041, Campsie - North is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 95% (549 people), reaching 1,126 from 576. The aging population dynamic is clear, with those 65+ comprising 70% of projected growth. On the other hand, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts.