Casino Surrounds

Casino Surrounds has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Casino Surrounds' population, as of November 2025, is approximately 7,717 people. This figure indicates a rise of 336 individuals, representing a 4.6% increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,381. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,577 in June 2024 and an additional 169 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2.0 persons per square kilometer. Casino Surrounds' growth rate of 4.6% since the 2021 census surpassed both the SA3 area (0.5%) and the SA4 region, positioning it as a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 55.0% to overall population gains during recent periods, although all factors including overseas migration and natural growth were positive influences.

AreaSearch is employing 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 uses 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. By 2041, an above median population growth is projected for regional areas nationwide, with Casino Surrounds expected to increase by 1,520 persons, reflecting a total gain of 17.9% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Casino Surrounds according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Casino Surrounds has approved around 16 residential properties annually on average over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25. A total of 83 homes have been approved during this period, with an additional 6 approved so far in FY26. On average, 4 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed each year between FY21 and FY25.

This has resulted in supply lagging demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction value of new properties is $230,000, which is under regional levels, indicating more affordable housing choices for buyers. In the current financial year, $2.6 million worth of commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting the area's residential character. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Casino Surrounds has approximately three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 27th percentile nationally for buyer options, indicating limited choices while supporting demand for established dwellings.

This level is below the national average, suggesting potential planning limitations. All recent building activity consists of standalone homes, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 603 people, reflecting its quiet development environment. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate forecasts a gain of 1,380 residents in Casino Surrounds by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Casino Surrounds has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 34 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Reynolds Road Industrial Precinct, Northern Rivers Rail Trail - Casino to Bentley Section, Colley Park Upgrade, and Casino CBD Masterplan. The following list details those most relevant.

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Casino Surrounds shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Casino Surrounds has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 4.5%. In Casino Surrounds, 3,406 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.6% higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is lower at 56.7%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. According to Census responses, 19.4% of residents work from home. Key industries are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. Casino Surrounds has a strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share 4.1 times the regional level.

However, accommodation & food is under-represented at 4.5%, compared to Rest of NSW's 7.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Between May-24 and May-25, labour force decreased by 2.3% and employment by 1.0%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of NSW had an employment decline of 0.5% and labour force decline of 0.1%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Casino Surrounds' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.4% over five years and 12.1% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Casino Surrounds SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $42,204. The average income stood at $47,255. This is below the national average. For comparison, Rest of NSW had levels of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Casino Surrounds would be approximately $45,943 (median) and $51,442 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Casino Surrounds all fall between the 7th and 9th percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows that 27.6% of the population (2,129 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, mirroring regional levels where 29.9% occupy this bracket. While housing costs are modest with 87.6% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 13th percentile nationally.

Casino Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Casino Surrounds, as recorded in the latest Census, 98.0% of dwellings were houses with 1.9% being other types such as semi-detached properties, apartments, or 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Non-Metro NSW's composition of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Casino Surrounds stood at 50.0%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (34.6%) or rented (15.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,304, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Casino Surrounds was $250, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330 and the national average of $375. Nationally, Casino Surrounds' mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863.

Casino Surrounds has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 72.2% of all households, including 26.0% couples with children, 34.2% couples without children, and 10.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.8%, with lone person households at 24.8% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Casino Surrounds faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.5%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (34.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.8% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 1.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Casino Surrounds indicates that there are 362 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totalling 43 individual routes that collectively facilitate 498 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 204 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward to other locations for work or leisure. The car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 92% of residents, while walking accounts for 6%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling in Casino Surrounds, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census data, 19.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 71 trips per day, equating to approximately one weekly trip per individual stop. A map accompanies this report, displaying the locations of the 100 nearest transport stops to the area's centrepoint.

Health performance in Casino Surrounds is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Casino Surrounds faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (around 3,542 people), compared to 51.9% in Rest of NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 9.9% of residents) and mental health issues (8.9%). Meanwhile, 62.2% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Rest of NSW. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 23.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,825 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

The latest Census data sees Casino Surrounds placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Casino Surrounds, as per the census data from June 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 86.3% of its population being Australian citizens, 92.0% born in Australia, and 97.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practised by 60.5% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (33.3%), English (32.1%), and Irish (10.0%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal people were overrepresented at 4.5%, compared to 4.6% regionally, while Scottish people were slightly overrepresented at 8.2% (vs 8.0%) and German people were also somewhat overrepresented at 3.5% (vs 3.1%).

Casino Surrounds hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Casino Surrounds has a median age of 48 years, which is notably older than Rest of NSW's median age of 43 and significantly higher than Australia's median age of 38. The age profile indicates that the 55-64 year-old group is particularly prominent, making up 16.5% of the population, while the 25-34 year-old group comprises only 9.3%. This concentration of 55-64 year-olds is substantially higher than the national average of 11.2%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 35-44 age group has increased from 9.7% to 10.5%, while the 55-64 age cohort has decreased from 18.4% to 16.5%. Additionally, the 5-14 year-old group has fallen from 13.2% to 12.0%. Demographic projections suggest that Casino Surrounds' age profile will undergo significant changes by 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is expected to expand significantly, growing by 273 people (51%) from 534 to 808. Conversely, the number of individuals in the 55-64 age range is projected to decrease by 19.