Cobbitty - Bringelly
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Cobbitty-Bringelly's population was 5,942 as of November 2025, indicating a growth of 1,181 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 24.8% rise from the previous figure of 4,761. The change is inferred from ABS estimates: 5,777 in June 2024 and an additional 765 validated new addresses post-Census. The population density was 80 persons per square kilometer. This growth exceeded state (6.7%) and metropolitan averages, making Cobbitty-Bringelly a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 57.3% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For uncovers areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied for years 2032 to 2041. Future predictions indicate exceptional growth, placing Cobbitty-Bringelly in the top 10% of national statistical areas. By 2041, the area is expected to increase by 24,057 persons, reflecting a total increase of 402.0% over the 17 years.

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

Cobbitty-Bringelly averaged approximately 188 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY2021 and FY2025941 homes were approved, with an additional 27 approved in FY2026 so far.

On average, 1.7 people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five financial years. This balance between supply and demand supports stable market conditions, with new properties constructed at an average expected cost of $332,000. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cobbitty-Bringelly has 98.0% more development activity per person, offering buyers ample choice. Recent construction comprises 92.0% detached dwellings and 8.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's low-density nature. There are approximately 30 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating an expanding market.

By 2041, Cobbitty-Bringelly is projected to grow by 23,888 residents. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 84 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Camden Valley Way Upgrade, Sydney Metro West - Western Sydney Airport to Macarthur Corridor (South West Rail Link Extension), Cobbitty by Mirvac, and Atura Oran Park. The following list details those most likely relevant.

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Employment conditions in Cobbitty - Bringelly rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Cobbitty-Bringelly has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being prominent. Its unemployment rate was 1.6% in June 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.9%. As of June 2025, 3,432 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.6% below Greater Sydney's rate. Workforce participation was 64.7%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The dominant employment sectors among residents were construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Construction showed particularly strong specialization, with an employment share of 1.8 times the regional level. Professional & technical services had limited presence, at 5.3% compared to 11.5% regionally. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 4.9%, matching labour force growth and keeping unemployment stable. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.6%, with unemployment rising slightly. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest potential future demand within Cobbitty-Bringelly. Applying these projections to the local employment mix indicates a potential growth of approximately 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that income in Cobbitty - Bringelly is well above average nationally. The median income is $58,724 while the average income stands at $75,450. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $56,994 and an average income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $66,129 (median) and $84,964 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Cobbitty - Bringelly, between the 74th and 82nd percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 35.6% of residents (2,115 people), consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 30.9% in the same category. A significant 33.1% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting pockets of prosperity that drive robust local economic activity. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 78th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

In Cobbitty-Bringelly, as per the latest Census, 96.1% of dwellings were houses, with 3.9% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Sydney metro's 90.4% houses and 9.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cobbitty-Bringelly stood at 29.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.0% and rented ones at 21.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,663, higher than Sydney metro's $2,475. Median weekly rent in the area was $530, compared to Sydney metro's $490. Nationally, Cobbitty-Bringelly's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863, and rents substantially above the national average of $375.

Cobbitty - Bringelly features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 83.9% of all households, including 43.3% couples with children, 30.8% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 16.1%, with lone person households at 14.2% and group households comprising 1.4%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 3.4.

The educational profile of Cobbitty - Bringelly exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 21.0%, significantly below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (28.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 28.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education. Cobbitty-Bringelly has 4 schools with a combined enrollment of 1,712 students. The area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1056). Educational mix includes 2 primary, 1 secondary, and 1 K-12 school. The area functions as an education hub with 28.8 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 19.1, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Cobbitty-Bringelly has 29 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 48 different routes that together facilitate 749 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents on average located 403 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 107 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Cobbitty - Bringelly is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Cobbitty-Bringelly shows better-than-average health outcomes, with a lower prevalence of common conditions among its general population compared to national averages. However, the older and at-risk cohorts have higher rates.

Approximately 57% (~3,392 people) have private health cover, which is higher than Greater Sydney's 52.5%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (8.8%) and asthma (6.7%). 71.5% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 77.9% in Greater Sydney. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 15.1% (898 people) than Greater Sydney's 10.1%.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Cobbitty - Bringelly was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Cobbitty-Bringelly has a higher than average cultural diversity, with 18.3% of its population born overseas and 14.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Cobbitty-Bringelly, accounting for 70.2% of people, compared to 57.1% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (26.5%), English (24.0%), and Other (8.1%).

Notably, Maltese (3.8%) is overrepresented compared to the regional average of 2.0%, as are Italians (7.1% vs 6.6%) and Lebanese (1.8% vs 4.0%).

Cobbitty - Bringelly's population is younger than the national pattern

Cobbitty-Bringelly has a median age of 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cobbitty-Bringelly has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.2%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 15-24 grew from 11.7% to 13.2%, while the 35-44 age group increased from 13.1% to 14.5%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group decreased from 10.6% to 8.9%, and the 65-74 age group dropped from 9.5% to 7.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Cobbitty-Bringelly, with the strongest projected growth in the 15-24 age group, which is expected to grow by 505%, adding 3,967 residents to reach a total of 4,754.