Cobbitty - Bringelly

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 is approximately 5,982 as of February 2026. This figure represents a rise of 1,221 people, or 25.6%, since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 4,761. The increase was inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,773 in June 2024 and an additional 803 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 81 persons per square kilometer. Cobbitty-Bringelly's growth rate exceeded both the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney figures, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 57.3% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch employs NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Cobbitty-Bringelly is projected to increase by 24,057 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total rise of 398.7% over the 17-year period.

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 annually. Between FY2021 and FY2025941 homes were approved, with an additional 40 approved in FY2026 as of the current date.

On average, 1.7 people moved to the area per year for each dwelling built over these five financial years, indicating a balanced supply-demand market that supports stable conditions. The average construction value of new properties was $332,000. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cobbitty-Bringelly has seen 98.0% more development activity per person. 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, suggesting an expanding market.

By 2041, Cobbitty-Bringelly is projected to grow by 23,848 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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 83 projects that could affect the region. Notable ones are Camden Valley Way Upgrade, Cobbitty by Mirvac, Sydney Metro West - Western Sydney Airport to Macarthur Corridor (South West Rail Link Extension), and Oran Park Health Precinct Stage 3. The following list details those most 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 notable representation in the construction sector. Its unemployment rate was 1.5% as of September 2025. This rate is lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.4%. As of September 2025, there were 3,595 residents in work and workforce participation stood at 80.8%, higher than Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 34.1% of residents worked from home. The dominant employment sectors are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Construction is particularly strong with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have limited presence at 5.3%, compared to the regional average of 11.5%. AreaSearch analysis shows employment increased by 5.4% while labour force grew by 5.2% over the year ending September 2025, leading to a fall in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1%, labour force grow by 2.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest total employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cobbitty-Bringelly's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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 2023 indicates that Cobbitty - Bringelly SA2 has an above average national income. The median income is $62,978 while the average income stands at $78,693. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $68,558 (median) and $85,665 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Cobbitty - Bringelly rank highly nationally, between the 74th and 82nd percentiles. Income brackets indicate that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 35.6% of residents (2,129 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 77th 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

Dwelling structure in Cobbitty - Bringelly, as per the latest Census, comprised 96.1% houses and 3.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cobbitty - Bringelly was at 29.2%, similar to Sydney metro's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (49.0%) or rented (21.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,663, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $530, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Cobbitty - Bringelly's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise the remaining 16.1%, with lone person households at 14.2% and group households making up 1.4%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 21.0%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (28.3%). Educational participation is high at 28.9%, comprising primary education (10.2%), secondary education (8.1%), and tertiary education (4.2%).

Educational participation is notably 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.

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

Cobbitty-Bringelly has 34 active public transport stops, all bus services. These stops are served by 53 routes, offering 834 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents located an average of 370 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most commuters travelling outward. Cars are the primary mode of transport, used by 94% of residents. Vehicle ownership averages 1.9 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 34.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 119 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 24 weekly trips per 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 above-average health outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are less prevalent among its general population compared to national averages but higher among older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 58% (~3,493 people) of the total population has private health cover. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 8.8% of residents) and asthma (6.7%), while 71.5% report no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes for those under 65 are better than average. The area has 15.2% of residents aged 65 and over (907 people), which is lower than the national average for this age group.

In terms of cultural diversity, Cobbitty - Bringelly records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of 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%, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (26.5%), English (24.0%), and Other (8.1%).

Australian ancestry is substantially higher than the regional average of 17.8%. English ancestry is also higher, while Other is notably lower compared to the regional average of 16.0%. There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maltese at 3.8% versus 1.0%, Italian at 7.1% versus 3.4%, and Lebanese at 1.8% versus 2.6%.

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

Cobbitty-Bringelly's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cobbitty-Bringelly has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (14.2%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the population aged 15-24 increased from 11.7% to 13.6%, while the 35-44 age group grew from 13.1% to 14.5%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group decreased from 10.6% to 8.8%, and the 65-74 age group dropped from 9.5% to 7.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Cobbitty-Bringelly. The 15-24 age cohort is projected to grow by 485%, adding 3,941 residents to reach a total of 4,754.