Colyton - Oxley Park

Population growth drivers in Colyton - Oxley Park are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Colyton-Oxley Park's population is approximately 13,727 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 699 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,028. The growth was inferred from ABS estimates showing an ERP of 13,697 in June 2024 and 91 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density of 2,952 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessment. The area's growth rate of 5.4% since the 2021 Census exceeded the SA3 average of 4.4%. Natural growth contributed approximately 53.5% of 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, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends project an above median population growth, with the area expected to increase by 2,043 persons by 2041 based on latest annual ERP numbers, reflecting a total increase of 14.7% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Colyton - Oxley Park among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Colyton-Oxley Park has seen approximately 53 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 267 homes. As of FY-26, 31 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.3 new residents are associated with each home built annually between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost of new homes is $170,000, which is below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options.

In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $1.1 million, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Colyton-Oxley Park has 13.0% less new development per person and ranks in the 53rd percentile nationally when measured by area assessments. Recent construction consists of 58.0% detached dwellings and 42.0% townhouses or apartments, shifting from the current housing mix of 79.0% houses. This change reflects reduced availability of development sites and evolving lifestyle demands and affordability requirements.

Colyton-Oxley Park has a population density of approximately 298 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to grow by 2,013 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Colyton - Oxley Park has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Eleven projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to impact the area, with key ones being M12 Motorway, Western Sydney Aerotropolis Infrastructure and Development, St Marys Station Upgrade and Metro Integration, and Orchard Hills State-led Rezoning Proposal (Stage 1).

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The labour market performance in Colyton - Oxley Park lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Colyton-Oxley Park has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation, an unemployment rate of 5.1% as of September 2025. There are 6,381 residents employed, which is 0.9% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation lags at 54.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing. Transport, postal & warehousing has notably high employment levels at 2.2 times the regional average. Professional & technical services have limited presence with 4.5% employment compared to the regional average of 11.5%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.8%, and employment decreased by 2.3%, causing unemployment to fall by 1.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labour force grow by 2.4%. State-level data from NSW as of 25-Nov shows employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts suggest growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local projections may differ due to varying industry-specific growth rates.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The Colyton - Oxley Park SA2's median income among taxpayers was $53,664 in financial year 2022, according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This figure is below the national average of $56,994 for Greater Sydney. The average income in Colyton - Oxley Park SA2 was $58,092 compared to Greater Sydney's $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated median and average incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $60,431 and $65,417 respectively. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Colyton - Oxley Park rank modestly, between the 36th and 39th percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 36.8% of residents earning $1,500 to $2,999 weekly (5,051 residents), which is consistent with broader trends across the broader area showing 30.9% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Colyton - Oxley Park, with only 79.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 34th percentile.

Colyton - Oxley Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Colyton - Oxley Park, as per the latest Census evaluation, 78.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 21.3% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. In comparison, Sydney metro had 81.7% houses and 18.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Colyton - Oxley Park stood at 23.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.3% and rented ones at 36.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, below the Sydney metro average of $2,000. Weekly rent in Colyton - Oxley Park was $390, matching the Sydney metro figure but exceeding the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863.

Colyton - Oxley Park has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 75.7% of all households, including 34.3% couples with children, 20.5% couples without children, and 19.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.3%, with lone person households at 21.1% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which aligns with the Greater Sydney average.

Colyton - Oxley Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 16.5%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 35.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 26.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Colyton - Oxley Park has 80 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 25 different routes, together providing 1,524 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 155 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 217 trips per day across all routes, which equals approximately 19 weekly trips per individual stop.

Colyton - Oxley Park's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Colyton's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. Common health conditions among its general population are somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

Approximately 49% of Colyton's total population (~6,712 people) have private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and arthritis, affecting 8.2 and 7.4% of residents respectively. 69.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the figure across Greater Sydney (69.7%). As of 2016, 13.5% of Colyton's residents are aged 65 and over (1,854 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those in the broader population.

Colyton - Oxley Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Colyton-Oxley Park has a high level of cultural diversity, with 33.2% of its population born overseas and 33.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Colyton-Oxley Park, making up 58.0% of the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 8.5% versus 6.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (21.4%), English (18.6%), and Other (18.2%). Notably, Samoan (2.3%) and Lebanese (2.3%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 2.1% and 1.8%, respectively. Filipino ethnicity is equally represented at 4.5%.

Colyton - Oxley Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Colyton-Oxley Park's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Colyton-Oxley Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.3%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (13.9%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 75-84 has increased from 4.0% to 5.1%, while the population aged 65-74 has decreased from 7.8% to 7.2%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate significant changes in Colyton-Oxley Park's population. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 52%, adding 364 residents to reach a total of 1,069. In contrast, the 0-4 age group is expected to show minimal growth of just 1% (an increase of 10 people).