Colyton - Oxley Park
Statistical Area - sa2

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 August 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 data showing an estimated resident population of 13,697 in June 2024 and an additional 91 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,952 persons per square kilometer, placing Colyton-Oxley Park in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 5.4% since the 2021 census exceeds both the SA3 area (4.3%) and the SA4 region, indicating strong population growth. Natural growth contributed approximately 53.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021, are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends project an above median growth rate for the area, with an expected increase of 2,043 persons by 2041 based on current numbers, reflecting a total increase of 14.7% over the 17-year period.

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

Colyton - Oxley Park has received approximately 53 dwelling development approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces this data on a financial year basis, totalling 267 approvals from FY-21 to FY-25 and 5 so far in FY-26. On average, each home built attracted 4.3 new residents annually over the past five years. This demand outpaces supply, potentially influencing prices and competition among buyers.

The average construction cost of new dwellings is $177,000, below the regional average, suggesting affordable housing options. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalled $1.1 million, indicating a primarily residential focus. Compared to Greater Sydney, Colyton - Oxley Park has 13.0% less new development per person but ranks at the 54th percentile nationally in terms of assessed areas. New building activity comprises 58.0% detached houses and 42.0% townhouses or apartments, expanding medium-density options.

This shift from the area's existing housing (79.0% houses) reflects decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. The area has around 298 people per approval, indicating low density. By 2041, Colyton - Oxley Park is projected to gain 2,013 residents. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, favouring buyers while potentially exceeding current growth forecasts.

Colyton - Oxley Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Twelve projects were identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Among these key projects are Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport, M12 Motorway, Sydney Metro - Western Sydney Airport, and Aerotropolis Infrastructure and Development.

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Employment drivers in Colyton - Oxley Park are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Colyton-Oxley Park has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 5.6% as of June 2025. There are 6,376 residents employed, which is 1.4% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is at 54.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing. The area has notably high employment levels in transport, postal & warehousing, which are 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 predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. In a 12-month period ending June 2025, labour force decreased by 2.3%, while employment declined by 2.0%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney where employment rose by 2.6% and the labour force grew by 2.9%. As of Sep-25, NSW's state-level data shows employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with a state unemployment rate of 4.3%, compared to the national rate of 4.5%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that 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 projections to Colyton-Oxley Park's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.2%% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.

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

Colyton-Oxley Park's median income among taxpayers was $53,664 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $58,092 during the same period. These figures are below Greater Sydney's median and average incomes of $56,994 and $80,856 respectively. By March 2025, estimated median and average incomes in Colyton-Oxley Park would be approximately $59,352 and $64,250, based on a 10.6% growth in wages since financial year 2022. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Colyton-Oxley Park rank modestly, between the 37th and 39th percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 36.8% of residents earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly. This is consistent with broader trends across the broader area, where 30.9% fall into the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Colyton-Oxley Park, with only 79.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 35th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Colyton-Oxley Park, as per the latest Census, had 78.7% houses and 21.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 81.7% houses and 18.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Colyton-Oxley Park was at 23.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (39.3%) or rented (36.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, lower than Sydney metro's $2,000. Median weekly rent was $390, equal to Sydney metro's figure. Nationally, Colyton-Oxley Park's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $390 versus the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 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 constitute the remaining 24.3%, with lone person households making up 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 has university qualification rates at 16.5%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 35.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 26.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 12.1% in primary, 9.2% in secondary, and 3.9% in tertiary education. The three schools in Colyton - Oxley Park have a combined enrollment of 2,030 students. Education provision is balanced with two primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups.

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

Transport analysis shows 80 active stops in Colyton - Oxley Park served by buses. These stops are covered by 25 routes offering 1,524 weekly passenger trips. Residents' average proximity to transport is 155 meters.

Daily service averages 217 trips across all routes, or approximately 19 weekly trips per 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

Oxley Park's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. Among its general population, common health conditions are somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

Approximately 49% of Oxley Park'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, impacting 8.2 and 7.4% of residents respectively. 69.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to Greater Sydney's figure. As of June 2021, 13.5% of Oxley Park's residents are aged 65 and over (1,854 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population.

Colyton - Oxley Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Colyton-Oxley Park has notable cultural diversity, with 33.2% of its population born overseas and an equal percentage speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion in Colyton-Oxley Park, accounting for 58.0% of its residents. However, Islam is more prevalent here than in Greater Sydney, comprising 8.5% compared to the region's 6.2%.

The top three ancestral groups are Australian (21.4%), English (18.6%), and Other (18.2%). There are also significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Samoan at 2.3% (vs regional 2.1%), Filipino at 4.5% (matching regional figures), and Maltese at 2.2% (vs regional 2.6%).

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. 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 the present day, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.0% to 5.1%, while the proportion of those aged 65 to 74 has decreased from 7.8% to 7.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Colyton-Oxley Park. 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 shows minimal growth of just 1% (10 people).