Condobolin
Statistical Area - sa2

Condobolin has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Condobolin's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 6,356 people. This figure represents a decrease of 16 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,372 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,352 in June 2024 and an additional 50 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 0.40 persons per square kilometer. While Condobolin experienced a 0.3% decline since the census, the SA3 area achieved 0.4% growth, indicating divergent population trends. Natural growth contributed approximately 54.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 uses 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. According to these projections, Condobolin's population is expected to decline by 1,036 persons by 2041. However, growth is anticipated in specific age cohorts, notably the 75 to 84 age group, which is projected to grow by 52 people.

The level of residential development activity in Condobolin is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Condobolin has averaged around 10 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 50 homes were approved, with an additional 3 approved so far in FY26. The population decline in recent years suggests that new supply has likely been keeping up with demand, providing good choices for buyers.

The average construction value of new properties is $471,000, indicating a focus on the premium market and high-end developments. This financial year has seen $6.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Condobolin's primarily residential nature. Comparatively, Condobolin shows approximately half the construction activity per person when measured against the Rest of NSW. Nationally, it ranks among the 20th percentile of areas assessed, suggesting more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing properties. This level is below average nationally, which may reflect the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

New building activity in Condobolin consists of 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving its low density nature and appealing to space-seeking buyers. This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns, which are currently 95.0% houses. This change may indicate diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences, as well as housing affordability needs. The estimated population per dwelling approval in Condobolin is 809 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. With population projections showing stability or decline, the area should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Condobolin has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 11 projects expected to influence the region. Notable projects include Lachlan Views Estate (Scott Street Sub-division), GrainCorp Condobolin Rail Siding Upgrade, NSW Heavy Vehicle Rest Stops Program (TfNSW), and NSW Inland Rail Interface Improvements. The following list details those most relevant:.

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The employment landscape in Condobolin presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.5%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Condobolin has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 3.5%.

There are 3,253 residents in work, which is 0.2% below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of NSW at 56.4%. Leading employment industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, education & training, and health care & social assistance. Agriculture, forestry & fishing employs 5.7 times the regional level but health care & social assistance is lower at 11.3% compared to Rest of NSW's 16.9%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis. From June 2024 to June 2025, labour force decreased by 2.5%, employment declined by 3.5%, causing unemployment to rise by 1.0 percentage points. Rest of NSW recorded an employment decline of 0.1% with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) suggest Condobolin's employment could grow by approximately 4.8% over five years and 11.2% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Condobolin had a median taxpayer income of $44,996 and an average income of $53,601. Nationally, the median was $49,459 and the average was $62,998. In Rest of NSW, these figures were $49,459 and $62,998 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Condobolin's median income will be approximately $50,670 and the average will be around $60,360, based on a 12.61% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Condobolin fall between the 14th and 19th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. The largest income bracket comprises 30.0% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 1,906 residents in this range. This pattern is similar to the broader area where 29.9% earn within this range. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 91.6% income retention, Condobolin's total disposable income ranks at just the 22nd percentile nationally.

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

In Condobolin, as per the latest Census evaluation, 94.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 5.1% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 92.0% houses and 8.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Condobolin stood at 46.7%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 25.6% and rented dwellings making up 27.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $867, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,200. The median weekly rent in Condobolin was recorded at $180, compared to Non-Metro NSW's figure of $220. Nationally, Condobolin's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Condobolin features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.8% of all households, including 26.7% couples with children, 28.5% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.2%, consisting of 31.4% lone person households and 1.7% group households. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 15.3%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 8.5% and certificates at 27.8%. Educational participation is high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 14.9% in primary, 8.5% in secondary, and 2.0% in tertiary education.

Condobolin has a network of 9 schools educating approximately 1,056 students, comprising 3 primary, 1 secondary, and 5 K-12 schools.

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

Condobolin has 306 active public transport stops, operated by a mix of trains and buses. These stops are served by 41 individual routes, offering 500 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents located an average of 237 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 71 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately one weekly trip per stop.

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

Condobolin faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. Only approximately 47% (~2,987 people) have private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis (10.6%) and asthma (10.2%). Notably, 63.5% report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Rest of NSW at 62.4%. The area has 22.3% (1,417 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 23.8% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some difficulties despite performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Condobolin had below average cultural diversity, with 85.5% of its population being Australian citizens, 94.4% born in Australia, and 96.1% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion was Christianity, comprising 73.0% of Condobolin's population, compared to 70.4% across the Rest of NSW. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were Australian (34.4%), English (28.2%), and Australian Aboriginal (13.1%), which was significantly higher than the regional average of 7.9%.

Notably, Irish ethnicity was overrepresented at 8.1% in Condobolin compared to 8.9% regionally, and Scottish ethnicity was also slightly higher at 7.5% versus 7.2%.

Condobolin's median age exceeds the national pattern

Condobolin's median age is 41 years, which is lower than the Rest of NSW average of 43 but higher than the national average of 38. The 5-14 age group comprises 14.3% of Condobolin's population, compared to the Rest of NSW figure. The 15-24 cohort makes up 10.2%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 65-74 age group has increased from 11.4% to 12.6%, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 11.5% to 10.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling predicts significant changes in Condobolin's age profile. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 8%, adding 33 residents to reach 473. Senior residents aged 65 and above will contribute entirely to population growth, emphasizing aging trends. Meanwhile, populations are expected to decline in the 45-54 and 25-34 age groups.