Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca
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An assessment of population growth drivers in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca's population is approximately 4,073 as of Aug 2025. This figure represents an increase of 123 people from the 2021 Census count of 3,950. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,049 in June 2024 and the addition of 18 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 11.2 persons per square kilometer. Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca's 3.1% growth since the census is comparable to the SA3 area's growth rate of 3.8%, indicating strong fundamental growth factors. Natural growth contributed approximately 57.0% of overall population gains in 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 utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, the area is expected to grow by 163 persons by 2041, representing a total gain of 3.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca has recorded approximately seven residential properties granted approval annually. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis. Over the past five financial years, from FY20 to FY25, 37 dwellings were approved, with none recorded so far in FY26. On average, 2.2 new residents per year have been associated with each dwelling over these years, indicating solid demand that supports property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $624,000, which is somewhat higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. This financial year has seen $447,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca shows substantially reduced construction activity, with 65.0% fewer new dwellings per person than the regional average. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. New construction has been entirely comprised of standalone homes, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

The estimated population count of 2311 people per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections show Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca adding 139 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26thth percentile nationally

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The employment landscape in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca has an unemployment rate of 4.0% and an estimated employment growth of 1.7% in the past year as of June 2025. The area has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented.

There are 1,962 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, which is 0.7 percentage points higher than the Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation in Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca is 60.4%, compared to the Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area specializes in construction with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level.

Manufacturing, however, is under-represented at 3.7% compared to Rest of NSW's 5.8%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. In the year to June 2025, employment levels increased by 1.7%, while labour force increased by 3.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.5 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of NSW saw employment decline of 0.1%, labour force growth of 0.3%, and an increase in unemployment of 0.4 percentage points. State-level data for NSW as of Sep-25 shows employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project a national expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended June 2022 shows median income in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca was $50,598 and average income was $64,418. This compares to Rest of NSW's median income of $49,459 and average income of $62,998 for the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% from June 2022 to March 2025, estimated median income in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca would be approximately $55,961 and average income would be around $71,246 by March 2025. According to the Census conducted in August 2021, household incomes in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca ranked between the 33rd and 46th percentiles nationally. The most common income bracket was $1,500 - $2,999, with 36.5% of locals (1,486 people) falling into this category, slightly higher than the broader area's 29.9%. After housing expenses, 85.9% of income remained for other expenditures. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile nationally.

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca, as evaluated at the Census 2016, comprised 96.5% houses and 3.5% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 78.4% houses and 21.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca was 39.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.9% and rented dwellings at 16.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, aligning with Non-Metro NSW's average. The median weekly rent figure was $365, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $370. Nationally, Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,733 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less at $365 compared to the national figure of $375.

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 80.2% of all households, including 35.3% couples with children, 34.7% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.8%, with lone person households at 17.0% and group households making up 2.8%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 20.1%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 47.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 11.3% and certificates at 35.7%. Educational participation is high, with 29.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.3% in primary, 9.1% in secondary, and 2.6% in tertiary education. The four schools in Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca have a combined enrollment of 209 students, focusing exclusively on primary education with secondary options available nearby. Local school capacity is limited at 5.1 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.7, resulting in many families traveling for schooling.

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

The analysis of public transportation in the Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca area indicates that there are currently 193 active transport stops operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totalling 19 individual routes. Together, these routes facilitate 185 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport services is rated as good, with residents typically residing within 217 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 26 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately zero weekly trips per individual stop.

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks. Both young and old age cohorts experience a typical range of common health conditions.

The area has 52% private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area (~2,113 people), compared to Rest of NSW at 48%. Mental health issues affect 8.9%, while arthritis impacts 8.6% of residents. A total of 68.5% declare no medical ailments, higher than Rest of NSW's 63.9%. The area has 19% residents aged 65 and over (773 people), lower than the 23.9% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, exceeding general population metrics.

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca has a cultural diversity index below average, with 89.3% citizens, 88.0% born in Australia, and 95.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, accounting for 45.6%. The group classified as 'Other' is overrepresented at 0.8%, compared to 3.3% regionally.

In terms of ancestry, Australians make up 32.4%, English 31.4%, and Irish 8.2%. Notably, Dutch (1.9%) and German (4.4%) groups are overrepresented, while Russian is slightly above regional average at 0.4%.

Coramba - Nana Glen - Bucca hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca's median age of 44 years is similar to Rest of NSW's 43 years and above the national average of 38 years. Compared to Rest of NSW, Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca has a higher percentage of residents aged 45-54 (14.9%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (4.8%). Between the 2016 and 2021 Census, the population aged 85+ increased from 0.8% to 1.6%, while the 55-64 group decreased from 16.6% to 15.4%. The 5-14 age group also declined from 13.9% to 12.8%. By 2041, Coramba-Nana Glen-Bucca's population is expected to shift significantly in terms of age composition. Notably, the 35-44 age group is projected to grow by 15%, reaching 552 people from 479. Meanwhile, the 85+ and 15-24 cohorts are expected to decrease in population.