Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi's population was approximately 16,511 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 470 people from the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,041. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates of 16,459 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since then. This results in a population density ratio of 1,492 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 2.9% growth since the census is close to the SA3 area's growth rate of 3.9%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 60.8% 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, 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 population projections anticipate lower quartile growth for Australia's regional areas. The area is expected to increase by 732 persons to 2041, with a total increase of 4.1% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi when compared nationally

Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi has received approximately 83 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 419 homes. By June 2026, 25 approvals have been recorded so far. On average, about 0.9 people per year migrate to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25. New construction is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and enabling population growth that may surpass current expectations.

The average expected construction cost of new properties is $517,000. This financial year has seen approximately $63.8 million in commercial approvals, indicating strong local business investment. Compared to the rest of NSW, Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi shows 10.0% lower construction activity per person but ranks among the 65th percentile nationally. Recent construction consists of 46.0% standalone homes and 54.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

With around 219 people per dwelling approval, the area exhibits characteristics of a low-density region. Population forecasts suggest Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi will gain approximately 680 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially facilitating growth that exceeds current projections.

Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 21 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones include 79 Dobbie Avenue Townhouses, 61 Marlo Road Towradgi - Three Townhouses, Corrimal Transport Oriented Development Area, and IRT Towragi Park Seniors Housing Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi has a skilled workforce with 7.0% unemployment rate as of June 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.9%.

There are 7,767 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, higher than Rest of NSW's 3.7%. Workforce participation is on par with Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Education & training has a particularly high employment share at 1.2 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.3% of local workers compared to Rest of NSW's 5.3%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparison. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 1.9%, labour force by 0.9%, reducing unemployment by 0.9 percentage points. By contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment decline of 0.1%, labour force growth of 0.3%, and unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. State-level data to Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National unemployment rate is 4.5%, with national employment growth at 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May 2025 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary between sectors. Applying these projections to Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 13.8% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended June 2022 shows median income in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi at $53,537 and average income at $67,716. In comparison, Rest of NSW had a median income of $49,459 and an average income of $62,998 during the same period. By March 2025, estimates suggest median income would be approximately $59,212 and average income $74,894 based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% since financial year ended June 2022. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi rank modestly, between the 31st and 36th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income distribution shows that 28.2% of residents (4,656 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, aligning with the surrounding region at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 27th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi, as per the latest Census data, 55.7% of dwellings were houses while 44.3% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro NSW's figures of 58.9% houses and 41.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi stood at 31.4%, with mortgaged properties at 29.0% and rented ones at 39.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,189. Weekly rent in the area averaged $330, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $400. Nationally, Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average by $304, while rents were $45 below the national figure of $375.

Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.3 percent of all households, including 26.1 percent that are couples with children, 23.7 percent that are couples without children, and 14.2 percent that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.7 percent, with lone person households at 31.0 percent and group households comprising 3.5 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.5.

Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

Educational qualifications in Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi trail regional benchmarks. 23.8% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to 33.6% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (27.9%).

Current educational participation is high at 28.0%, including primary education (9.1%), secondary education (7.3%), and tertiary education (5.0%). Nine schools operate in Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi, educating approximately 3,050 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 988) and balanced educational opportunities. Seven primary and two secondary schools serve distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds residential needs at 18.5 places per 100 residents versus the regional average of 15.0, indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region. Note: refer to parent campus for schools with 'n/a' enrolments.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 94 active transport stops within Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi area. These comprise a mix of train and bus services. There are 54 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively facilitating 1,800 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 164 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 257 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 19 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health data indicates significant health issues in Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi. Both younger and older age groups show high prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 53% (~8,816 people) have private health cover, slightly lower than Rest of NSW at 56.6%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.6%) and mental health issues (9.5%). About 64.9% report no medical ailments, compared to 68.6% in Rest of NSW. The area has a higher percentage of seniors aged 65 and over at 19.5% (3,227 people), compared to 17.7% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present similar challenges as the general population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi had a cultural diversity index above average, with 19.3% of its population born overseas and 12.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi, accounting for 53.1%, compared to 51.0% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were English (27.9%), Australian (26.0%), and Irish (7.8%).

Notably, Macedonian ethnicity was overrepresented at 1.0%, Welsh was equally represented at 0.8%, and Serbian was underrepresented at 0.5%.

Corrimal - Tarrawanna - Bellambi's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi is 40 years, which is slightly below Rest of NSW's average of 43 but above Australia's median of 38. The 25-34 cohort is notably over-represented at 15.2% locally compared to the Rest of NSW average. Conversely, the 65-74 age group is under-represented at 10.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the 25-34 age group has grown from 13.5% to 15.2%, while the 55-64 cohort has declined from 13.3% to 12.1%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Corrimal-Tarrawanna-Bellambi. The 25-34 age group is projected to expand by 429 people (17%), from 2,516 to 2,946. Meanwhile, the 45-54 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.