Area profile · Greater Sydney
Cranebrook - Castlereagh has an estimated 17,501 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Cranebrook - Castlereagh.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Cranebrook - Castlereagh Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 49 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is approximately 17,501 as of Aug 2026, compared with 17,029 people at the 2021 Census; AreaSearch characterises the change as minimal, drawing on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census. The area has a high proportion of children, with family households and couples with children prominent.
Population growth remains limited, and sales activity is relatively low compared with the area's population size. The location is described as having natural beauty and idyllic NSW landscapes, a serene rural setting suited to a laid-back lifestyle and outdoor recreation such as hiking, cycling, and exploring local flora and fauna. It also has a friendly community and local amenities including schools, shops, and healthcare facilities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 15,488 in 2001 and 17,444 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 17,501 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.3%.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for income and the 53rd for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Cranebrook - Castlereagh is $660 a week, up 3.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 16% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.1%.
16% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $468 in 2017, $670 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Grays Lane, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $1,070,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Post Office Road, Castlereagh NSW 2749 | $2,000,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Cliff Place, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $1,220,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 61 Greygums Road, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $1,175,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Etna Close, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $1,045,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Goldmark Crescent, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $950,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Seaton Crescent, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $850,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Procyon Place, Cranebrook NSW 2749 | $990,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 284 Devlin Road, Castlereagh NSW 2749 | $4,162,500 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 28 Isaac Smith Road, Castlereagh NSW 2749 | $3,265,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 22 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,052,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $660 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.15m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $850k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,052,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 22 Jun 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $670 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Penrith | $636 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Penrith, over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 107 tracked applications: 52 approved, 25 under assessment, 30 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Cranebrook - Castlereagh (2 under construction) and 100 more in the surrounding area.
Convenience retail precinct at 1 Renshaw Street, Cranebrook, comprising a 100-place childcare centre, indoor recreation facility, service…
The Nepean Business Park is a 47-hectare industrial and employment precinct transforming former quarry land near the Nepean River.
Long-term transformation of the former Penrith Lakes quarry into a major recreation, tourism and environmental precinct with parklands…
Revitalisation of the existing Cranebrook Shopping Village through the redevelopment of two supermarkets (Woolworths and Aldi), specialty…
A 473-hectare master-planned community by Lendlease comprising approximately 4,800 dwellings.
Construction of 16 detached two-storey dwellings with community title subdivision, including private roads, stormwater, and civil…
Village Park is a planned 1.2 ha community recreation space within the Jordan Springs Village Centre.
Geotechnical and ground settlement remediation program across affected residential precincts in Jordan Springs East.
Upgrade to Cranebrook High School including three general learning spaces, a covered outdoor learning space, a shared learning space, and a…
A $150-million movie studio precinct with 10 production stages, filming tanks, a film school, a golf course, and a heliport in western…
Proposed 15ha regional open space within Jordan Springs East featuring seven sporting fields, netball courts, adventure playground…
A $127M road corridor upgrade along 4.2 km of Dunheved Road between Richmond Road and Werrington Road in St Marys and Werrington…
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Estimated completion year of the 56 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 13, 2027 18, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 2. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 107 substantial development applications lodged in and around Cranebrook - Castlereagh over the past 5 years, 76 in the last 12 months; 25 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 10, 2023 5, 2024 6, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 76.
Key application 52-68 Taylor Road, Cranebrook Commercial | $9.6m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 107 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 76 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 26 | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 52 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 include: Cranebrook Retail Development (Construction); Nepean Business Park (Construction); Jordan Springs Development (Construction); Laycock Street Residential Subdivision (Approved); and Penrith Lakes Scheme (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 spans multiple sectors including Business Parks & Technology Hubs, Residential Development, and Communities, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 32nd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Cranebrook - Castlereagh, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 area has seen 41 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2's current population of 17,501 has been supported by 26 approvals on average over recent years.
The Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 has seen 1.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 853 people in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 26, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 has grown by approximately 199 people, while 132 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,501 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 358 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 39th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,029 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 472 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 48.90 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 was estimated to be approximately 17,501 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 17,444 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The cranebrook - castlereagh sa2 has added approximately 472 people and shown a 2.77% increase from the 17,029 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is estimated at 358 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (71.1%), Overseas migration (28.9%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 71.1% of overall population gains.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Cranebrook - Castlereagh is 3 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.2% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.4% of the population in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.3% of the population in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,055 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,019 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,118 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $897 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,304 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is approximately $70,269. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,055.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is approximately $80,869. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,019.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is approximately $70,269 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,055 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is approximately $80,869 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,019 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2's households (~38.3% / 2,090 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.3% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is $2,118/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is $2,304/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is $897/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $66,055 with the average level standing at $76,019. This is higher than average nationally and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $70,269 (median) and $80,869 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is $7,653 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The cranebrook - castlereagh sa2's disposable income is $7,653 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Cranebrook - Castlereagh presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.9%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 9,695 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,982 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 10,090 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 has approximately 9,695 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement, though the very low unemployment rate of 3.9% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 stands at 3.9%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (14.8% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.6%), and retail trade (10.5%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is 72.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The cranebrook - castlereagh sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 14.8% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The cranebrook - castlereagh sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. However, the low unemployment rate of 3.9% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Cranebrook - Castlereagh: university qualifications 16.7%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 987.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
16.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
42.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The cranebrook - castlereagh sa2 ranks in the 36th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 are: Certificate (30.8%), Bachelor Degree (11.7%), Advanced Diploma (10.1%).
30.8% of the population in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 3.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is 987, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 9 schools within the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,700 students.
The cranebrook - castlereagh sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 3 combined schools.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,463 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,614 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 had 5,463 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.8% to an estimated 5,614 households today.
The average household size in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.7%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,458 family households, couples with children account for 41.8% of all households, couples without children at home 23.5%, and single parent families 15.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.6% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.7% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.4% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 16.7% of all households in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 84.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
Cranebrook - Castlereagh was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.2% of its population born in Australia, 91.1% being citizens, and 89.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Cranebrook - Castlereagh was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.9% of people in Cranebrook - Castlereagh. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Cranebrook - Castlereagh are Australian, comprising 29.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, English, comprising 26.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, and Irish, comprising 7.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 4.3% of Cranebrook - Castlereagh (vs 1.0% across Greater Sydney), Samoan at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (vs 1.3%).
15.8% of the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
10.2% of the population in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
4.6% of the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.1% of the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 90.3% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 48.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $410 | 2021 Census, weekly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, 24.9% of homes are owned outright, 48.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 90.3% of dwellings in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 are houses.
In the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 stands at 24.9%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is $2,167, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is $1,525, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 19.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 consists of 90.3% detached houses, 9.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Cranebrook - Castlereagh consumes approximately 16.6% of median household income ($9,171 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Cranebrook - Castlereagh show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Cranebrook - Castlereagh: private health cover 55.4%, no long-term health condition 68.7%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 60th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, 5.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
9.0% of people in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.5% of the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.9% of people in the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2, 55.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 47 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 47th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 158 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,202 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 111 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 59 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 30.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 158 public transport stops within the Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2.
The Cranebrook - Castlereagh SA2 has 1,202 weekly trips across 59 routes, averaging 171 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 186 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 569 m away and the nearest school 680 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 158 stops nearby, 1,202 weekly trips, access rating 47 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 45th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 569 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 680 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Cranebrook - Castlereagh, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 32nd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh's resilient property market has recorded 231 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 96% residential, 1% commercial and 3% vacant land transactions.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in Cranebrook - Castlereagh presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.9%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing.
Education in Cranebrook - Castlereagh: university qualifications 16.7%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 987.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Health in Cranebrook - Castlereagh: private health cover 55.4%, no long-term health condition 68.7%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Cranebrook - Castlereagh has an estimated 17,501 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Cranebrook - Castlereagh.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Cranebrook - Castlereagh.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Cranebrook - Castlereagh from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Cranebrook - Castlereagh with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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