Denham Court - Bardia

Denham Court - Bardia lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Denham Court - Bardia's population is approximately 23,985 as of November 2025. This represents an increase of 9,117 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,868. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 20,639 in June 2024 and an additional 395 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 1,538 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Denham Court - Bardia's growth rate of 61.3% since the 2021 census exceeds both the state (7.6%) and Greater Sydney figures, making it a significant growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 73.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, though all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year are utilized. 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, with the area expected to grow by 4,731 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 5.7% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Denham Court - Bardia was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Denham Court - Bardia has seen approximately 313 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 1,567 homes were approved, with a further 41 approved so far in FY-26. Over these five years, an average of 7.3 new residents arrived per dwelling constructed each year.

This significant demand outpaces supply, typically driving up prices and increasing competition among buyers. The average construction cost value for new dwellings is $169,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options. In FY-26, commercial approvals totaled $8.7 million, indicating limited focus on commercial development. Comparatively, Denham Court - Bardia records 351.0% more new home approvals per person than Greater Sydney, providing ample choice for buyers. However, building activity has slowed in recent years.

This is substantially higher than national averages, suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. New building activity consists of approximately 89.0% standalone homes and 11.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. With around 349 people per dwelling approval, Denham Court - Bardia indicates a developed market. Looking ahead to 2041, based on current development patterns and AreaSearch quarterly estimates, the area is expected to grow by approximately 1,365 residents. This should readily meet demand for new housing supply, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Denham Court - Bardia has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Local infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 69 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Denham Court Road Upgrade, Willowdale Community Precinct, Stockland Willowdale Community Development, and Glenfield Parklands Revitalization. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Denham Court - Bardia performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Denham Court - Bardia has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 2.4% as of September 2025, which is lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.9%.

A total of 11,262 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.8% below Greater Sydney's rate. Workforce participation was higher at 76.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 41.6% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.

The area has a particularly strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services show lower representation at 8.6% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 5.9% while labour force increased by 6.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Denham Court - Bardia's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Denham Court - Bardia SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $67,017 and an average income of $76,991. Nationally, these figures are high compared to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,013. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $72,955 (median) and $83,812 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, Denham Court - Bardia's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 77th and 88th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 39.1% of residents (9,378 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket, consistent with regional trends showing 30.9% in the same category. Economic strength is evident with 35.5% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 21.8% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 80th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Denham Court - Bardia is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Denham Court-Bardia, as per the latest Census, comprised 86.1% houses and 13.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Denham Court-Bardia was at 12.0%, with the remainder mortgaged (63.1%) or rented (24.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,700, above Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent was $550, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Denham Court-Bardia's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,700 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Denham Court - Bardia features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 87.6% of all households, consisting of 57.6% couples with children, 20.3% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 12.4%, with lone person households at 11.1% and group households comprising 1.2% of the total. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Denham Court - Bardia shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Denham Court - Bardia shows significant surpassing of broader benchmarks. Specifically, 40.3% of residents aged 15+ hold university qualifications, compared to 22.3% in the SA4 region and 24.6% in the SA3 area. This high level of educational attainment positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 26.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%).

Trade and technical skills also feature prominently, with 28.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (16.4%). Educational participation is notably high, with 32.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.9% in primary education, 6.9% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Denham Court-Bardia has 36 active public transport stops serving buses. These stops are covered by 33 routes, offering a total of 1,816 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents typically located 418 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily, primarily using cars (84%), while 12% use trains. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.6, higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 41.6% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

On average, there are 259 trips daily across all routes, equating to about 50 weekly trips per individual stop.

Denham Court - Bardia's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

AreaSearch's assessment shows Denham Court - Bardia has excellent health outcomes. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are low, particularly among younger residents.

Private health cover is high at approximately 57%, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most common conditions are asthma (5.3%) and diabetes (3.7%), with 83.5% of residents reporting no medical ailments, higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Only 7.8% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,880 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.3%. While health outcomes for seniors are above average, they rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

Denham Court - Bardia is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Denham Court-Bardia, one of Australia's most culturally diverse areas, has 48.0% of its population born overseas and 58.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Denham Court-Bardia, with 47.7%. Hinduism is significantly overrepresented at 16.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 5.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (34.1%), Australian (11.6%), and Indian (9.5%). Serbian (1.5%), Samoan (1.5%), and Filipino (3.6%) ethnicities show notable divergences from regional averages.

Denham Court - Bardia hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Denham Court - Bardia's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Denham Court - Bardia has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (22.7%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6.7%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.2%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, as of 2021 Census data, Denham Court - Bardia's age profile has shifted since the previous census in 2016. The proportion of residents aged 35-44 has increased from 20.8% to 22.7%, while those aged 5-14 have risen from 16.1% to 17.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 19.7% to 15.0%, and the 0-4 age group has dropped from 11.2% to 9.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Denham Court - Bardia's age profile. The number of residents aged 55-64 is expected to grow by 73%, adding 1,167 individuals to reach a total of 2,763. However, population declines are projected for the 25-34 and 5-14 age cohorts.