Edensor Park
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Edensor Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of August 2025, Edensor Park's population is approximately 10,203, a decrease of 76 people since the 2021 Census. The ABS estimated resident population in June 2024 was 10,193, with an additional 12 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 3,291 persons per square kilometer, placing Edensor Park in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. While Edensor Park experienced a 0.7% decline from the census, its SA3 area grew by 2.0%, indicating divergent trends. Overseas migration contributed approximately 77.7% of overall population gains recently. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, 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. By 2041, Edensor Park's population is expected to increase by 461 persons, reflecting an overall growth rate of 4.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Edensor Park, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Edensor Park has averaged approximately 33 new dwelling approvals per year. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis, showing 166 homes over the past five financial years from FY20 to FY25, with 6 so far in FY26. The population has declined recently, suggesting that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choice to buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $305,000, under regional levels, indicating more accessible housing choices for buyers. Compared to Greater Sydney, Edensor Park has around half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 43rd percentile nationally, suggesting somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established properties. This activity is also lower than national averages, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. Recent construction comprises 95.0% standalone homes and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

With around 397 people per dwelling approval, Edensor Park shows a developed market. Looking ahead, Edensor Park is expected to grow by 450 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Edensor Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 12 projects potentially impacting this region. Notable projects include Edensor Park Public Preschool, Bonnyrigg Estate Renewal - Humphries Precinct, Advantaged Care at Edensor Gardens, and Canvas at Bonnyrigg. The following list details those most relevant.

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Edensor Park has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Edensor Park had an unemployment rate of 5.1% as of the past year, with estimated employment growth at 5.7%. By June 2025, its unemployment rate was 4.2%, 0.9% above Greater Sydney's rate.

Workforce participation in Edensor Park was 45.7%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries employing residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Manufacturing stood out with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average. However, professional & technical services employed only 6.3% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, Edensor Park's employment increased by 5.7%, labour force grew by 5.0%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6% and an unemployment rate rise of 0.3 percentage points. State-level data to Sep-25 showed NSW employment contracting by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia projected national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Edensor Park's industry mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.1%% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Edensor Park had a median taxpayer income of $46,511 and an average of $59,561 in financial year 2022. These figures are lower than the national average, with Greater Sydney's median being $56,994 and average at $80,856. By March 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $51,441 (median) and $65,874 (average), based on a 10.6% increase since financial year 2022. In 2021 Census data, individual incomes were at the 6th percentile ($538 weekly), while household income was at the 54th percentile. The $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket dominated with 33.3% of residents (3,397 people), similar to regional levels where 30.9% occupied this bracket. High housing costs consumed 15.9% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 55th percentile.

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

Edensor Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 89.7% houses and 10.3% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 73.3% houses and 26.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Edensor Park was at 39.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.5% and rented ones at 27.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Sydney metro's $2,000. The median weekly rent in Edensor Park was $450, compared to Sydney metro's $400. Nationally, Edensor Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Edensor Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 88.5% of all households, including 50.6% couples with children, 20.2% couples without children, and 16.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 11.5%, with lone person households at 10.6% and group households comprising 0.7%. The median household size is 3.4 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 3.2.

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 18.3%, significantly lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (17.9%).

Educational participation is high at 29.3%, including primary education (9.3%), secondary education (8.9%), and tertiary education (5.4%). The area has two public schools, Edensor Park Public School and Governor Philip King Public School, serving a total of 811 students. Edensor Park demonstrates typical Australian school conditions with balanced educational opportunities (ICSEA: 974). Both schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. Local school capacity is limited at 7.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.4, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Public transport analysis indicates that Edensor Park has 45 active transport stops in operation. These are a mix of bus stops serviced by 39 individual routes. The total weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 3,521.

The accessibility of public transport is rated excellent, with residents typically located 160 meters from the nearest stop. On average, service frequency across all routes is 503 trips per day, equating to approximately 78 weekly trips per individual stop.

Edensor Park's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Edensor Park. Prevalence of common health conditions is very low across all age groups.

Private health cover rate is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~5,050 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and diabetes, impacting 6.7% and 6.5% of residents respectively. 76.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 75.6% across Greater Sydney. As of the latest data (2021), 19.8% of Edensor Park's population are aged 65 and over (2,020 people). Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Edensor Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Edensor Park has a population where 54.6% were born overseas, with 70.2% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 71.1%. Buddhism makes up 13.9%, lower than Greater Sydney's average of 21.7%.

The top three ancestral groups are Other (39.5%), Italian (9.3%), and Vietnamese (9.2%). Notably, Croatian ancestry is overrepresented at 4.7% compared to the regional average of 1.7%. Serbian and Spanish ancestries also show slight overrepresentation at 1.3% and 0.9%, respectively.

Edensor Park's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Edensor Park is 39 years, higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years but close to the national average of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented at 11.9% locally while the 35-44 age group is under-represented at 11.0%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75-84 age group grew from 4.3% to 5.8%, and the 65-74 cohort increased from 10.8% to 11.9%, while the 45-54 cohort declined from 12.5% to 11.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Edensor Park, with the 75-84 age group expected to grow by 98% (576 people) reaching 1,167 from 590. Residents aged 65 and older will represent 99% of anticipated growth, while the 65-74 and 15-24 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.