Edgeworth - Cameron Park

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

As of November 2025, Edgeworth-Cameron Park's population is approximately 19,691, indicating a rise of 3,316 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,375. This increase reflects an estimated resident population of 18,060 in June 2024 and 552 validated new addresses post-Census. The population density stands at 1,261 persons per square kilometer, surpassing the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Edgeworth-Cameron Park's growth rate of 20.3% since the 2021 Census exceeds that of Rest of NSW (5.7%) and its SA4 region. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 70.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers contributing positively to growth. AreaSearch is adopting 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, Edgeworth-Cameron Park is projected to grow by 9,913 persons, reflecting a total gain of 42.0% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

The level of residential development activity in Edgeworth - Cameron Park was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Edgeworth - Cameron Park has averaged approximately 210 new dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 1,053 homes were approved, with an additional 34 approved so far in FY-26. On average, each dwelling has contributed around 2.3 new residents per year over these five years.

This indicates strong demand for housing, which should positively impact property values. The average construction cost value of new homes is $293,000. In the current financial year, commercial development approvals have reached $99.7 million, reflecting robust local business investment. Compared to the rest of NSW, Edgeworth - Cameron Park has seen slightly more development activity, with a 42.0% increase in development per person over the past five years. This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand.

The area's development activity is well above the national average, suggesting strong developer confidence. New development in Edgeworth - Cameron Park consists of 66.0% standalone homes and 34.0% medium to high-density housing. This shift from the area's current housing composition (93.0% houses) indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles, with an increased need for diverse and affordable housing options. With around 95 people per dwelling approval, Edgeworth - Cameron Park exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to recent AreaSearch quarterly estimates, the population is forecasted to grow by 8,281 residents by 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with these growth projections, though increased competition among buyers can be expected as the population expands.

Edgeworth - Cameron Park has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

The performance of a region can be significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 29 such projects that could potentially impact the area. Notable projects include Cameron Grove Estate, Edgeworth Town Centre Redevelopment, Cameron Grove Estate, and Winten Cameron Park Stage 5 Development. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Edgeworth - Cameron Park demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Edgeworth - Cameron Park has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, lower than the Rest of NSW's 3.8%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.3%.

As of September 2025, 10,132 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.9% below the regional average and workforce participation at 73.4%, higher than Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Approximately 19.9% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area has a strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3%.

Local employment opportunities appear limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.3% while labour force rose by 4.0%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw a decrease in employment (-0.5%), a slight contraction in labour force (-0.1%), and an increase in unemployment (0.4 percentage points). National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Edgeworth - Cameron Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not consider localized population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023. Edgeworth - Cameron Park SA2's median income among taxpayers was $59,561, with an average of $68,012. These figures align with national averages. Rest of NSW had a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 are approximately $64,838 (median) and $74,038 (average). The 2021 Census shows household, family, and personal incomes in Edgeworth - Cameron Park cluster around the 64th percentile nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 37.8% of locals (7,443 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to metropolitan regions where 29.9% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 16.6% of income. Despite this, disposable income ranks at the 67th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Edgeworth - Cameron Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Edgeworth-Cameron Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consists of 92.6% houses and 7.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is compared to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Edgeworth-Cameron Park stands at 26.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.0% and rented ones at 24.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Edgeworth-Cameron Park is $450, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, mortgage repayments are higher at $2,000 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 79.3% of all households, including 40.2% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 12.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 20.7%, with lone person households at 18.5% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Edgeworth - Cameron Park shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 18.5%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas account for 9.9% and certificates for 32.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.7% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Edgeworth - Cameron Park has 128 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 59 different routes that together facilitate 1,023 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents on average located 181 meters from the nearest transport stop. Most residents commute outward due to the primarily residential nature of the area. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 96% of residents. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 19.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 146 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 7 weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this data, displaying the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Edgeworth - Cameron Park is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Edgeworth - Cameron Park faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is more prevalent than average at approximately 53% of the total population (~10,357 people). Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, impacting 10.8 and 9.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 64.3% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Working-age residents have a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions than average. The area has 13.0% of residents aged 65 and over (2,561 people), lower than the 23.0% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Edgeworth - Cameron Park ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Edgeworth-Cameron Park, surveyed in 2016, had a predominantly Australian-born population with 87.8% born there. Citizenship was high at 92.3%, and English-only speakers were 89.7%. Christianity was the dominant religion at 50.9%.

Hinduism, though small at 2.1%, was higher than the Rest of NSW's 0.8%. Ancestry showed Australian (32.1%), English (29.5%), and Scottish (7.1%) as top groups. Polish (1.0% vs 0.5%), Australian Aboriginal (4.9% vs 4.6%), and Macedonian (0.4% vs 0.4%) showed notable divergences from regional averages.

Edgeworth - Cameron Park's population is younger than the national pattern

The median age in Edgeworth - Cameron Park is 34, which is lower than the Rest of NSW figure of 43 and Australia's figure of 38 years. The 25-34 cohort is over-represented locally at 16.1%, compared to the Rest of NSW average, while those aged 65-74 are under-represented at 7.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has increased from 14.5% to 16.1% of the population. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 15.1% to 14.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Edgeworth - Cameron Park's age profile will significantly evolve. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to grow by 1,763 people (56%), increasing from 3,172 to 4,936.