Edmondson Park
Statistical Area - sa2

Edmondson 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

Edmondson Park's population was approximately 17,642 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 5,562 people from the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 12,080. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 16,918 in June 2024 and an additional 981 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,911 persons per square kilometer, placing Edmondson Park in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate of 46.0% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (6.4%) and metropolitan areas, indicating it as a region leader in population growth. Interstate migration contributed approximately 78.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and overseas migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 are used, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population projections show exceptional growth, placing Edmondson Park in the top 10 percent of Australian statistical areas, with an expected increase of 10,311 persons to 2041 based on the latest numbers, resulting in a total gain of 54.3% over the 17-year period.

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

Edmondson Park has averaged approximately 692 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, indicating 3,464 homes over the past five financial years from FY-20 to FY-25, with 19 approvals so far in FY-26. On average, for every home built between FY-20 and FY-25, there are approximately 5.1 new residents. This significant demand exceeds supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $435,000, which is below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options for purchasers. In the current financial year, $64.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Edmondson Park has 1053.0% more building activity per person, indicating ample choice for buyers and strong developer confidence in the area. New developments consist of approximately 29.0% detached dwellings and 71.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns which are currently around 84.0% houses. This trend suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 106 people per dwelling approval, Edmondson Park exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Future projections estimate an addition of approximately 9,587 residents by 2041.

Current construction levels are expected to adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Edmondson Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

The performance of a region is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure. AreaSearch has identified 31 projects that could impact this area. Notable projects include Ed.Square, Edmondson Park Precinct Development, Ed.Square (Frasers Property), and Edmondson Park High School. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Edmondson Park places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Edmondson Park's workforce is highly educated with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 1.8% as of June 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.9%. In June 2025, 9,952 residents were employed, with a workforce participation rate of 66.5%, higher than Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance (1.3 times the regional average), retail trade, and professional & technical services (8.8% compared to 11.5% regionally). The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities.

In the 12 months prior, employment increased by 4.9%, while the labour force grew by 5.0%, keeping unemployment stable at 2.4%. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.6%, with unemployment increasing to 4.5%. State-level data from Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. National projections forecast employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Edmondson Park's industry mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Edmondson Park's median income among taxpayers was $60,669 in financial year 2022, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This figure is higher than the national average of $56,994 for Greater Sydney. The average income in Edmondson Park stood at $69,664 during this period, compared to Greater Sydney's $80,856. By March 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% suggest the median income could be approximately $67,100 and the average around $77,048 in Edmondson Park. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Edmondson Park rank between the 79th and 92nd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 40.7% of residents (7,180 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, reflecting a pattern seen in the broader area where 30.9% occupy this range. Notably, 38.8% earn above $3,000 weekly, suggesting prosperity that contributes to local economic activity. High housing costs consume 21.8% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 86th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

Edmondson Park's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 83.9% houses and 16.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 63.3% houses and 36.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Edmondson Park was at 8.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 58.9% and rented ones at 32.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,800, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,167. Median weekly rent in Edmondson Park was $550, compared to Sydney metro's $400. Nationally, Edmondson Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households represent 87.5% of all households, including 60.6% couples with children, 17.3% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for 12.5%, with lone person households at 10.9% and group households comprising 1.6%. The median household size is 3.4 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 3.0.

Edmondson Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Edmondson Park is high, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ having university qualifications, compared to 21.4% in the broader SA4 region and 27.2% in the nearby SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 28.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational pathways account for 24.8% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 13.6%. Educational participation is notable, with 36.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 13.4% in primary, 8.6% in secondary, and 7.1% in tertiary education.

The area has educational provision from St Francis Catholic College and Edmondson Park Public School, serving a total of 2,256 students. It demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions with an ICSEA score of 1086. The educational mix includes one primary school and one K-12 school. There are 12.9 school places per 100 residents in Edmondson Park, below the regional average of 16.7.

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

Edmondson Park has 26 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 40 distinct routes that facilitate a total of 4,405 weekly passenger trips. The park's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents on average being situated 295 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 629 trips per day, which translates to approximately 169 weekly trips per individual stop.

Edmondson Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Edmondson Park shows excellent health outcomes across all age groups, with very low prevalence of common health conditions. The area has a high rate of private health cover, at approximately 54% (around 9,597 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 50.4%.

Asthma and diabetes are the most prevalent medical conditions in Edmondson Park, affecting 4.7% and 3.7% of residents respectively. About 85.9% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, higher than Greater Sydney's 76.4%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 6.2% (1,084 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 12.8%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Edmondson Park are strong and largely align with the general population's health profile.

Edmondson 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

Edmondson Park has one of the most culturally diverse populations in Australia, with 53.6% of its residents born overseas and 65.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 40.5% of the population. Hinduism is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average, making up 17.8% compared to 7.2%.

The top three ancestral groups are Other (36.1%), Indian (13.2%), and Australian (9.6%), all exceeding regional averages. Notably, Serbian (1.6%), Samoan (1.7%), and Lebanese (2.8%) ethnicities are also overrepresented compared to regional figures.

Edmondson Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Edmondson Park's median age in 2021 was 32 years, making it younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and lower than Australia's national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Edmondson Park had a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (19.9%) but fewer aged 65-74 (4.3%). This was notably higher than the national concentration of 14.2% for the 35-44 age group. Between the 2016 and 2021 Census data, demographic aging was observed with the median age increasing from 31 to 32 years. Key changes included growth in the 45 to 54 age group from 11.1% to 13.3%, and an increase in the 65 to 74 cohort from 3.2% to 4.3%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group declined from 18.3% to 15.8%, and the 0 to 4 age group dropped from 10.2% to 8.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Edmondson Park's age profile. The 15 to 24 cohort is projected to grow by 129%, adding 3,140 residents for a total of 5,572. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort is projected to decline by 130 people.