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Elderslie - Narellan has an estimated 15,015 residents, up 7.1% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Elderslie - Narellan.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Elderslie - Narellan Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 49 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 15,015 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 14,019 people recorded at the 2021 Census, this represents an increase of 996 people (7.1%). The estimate combines the ABS estimated resident population of 14,984 as of June 2025 with 250 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Residents are relatively young, with a median age of 34, and the area is made up largely of family households and couples with children. Income levels are high, with median household income above average, and population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
Representation of residents aged 5 to 14 is also elevated. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Elderslie - Narellan Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 49 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 15,015 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 14,019 people recorded at the 2021 Census, this represents an increase of 996 people (7.1%). The estimate combines the ABS estimated resident population of 14,984 as of June 2025 with 250 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Residents are relatively young, with a median age of 34, and the area is made up largely of family households and couples with children. Income levels are high, with median household income above average, and population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
Representation of residents aged 5 to 14 is also elevated. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,650 in 2001 and 14,984 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 15,015 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 15.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.7%.
Elderslie - Narellan ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for population growth and the 90th for employment drivers.
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 Elderslie - Narellan is $676 a week, up 5.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 14% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.1%.
14% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $469 in 2017, $692 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $338 in 2017, $448 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Rheinbergers Circuit Elderslie NSW 2570 | $1,350,000 | 29 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Mowatt Street, Narellan NSW 2567 | $942,500 | 27 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 59 Higgins Avenue Elderslie NSW 2570 | $500,000 | 27 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Chamberlain Way, Harrington Park NSW 2567 | $2,450,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Ryeland Close Elderslie NSW 2570 | $1,230,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Peppercorn Avenue, Narellan NSW 2567 | $1,050,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Suffolk Place Elderslie NSW 2570 | $1,360,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Asimus Circuit Elderslie NSW 2570 | $1,120,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 69 Valley View Drive, Narellan NSW 2567 | $1,210,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 72 Castlemaine Circuit, Harrington Park NSW 2567 | $2,420,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 47 residential sales recorded since 30 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 29 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 47, houses and units together, was $1,360,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $676 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.4% | 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 | $1.21m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $773k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,360,000 | Median of the 47 most recent residential sales, settled 30 Jul 2026 to 29 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $692 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $448 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Camden | $705 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Camden, over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Outer South West | $649 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Outer South West, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 |
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Status of the 170 tracked applications: 85 approved, 39 under assessment, 46 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Elderslie - Narellan (2 under construction) and 140 more in the surrounding area.
The Elderslie Village Centre is a planned neighbourhood retail and community hub under the Camden Council Elderslie Urban Release Area Masterplan. Situated at the corner of Lodges Road and Hilder Street, the proposed centre will deliver up to 2,500 sqm of retail and commercial floor space, including a supermarket, medical facilities, and specialty shops.
Adaptive reuse of the state-heritage Studley Park House as a 5-room boutique hotel and function spaces, plus a new connected 44-key hotel building and four residential flat buildings (148 apartments). Works include remediation, demolition of dilapidated defence structures, new road access, landscaping, civil infrastructure and Community Title subdivision.
Evergreen at Spring Farm is a masterplanned residential community delivered by AVJennings within the Camden growth corridor near Narellan. The estate comprises hundreds of detached dwellings, turn-key homes, and land lots supported by local parks, walking trails, and new road infrastructure.
Major greenfield residential release area within the Greater Macarthur Growth Area delivering around 1,800 homes together with parks, local roads and community infrastructure.
Final stages of the established Camden Lakeside golf course community, delivering premium residential lots overlooking the lake and fairways.
Evergreen is a thriving masterplanned residential community offering modern 3, 4, and 5 bedroom turnkey homes and land lots in Spring Farm. Originally comprising 850 lots across 62 hectares with plans for 885 dwellings, the development features family-friendly parks, walking trails, and excellent connectivity to schools, shopping centres, and transport…
Masterplanned residential community delivered by AVID Property Group and AVJennings as a joint venture at Lodges Road, Elderslie in Sydney's south-west. The community encompasses a mix of land lots and townhomes set across 3.5 hectares of public parks and reserves, with access to local schools, bus routes, and the Narellan and Camden town centres.
Completed pavement stabilisation and road surface renewal along approximately 595 metres of Kirkham Lane in Kirkham, within the Camden local government area. The works covered approximately 5,250 square metres of road pavement between the weir and a point 100 metres north of Camden Valley Way.
The Camden Community Nursery is a purpose-built facility designed to support local biodiversity through the propagation of native plants. It serves as an educational hub providing workshops on sustainable gardening, environmental conservation, and local flora management for the community and schools.
Road infrastructure upgrade including construction of a new roundabout, stormwater drainage works, pavement construction, provision of shared pathway, reconstruction of traffic islands at the intersection of Macarthur Road and Camden Bypass exit, watermain adjustment, and landscaping works to improve local traffic flow and connectivity in the growing Spring…
Harrington Grove is an award-winning master-planned residential community in the Macarthur region of New South Wales. The estate integrates high-quality residential precincts with over 280 hectares of conservation land, specifically preserving the Cumberland Plain Woodland.
Western Sydney Studios, also branded Oran Park Studios, is a proposed film and television campus on a 3 hectare site in Oran Park's Employment Zone. Developed by Greenfields Development Company, the first stage includes three large soundstages, production offices, workshops and a multi-deck car park.
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Estimated completion year of the 68 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 18, 2027 25, 2028 8, 2029 6, 2030 6, 2031 2, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 1. 30 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 170 substantial development applications lodged in and around Elderslie - Narellan over the past 5 years, 120 in the last 12 months; 39 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 9, 2023 10, 2024 10, 2025 20, 2026 (to Nov) 119.
Key application 2A Porrende Street, Narellan Commercial | $32m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 170 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 120 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 51st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 57 | ABS building approvals | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 85 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 include: Studley Park House Redevelopment (Approved); Elderslie Release Area (Greater Macarthur Growth Area) (Construction); Elderslie Village Centre (Pre-Approval); Camden Lakeside Stage 3 & 4 (Elderslie) (Construction); and Evergreen Spring Farm (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Elderslie - Narellan when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 area has seen 76 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Elderslie - Narellan SA2's current population of 15,015 has been supported by 57 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Elderslie - Narellan SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 57, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 has grown by approximately 1,311 people, while 283 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Elderslie - Narellan lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,015 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 981 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 51st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,019 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 996 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 15.31 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 was estimated to be approximately 15,015 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,984 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The elderslie - narellan sa2 has added approximately 996 people and shown a 7.10% increase from the 14,019 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is estimated at 981 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (55.2%), Overseas migration (33.4%), Interstate migration (11.3%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 55.2% of overall population gains.
Elderslie - Narellan 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 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.1% | 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 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Elderslie - Narellan 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, Elderslie - Narellan 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 Elderslie - Narellan SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 15.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.8% of the population in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.2% of the population in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,321 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $80,451 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,189 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $939 | 2021 Census, weekly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,457 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is approximately $71,616. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,321.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is approximately $85,584. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $80,451.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is approximately $71,616 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,321 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is approximately $85,584 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $80,451 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Elderslie - Narellan SA2's households (~33.7% / 1,571 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.7% 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 Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is $2,189/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is $2,457/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is $939/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $67,321 with the average level standing at $80,451. This is very high 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 $71,616 (median) and $85,584 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is $7,802 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The elderslie - narellan sa2's disposable income is $7,802 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Elderslie - Narellan places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 79.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 9,214 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,755 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,436 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 has approximately 9,214 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 stands at 2.4%, which is 1.8 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (14.9% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.6%), and education & training (11.7%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is 79.6%, 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%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The elderslie - narellan sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 14.9% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The elderslie - narellan sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Elderslie - Narellan sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
21.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
38.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The elderslie - narellan sa2 ranks in the 48th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 are: Certificate (28.6%), Bachelor Degree (14.4%), Advanced Diploma (11.5%).
31.2% of the population in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 8.7% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is 1000, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Elderslie - Narellan SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,168 students.
The elderslie - narellan sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Elderslie - Narellan features high concentrations of couples with children 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 | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 42.3% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,666 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,998 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 had 4,666 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.1% to an estimated 4,998 households today.
The average household size in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.5%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,770 family households, couples with children account for 42.3% of all households, couples without children at home 23.5%, and single parent families 14.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.8% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.5% 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 Elderslie - Narellan 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 50.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 17.5% of all households in the Elderslie - Narellan 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 1.7% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Elderslie - Narellan 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 | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 89.2% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 84.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
Elderslie - Narellan was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.4% of its population born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 89.2% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Elderslie - Narellan was found to be Christianity, which makes up 64.2% of people in Elderslie - Narellan. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Elderslie - Narellan are Australian, comprising 27.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, English, comprising 26.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, and Other, comprising 7.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Elderslie - Narellan (vs 1.0% across Greater Sydney), Serbian at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and Italian at 5.4% (vs 3.4%).
15.6% of the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
10.8% of the population in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.7% of the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
92.6% of the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Elderslie - Narellan is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,427 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.1% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $450 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 64th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Elderslie - Narellan SA2, 25.2% of homes are owned outright, 47.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.9% of dwellings in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 are houses.
In the Elderslie - Narellan SA2, 1.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 stands at 25.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is $2,427, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is $1,683, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Elderslie - Narellan SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.6% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 consists of 88.9% detached houses, 8.6% semi-detached dwellings, 1.3% apartments, and 1.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Elderslie - Narellan consumes approximately 17.8% of median household income ($9,478 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Elderslie - Narellan show attached dwellings contributing 34% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 66% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health in Elderslie - Narellan: private health cover 57.1%, no long-term health condition 70.5%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 68th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.5% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Around 57.1% of people in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Elderslie - Narellan SA2, 5.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.8% of people in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Elderslie - Narellan SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Elderslie - Narellan SA2, 57.1% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 70th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 111 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,768 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 135 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 102 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 33.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 111 public transport stops within the Elderslie - Narellan SA2.
The Elderslie - Narellan SA2 has 4,768 weekly trips across 102 routes, averaging 681 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 240 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 445 m away and the nearest school 640 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 111 stops nearby, 4,768 weekly trips, access rating 70 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 38th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 445 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 640 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 940 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 960 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 12 long day care centres with 931 places in Elderslie - Narellan, about 1.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Elderslie - Narellan when compared nationally.
Elderslie - Narellan ranks in the 56th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Elderslie - Narellan's resilient property market has recorded 229 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 91% residential, 3% commercial and 6% vacant land transactions.
Elderslie - Narellan lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Elderslie - Narellan hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Elderslie - Narellan places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Educational attainment in Elderslie - Narellan sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Elderslie - Narellan features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Elderslie - Narellan ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Elderslie - Narellan is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Health in Elderslie - Narellan: private health cover 57.1%, no long-term health condition 70.5%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Elderslie - Narellan has an estimated 15,015 residents, up 7.1% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Elderslie - Narellan.
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 Elderslie - Narellan.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing 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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (123011699). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
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 (Oct 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Elderslie - Narellan 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 Elderslie - Narellan with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
