Epping (East) - North Epping

Epping (East) - North Epping lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Epping (East) - North Epping's population is approximately 16,100 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 1,696 people, a rise of 11.8% since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 14,404. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,616 in June 2024 and an additional 648 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,667 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Epping (East) - North Epping's growth rate of 11.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA3 area (6.8%) and the state level, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, 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 dynamics anticipate a significant increase, with the area expected to grow by 4,988 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 28.0% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Epping (East) - North Epping was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Epping (East) - North Epping has recorded approximately 166 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY21 and FY25833 homes were approved, with an additional 7 approved in FY26 so far. On average, each dwelling accommodates around 2.3 new residents per year over the past five financial years.

The average construction cost of new homes is $403,000. In FY26, commercial development approvals totalled $280,000. Compared to Greater Sydney, Epping (East) - North Epping has 60.0% more development activity per person. Recent construction comprises 16.0% detached dwellings and 84.0% medium and high-density housing, marking a shift from the current pattern of 48.0% houses. There are approximately 103 people per dwelling approval in the location. Population forecasts indicate Epping (East) - North Epping will gain 4,504 residents by 2041. Existing development levels seem consistent with future requirements, suggesting stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Population forecasts indicate Epping (East) - North Epping will gain 4,504 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Existing development levels seem aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Epping (East) - North Epping has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 potential impactful projects in total. Key projects include Cielo Epping, Senso Epping, Epping Town Centre East Upgrades, and The Cambridge Retirement Village. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Epping (East) - North Epping performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Epping East - North Epping has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. The unemployment rate was 1.8% as of September 2025, compared to Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment grew by an estimated 10.4% over the past year.

In September 2025, 9,848 residents were employed with a participation rate of 77.4%, above Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Sixty-one point three percent of residents worked from home according to Census responses, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries for employment are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Professional & technical jobs are particularly notable at 1.6 times the regional average, while construction is lower at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the resident population versus working population count. Over the year ending September 2025, employment increased by 10.4% and labour force by 9.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Epping East - North Epping's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.5% over five years and 14.9% 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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Epping (East) - North Epping SA2 had median income among taxpayers at $58,137 and average income at $79,882. Nationally, these figures are extremely high compared to median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from July 2023 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $63,288 for median income and $86,960 for average income as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Epping (East) - North Epping rank highly nationally, between 80th and 87th percentiles. Income analysis shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 30.3% of residents, reflecting similar patterns at regional levels where 30.9% occupy this range. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 39.8% exceeding $3,000 weekly income, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. High housing costs consume 15.9% of income, yet disposable income ranks at the 86th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Epping (East) - North Epping features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In North Epping, as per the latest Census, 47.9% of dwellings were houses while 52.1% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metropolitan area had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in North Epping stood at 30.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.6% and rented ones at 38.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,605, higher than Sydney's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in North Epping was $500, compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, North Epping's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

Epping (East) - North Epping features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 77.7% of all households, including 43.1% couples with children, 24.8% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 22.3%, with lone person households at 18.2% and group households making up 4.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Epping (East) - North Epping demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Epping (East) has a notable educational advantage with 60.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications, surpassing Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 35.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 21.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational pathways account for 17.0%, with advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 8.0%. Educational participation is high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.1% in primary, 8.3% in tertiary, and 7.9% in secondary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 8.3% in tertiary education, and 7.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Epping (East) - North Epping has 70 active public transport stops offering a mix of train, light rail, and bus services. These stops are served by 14 routes, collectively facilitating 9,602 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 130 meters to the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most residents commute outward using various modes. Cars remain the primary mode at 64%, while trains account for 25%. The area has a below-average vehicle ownership rate of 1.0 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 61.3% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 1,371 trips daily across all routes, equating to around 137 weekly trips per individual stop.

Epping (East) - North Epping's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

AreaSearch's health outcomes data for Epping (East) - North Epping shows excellent results.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 60% of the total population (9,579 people) has private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.1 and 4.6% of residents respectively. 80.2% of residents report being completely free of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has 15.5% of residents aged 65 and over (2,501 people). Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Epping (East) - North Epping is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Epping East - North Epping is one of Australia's most culturally diverse areas, with 57.5% speaking a language other than English at home and 56.2% born overseas as of the latest data from June 2016. Christianity is the predominant religion in this area, comprising 40.4% of its population. Notably, Hinduism is significantly overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, making up 10.4% of Epping East - North Epping's population as of June 2016.

Regarding ancestry, Chinese comprise the highest percentage at 27.1%, followed by English at 14.3% and Australian at 13.0%. Other ethnic groups with notable divergences include Korean at 6.3%, Indian at 8.8%, and Sri Lankan at 0.6%.

Epping (East) - North Epping's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Epping (East) - North Epping's median age is approximately 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 and slightly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Epping (East) - North Epping has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (14.4%) but fewer residents aged 0-4 (3.9%). According to the 2021 Census, the 15-24 age group increased from 11.8% to 14.4%, while the 25-34 cohort decreased from 15.9% to 14.1%. The 0-4 age group also declined from 5.0% to 3.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Epping (East) - North Epping's age profile. The 15-24 cohort is projected to grow by 40%, adding 919 residents to reach a total of 3,246. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort is expected to grow by a modest 7%, an increase of 42 people.