Epping (East) - North Epping
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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 around 15,820 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,416 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,404. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,616 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 649 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,603 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 9.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area at 5.7% and the state level. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing 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 a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on the latest population numbers, a significant increase is forecast for Epping (East) - North Epping in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with an expected growth of 4,988 persons by 2041, marking a total increase of 30.2% 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 seen approximately 166 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY20-21 to FY25-26, around 833 homes have been approved, with an additional six approved so far in FY26-27. On average, each dwelling has accommodated about 2.3 new residents per year over these five years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost of new homes is approximately $403,000. This financial year has also seen $280,000 in commercial development approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Epping (East) - North Epping has about 60% more development activity per capita, offering buyers greater choice and demonstrating strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises 16% detached dwellings and 84% medium to high-density housing, marking a significant shift from existing patterns, which are currently 48% houses. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. The location has approximately 103 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Population forecasts suggest Epping (East) - North Epping will gain around 4784 residents by 2041.

Existing development levels appear 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 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects that may impact the area. Notable projects include Cielo Epping, Epica Epping, Epping Town Centre East Upgrades, and Senso Epping. 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

North Epping, located in the Epping (East) region, has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. As of June 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.0%, lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

The area has seen an estimated employment growth of 12.0% over the past year. There are 9,803 residents currently employed in North Epping, with a workforce participation rate of 65.3%, higher than Greater Sydney's average of 60.0%. The key industries of employment among North Epping residents are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Notably, the area has a particularly high concentration in professional & technical services, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average.

Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 8.6%. Analysis based on AreaSearch using SALM and ABS data indicates that over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment in North Epping increased by 12.0%, while labour force grew by 11.3%. This resulted in a decrease in unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6% over the same period, with labour force expanding by 2.9% and unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to North Epping's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.5% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, although these extrapolations are for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Epping (East) - North Epping had a median taxpayer income of $54,708 and an average income of $77,286. Nationally, these figures are high compared to Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $61,607 (median) and $87,032 (average). The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Epping (East) - North Epping between the 81st and 87th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 30.3% of residents (4,793 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, reflecting regional patterns where 30.9% occupy this range. Higher earners make up a substantial presence with 39.8% exceeding $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 15.9% 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.

Epping (East) - North Epping features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Epping (East) - North Epping's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 47.9% houses and 52.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 60.5% houses and 39.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Epping (East) - North Epping stood at 30.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (31.6%) or rented (38.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,605, below Sydney metro's average of $2,817. The median weekly rent figure was $500, matching Sydney metro's figure but higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, Epping (East) - North Epping's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,605 compared to Australia's average of $1,863.

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

Family households account for 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 make up the remaining 22.3%, with lone person households at 18.2% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which matches the Greater Sydney average.

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), specifically North Epping, has a notably high level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above. As of the most recent data, 60.2% of these individuals hold university qualifications, which is significantly higher than the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This indicates a substantial educational advantage for the area, positioning it favourably for opportunities that require advanced knowledge. The distribution of these university qualifications shows that bachelor degrees are the most common (35.1%), followed by postgraduate qualifications at 21.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%.

Vocational pathways account for a significant portion as well, with 17.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications. This includes advanced diplomas (9.0%) and certificates (8.0%). Educational participation in the area is notably high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (10.1%), tertiary education (8.3%), and secondary education (7.9%). The three schools combined in Epping (East) - North Epping have a total enrollment of 1,228 students. The educational performance of these schools is exceptional, with an ICSEA score of 1155, which places them among the most advantaged nationally. There are two primary schools and one secondary school serving distinct age groups in the area. However, there is limited local school capacity, with only 7.8 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.5. This means many families travel to nearby areas for schooling. Note: For schools that show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus for accurate data.

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

The analysis of public transport in Epping (East) - North Epping shows that there are 65 active transport stops currently operating. These stops offer a variety of services including trains, light rail, and buses. There are 14 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 6,506 weekly passenger trips.

The transport accessibility in the area is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 131 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, there are 929 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 100 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

Epping (East) - North Epping shows excellent health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions across all ages. Private health cover stands at approximately 58%, higher than Greater Sydney's 62.5%.

Asthma and mental health issues are most prevalent, affecting 5.1% and 4.6% respectively. 80.2% report no medical ailments, compared to 78.1% in Greater Sydney. The area has 15.0% residents aged 65+, lower than Greater Sydney's 17.2%. Seniors' health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

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 as of the latest data from 2016. Born overseas makes up 56.2% of its population. Christianity is the main religion in this area, comprising 40.4%.

Hinduism shows significant overrepresentation here, with 10.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 7.9%. Top three ancestry groups are Chinese (27.1%), English (14.3%), and Australian (13.0%). Notable divergences include Korean at 6.3% versus regional 5.4%, Indian at 8.8% versus 6.4%, and Sri Lankan at 0.6% versus 0.7%.

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

Epping East-North Epping's median age is nearly 36 years, closely matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 and slightly under Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Epping East-North Epping has a higher percentage of residents aged 15-24 (14.2%) but fewer residents aged 0-4 (4.0%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the proportion of residents aged 15-24 has increased from 11.8% to 14.2%, while those aged 25-34 decreased from 15.9% to 14.8% and those aged 0-4 dropped from 5.0% to 4.0%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant changes in Epping East-North Epping's age profile. The 15-24 cohort is projected to grow by 44%, adding 999 residents to reach a total of 3,246. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort is expected to grow modestly by 6%, adding 40 people.