Ermington - Rydalmere
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Ermington-Rydalmere's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 26,722. This figure represents an increase of 2,081 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 24,641. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 26,599 in June 2024 and an additional 497 validated new addresses after the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,707 persons per square kilometer, placing Ermington-Rydalmere in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate of 8.4% since the 2021 census surpassed both its SA3 area (6.5%) and the state average, positioning it as a growth leader regionally. Overseas migration contributed approximately 72.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 employs NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 using the 2021 Census as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends predict exceptional growth, placing Ermington-Rydalmere in the top 10 percent nationally over this period. By 2041, the area is expected to expand by 21,514 persons based on the latest population numbers, representing a total increase of 79.6% over the 17-year span.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Ermington - Rydalmere among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Ermington-Rydalmere has received approximately 364 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totaling 1,820 homes. As of FY-26419 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.3 new residents per year settle in new homes built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market with stable conditions. The average construction cost value for new homes is $389,000.

In the current financial year, commercial approvals amount to $49.4 million, reflecting high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Ermington-Rydalmere has 42.0% more development per capita over the past five years, offering diverse buyer choices while supporting property values. This level of activity is significantly above the national average, indicating strong developer interest in the area. Recent construction comprises 12.0% standalone homes and 88.0% townhouses or apartments, shifting from the current 56.0% houses to cater to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 113 people per dwelling approval, Ermington-Rydalmere exhibits growth area characteristics. Future projections estimate an addition of 21,282 residents by 2041.

If current development rates persist, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Ermington - Rydalmere has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

AreaSearch has identified a total of 49 projects that are likely to impact the area, significantly influencing its performance. Key projects include Melrose Central, Melrose Park High School, Melrose Park Urban Renewal Precinct, and Sekisui House Melrose Park Village Stage 4. The following list details those projects most relevant to the area's development.

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Ermington - Rydalmere has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Ermington-Rydalmere has a well-educated workforce with professional services being strongly represented. The unemployment rate in the area was 3.9% as of June 2021.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.2%. As of June 2025, there are 15,480 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.3% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and professional & technical services.

The area specializes in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services employ only 9.4% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.2%, while the labour force grew by 3.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Ermington-Rydalmere's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Ermington - Rydalmere has a median income of $53,501 and an average income of $67,800. This is higher than the national averages of $56,994 (median) and $80,856 (average) for Greater Sydney. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $60,247 (median) and $76,350 (average). The 2021 Census indicates Ermington - Rydalmere's household, family, and personal incomes are around the 56th percentile nationally. Income brackets show 32.2% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually (8,604 individuals), similar to the broader area at 30.9%. Housing costs consume 20.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 58th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Ermington - Rydalmere displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Ermington-Rydalmere's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 56.4% houses and 43.6% other dwellings. This compares to Sydney metro's figures of 57.3% houses and 42.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ermington-Rydalmere stood at 22.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.1% and rented ones at 42.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, aligning with Sydney metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $430, compared to Sydney metro's $460. Nationally, Ermington-Rydalmere's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were above the national figure of $375.

Ermington - Rydalmere has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 75.2% of all households, including 40.8% couples with children, 21.2% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. The remaining 24.8% are non-family households, consisting of 21.7% lone person households and 3.1% group households. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

The educational profile of Ermington - Rydalmere exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 36.8% among residents aged 15+, exceeding the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 25.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 17.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 7.2% in secondary education, and 6.6% pursuing tertiary education. There are seven schools operating within Ermington - Rydalmere, educating approximately 2,275 students. The area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions with an ICSEA score of 1057. Education provision is balanced with six primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. School places per 100 residents (8.5) fall below the regional average (13.7), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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

Ermington-Rydalmere has 161 active public transport stops. These include ferry, light rail, and bus services. There are 37 individual routes operating in total.

Weekly passenger trips across all routes amount to 5,163. Residents' average distance to the nearest stop is 139 meters. Daily service frequency averages 737 trips across all routes, equating to approximately 32 weekly trips per individual stop.

Ermington - Rydalmere's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Ermington-Rydalmere, with younger cohorts seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 53%, covering around 14,269 people in total. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 5.9% and 5.5% of residents respectively. Around 76.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.3% across Greater Sydney. The area has 14.4% of residents aged 65 and over (3,861 people), which is lower than the 16.6% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but require more attention than the broader population.

Ermington - Rydalmere is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Ermington-Rydalmere has a high cultural diversity, with 45.1% of its population born overseas and 50.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Ermington-Rydalmere, comprising 53.7% of people. However, Islam's presence is notably higher at 5.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 5.3%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (16.1%), Chinese (15.8%), and Australian (15.2%). Korean (6.8%) and Lebanese (4.3%) populations are overrepresented in Ermington-Rydalmere compared to regional averages, while Filipino representation is also notable at 2.4%.

Ermington - Rydalmere's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age of Ermington-Rydalmere is 37 years, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group constitutes 16.7% of the population in Ermington-Rydalmere, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 14.6%, lower than Greater Sydney's figure. Between 2021 and the present day, the proportion of the population aged 35-44 has increased from 15.6% to 16.7%. Conversely, the percentage of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 15.5% to 14.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Ermington-Rydalmere's age structure. Notably, the 35-44 age group is expected to grow by 70%, adding 3,137 people and reaching a total of 7,600 from its current figure of 4,462.