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

As of November 2025, Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills' population is approximately 20,481. This represents a 43.2% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 14,299 people. The growth was inferred from ABS estimated resident population data of 19,400 in June 2024 and an additional 919 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,348 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth exceeded both state (6.7%) and metropolitan averages. Interstate migration contributed approximately 72.1% 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, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics anticipate significant growth in the area, with an expected increase of 5,812 persons to 2041 based on latest numbers, representing a total increase of 23.1% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has recorded approximately 324 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 1,621 homes were approved, with an additional 49 approved in FY-26. On average, about 5.6 new residents per year have been arriving for each dwelling constructed during this period.

This demand significantly exceeds the supply of new dwellings, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new dwellings is $288,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, commercial approvals totaling $21.7 million have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity in the area. Comparatively, Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has recorded construction levels that are 29.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This elevated construction activity maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values.

However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. Nationally, this activity is well above average, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises 81.0% detached dwellings and 19.0% townhouses or apartments. This marks a significant shift from the current housing pattern of 97.0% houses, suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 136 people per dwelling approval, Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Looking ahead, it is projected that Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills will grow by approximately 4,731 residents through to 2041. If current development rates continue, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 36 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Gregory Hills Corporate Park, The Yards - Heritage Village Gledswood Hills, Gledswood Hills High School, and The Ranges Estate Gledswood Hills. Below is a list of most relevant projects.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 1.2% as of June 2025 and employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.1%.

There were 11,912 residents employed by June 2025, with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in the area was high at 74.2% compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training sectors. Construction employment levels are particularly notable, being 1.4 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services have limited presence with only 6.1% of employment compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data comparing working population and resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 5.1% while labour force grew by 5.0%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6%, labour force growth of 2.9%, with an increase in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly by industry sector. Applying these projections to Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills' employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch released postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2022. Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills' median income among taxpayers was $61,504, with an average of $70,086. Nationally, the median was lower at $56,994 and the average higher at $80,856. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $69,260 and an average of $78,924, based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61%. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes rank highly in Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills, between the 87th and 91st percentiles nationally. Income distribution reveals that 41.6% of the population (8,520 individuals) fall within the $1,500-$2,999 income range, aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort represents 30.9%. Notably, 37.7% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 20.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 87th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.6% houses and 3.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 90.4% houses and 9.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills was at 9.2%, with the rest mortgaged (63.5%) or rented (27.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,600, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,475. Median weekly rent was $530, compared to Sydney metro's $490. Nationally, Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households compose 88.1% of all households, including 54.2% couples with children, 22.9% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for 11.9%, with lone person households at 10.4% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 3.2 people, smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 3.4.

The educational profile of Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 29.9% of residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA4 region average of 21.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 13.2% and certificates at 23.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education. The area has two public schools - Gregory Hills Public School and Gledswood Hills Public School - serving a total of 1,420 students. These schools demonstrate typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1031) with balanced educational opportunities, focusing exclusively on primary education. Secondary options are available in surrounding areas. Local school capacity is limited (7.0 places per 100 residents vs 19.1 regionally), leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has 59 active public transport stops operating within it. These stops are served by a mix of buses along 39 individual routes. Together, these routes facilitate 1,547 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents located an average of 237 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 221 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 26 weekly trips per individual stop.

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Health outcomes data shows notable results for Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills.

Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent here compared to average across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 54% (~11,141 people) of the total population has private health cover, which is very high. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 6.8 and 5.1% of residents respectively. About 80.9% of residents declare they are completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.9% across Greater Sydney. Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has 5.7% (1,167 people) of its population aged 65 and over, which is lower than the 10.1% in Greater Sydney.

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

Gledswood Hills-Gregory Hills has a high level of cultural diversity, with 31.6% of its population born overseas and 36.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Gledswood Hills-Gregory Hills, accounting for 59.2% of the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 8.4% versus 12.9%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (21.1%), Australian (20.2%), and English (14.7%). Notably, Serbian, Spanish, and Maltese ethnic groups have similar representations in Gledswood Hills-Gregory Hills compared to regional averages.

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has a median age of 31 years, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 37 years and the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (21.1%), but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.1%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.2%. Between 2021 and now, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has increased from 18.9% to 21.1%, while the proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 has increased from 15.6% to 17.3%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 22.8% to 16.9%, and the proportion of residents aged 0 to 4 has dropped from 13.0% to 11.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that the age profile of Gledswood Hills - Gregory Hills will change significantly. The number of residents aged 55 to 64 is projected to increase substantially, from 1,333 to 2,677, a growth of 1,343 people or 101%. Conversely, the populations of the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age groups are expected to decline.