Glendenning - Dean Park

Glendenning - Dean Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Glendenning - Dean Park's population is 8,393 as of Nov 2025, an increase of 19 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 8,374. This change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 8,396 in June 2024 and additional 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 1,632 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Since census, Glendenning - Dean Park has grown by 0.2%, within 2.9 percentage points of its SA3 area's growth rate of 3.1%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 54.9% of recent population gains. 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 are used, 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 latest annual ERP population numbers, the area is projected to grow by 245 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 2.9% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Glendenning - Dean Park is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Glendenning - Dean Park has recorded approximately 17 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, 85 homes were approved, with a further 18 approved in FY26 so far. The population has been declining recently, suggesting that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choice for buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $209,000, which is below regional norms, reflecting more affordable housing options. There have also been $45.7 million in commercial approvals this financial year, indicating high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glendenning - Dean Park has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 27th percentile of areas assessed nationally, suggesting more limited choices for buyers but supporting demand for existing homes. This is below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent construction comprises 85% detached houses and 15% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 632 people per dwelling approval, Glendenning - Dean Park indicates a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 246 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Glendenning - Dean Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 14 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Australian Development Group's 860-Apartment Project, Marsden Park Strategic Town Centre, Richmond Road Upgrade from Elara Boulevard to Heritage Road, and Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan. Relevant projects are listed below.

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The employment environment in Glendenning - Dean Park shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Glendenning - Dean Park has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate in the area was 3.7% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.8%. As of that date, 4,759 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.5% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Glendenning - Dean Park was fairly standard at 62.7%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing.

Glendenning - Dean Park shows strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share of 2.1 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services were under-represented, with only 4.1% of the workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The ratio of 0.7 workers for each resident indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.8% and labour force increased by 3.7%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that employment should increase locally by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and not accounting for localised population projections.

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

The median taxpayer income in Glendenning - Dean Park SA2 was $55,623 and the average was $61,557 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This was below the national average of a median income of $56,994 and an average income of $80,856 in Greater Sydney during the same period. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income would be approximately $62,637 and the average would be around $69,319 based on a 12.61% growth rate from the Wage Price Index since financial year 2022. According to the Census in 2021, household income ranked at the 70th percentile with weekly earnings of $2,073, while personal income was at the 51st percentile. The majority of locals (43.6%, or 3,659 people) fell into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% occupied this range. High housing costs consumed 18.4% of income in Glendenning - Dean Park SA2, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 66th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Glendenning - Dean Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in Glendenning - Dean Park with 96.4% houses and 3.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metropolitan's 80.7% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glendenning - Dean Park was at 18.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 50.9% and rented dwellings at 30.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, exceeding Sydney metropolitan's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent in Glendenning - Dean Park was recorded at $420, higher than Sydney metropolitan's figure of $350. Nationally, Glendenning - Dean Park's median monthly mortgage repayment is significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Glendenning - Dean Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 86.2% of all households, including 51.4% couples with children, 18.5% couples without children, and 15.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 13.8%, with lone person households at 12.1% and group households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 3.1 people.

Educational attainment in Glendenning - Dean Park aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 26.0%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 33.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (22.1%). Educational participation is high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 12.1% in primary, 8.6% in secondary, and 5.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Glendenning-Dean Park has 52 active public transport stops. These are served by 30 different bus routes, offering a total of 1,562 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 192 meters to the nearest stop.

On average, there are 223 trips per day across all routes, equating to around 30 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Glendenning - Dean Park is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Glendenning-Dean Park shows better-than-average health outcomes, with fewer common health conditions among its general population compared to national averages. However, older and at-risk cohorts have higher prevalence rates.

Approximately 51% of residents (~4,246 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Sydney's 47.8%. Asthma and diabetes are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 7.5% and 6.5% of residents respectively. 73.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 71.2% in Greater Sydney. The area has 12.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,013 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 13.1%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

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

Glendenning-Dean Park has a high cultural diversity, with 44.8% of its population born overseas and 48.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Glendenning-Dean Park, comprising 57.3% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category represents 8.8%, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 2.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (21.8%), Australian (16.8%), and English (13.3%). There are significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Filipino at 12.2% compared to the regional average of 10.3%, Hungarian at 1.2% versus 0.3%, and Samoan at 2.1% compared to 3.6%.

Glendenning - Dean Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Glendenning-Dean Park's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glendenning-Dean Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.7%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (3.2%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 65-74 has increased from 6.4% to 7.9%, while the proportion of those aged 5-14 has decreased from 15.6% to 14.7%. By 2041, significant demographic changes are forecast for Glendenning-Dean Park. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 127%, adding 342 residents and reaching a total of 612. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 94% of population growth, indicating a trend towards demographic aging. Conversely, populations in the 45-54 and 0-4 age groups are projected to decline.