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, as of November 2025, is approximately 8,477 people. This figure represents a rise of 103 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,374 people. The increase was inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,394 in June 2024 and an additional 17 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density of 1,649 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed roughly 54.9% to recent overall population growth in the area.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for the years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, lower quartile growth is anticipated across statistical areas nationally. Glendenning - Dean Park is projected to grow by 245 persons over this period, reflecting a total increase of approximately 1.9%.

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 property approvals annually. Between FY21 and FY25, 85 homes were approved, with a further 21 granted in FY26 so far. The population decline in recent years suggests that new supply has likely met demand, offering buyers good choices.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $209,000, below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options. This financial year has seen $45.7 million in commercial approvals, reflecting 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, placing it among the 27th percentile nationally, suggesting limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes. Recent construction comprises 85% detached houses and 15% attached dwellings, sustaining 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 reflects a highly mature market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 162 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 has identified 14 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects 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. The following list details those most relevant:.

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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. This is lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.8%. As of September 2025, 4,759 residents were employed. Workforce participation in Glendenning-Dean Park was 75.6%, higher than Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 27.5% of residents worked from home.

The dominant employment sectors 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 2.1 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 4.1% of the workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The ratio of workers to residents is 0.7, indicating a higher than average level of local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.8% and labour force grew by 3.7%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with an increase in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. Applying these projections to Glendenning-Dean Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, according to simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes.

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 is $59,122, with an average of $65,146 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is lower than the national average, which contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Glendenning - Dean Park SA2 would be approximately $64,360 (median) and $70,918 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 70th percentile ($2,073 weekly), while personal income sits at the 51st percentile. The earnings profile shows that 43.6% of locals (3,695 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 66th percentile.

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

In Glendenning - Dean Park, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.4% of dwellings were houses while 3.6% consisted of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types of dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metropolitan area had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glendenning - Dean Park stood at 18.7%, with mortgaged properties at 50.9% and rented ones at 30.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Glendenning - Dean Park was $420, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents were 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 at 1.8%. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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%. This disparity presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, 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.

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

Glendenning-Dean Park has 61 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 30 individual routes, offering 1,787 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents typically located 192 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Car remains the dominant mode at 85%, while 8% use the train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 27.5% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 255 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 29 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Glendenning - Dean Park is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Glendenning - Dean Park faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~4,399 people), slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Asthma and diabetes are the most common medical conditions, affecting 7.5 and 6.5% of residents respectively. However, 73.4% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. The area has 12.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,024 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.3%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general 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 level of 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, making up 57.3% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 8.8%, which is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 1.4%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (21.8%), Australian (16.8%), and English (13.3%). The Other group is substantially higher than the regional average of 16.0%. Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Filipino at 12.2% compared to a regional average of 2.0%, Hungarian at 1.2% versus 0.3%, and Samoan at 2.1% against a regional average of 0.5%.

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 median age 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 the present day, 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, demographic forecasts indicate significant changes in Glendenning-Dean Park's population structure. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 125%, adding 339 residents and reaching a total of 612 residents. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 95% of the population growth, highlighting trends towards demographic aging. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 45-54 age cohorts.