Glenfield

Glenfield lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Glenfield's population was approximately 10,996 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 460 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,536. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,816 in June 2024 and 155 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This results in a population density of 1,573 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Glenfield's population grew at a compound annual growth rate of 1.7%, outperforming Greater Sydney. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for SA2 areas released in 2024 with a 2022 base year and NSW State Government's projections for areas not covered, released in 2022 with a 2021 base year. These projections indicate exceptional growth for Glenfield, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationally. By 2041, Glenfield is projected to grow by 5,938 persons, reflecting an increase of 52.4% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Glenfield according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Glenfield averaged approximately 33 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 167 homes. As of FY26, 15 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.5 people moved to the area per dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. However, this figure increased to 5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply.

New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $189,000, lower than regional levels, offering more affordable housing options for buyers. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glenfield has significantly less development activity, with 52.0% fewer approvals per person, which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. This level is also below the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New developments consist of 45.0% detached dwellings and 55.0% attached dwellings, focusing on higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This represents a significant change from the current housing mix, which is 69.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Glenfield indicates a mature market with around 491 people per approval. Looking ahead, Glenfield is projected to grow by 5,758 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate.

At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Glenfield has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects that could impact this region. Key projects include Hurlstone Agricultural High School Redevelopment, Carnes Hill Aquatic and Recreational Precinct, West Glenfield Development, and Glenfield Industrial Precinct. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Glenfield exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Glenfield's workforce is highly educated with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate in Glenfield was 3.6% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.8%.

As of September 2025, 6,023 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, 0.5% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Glenfield was 73.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 38.0% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.

Glenfield had a particular specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. Construction employed only 5.3% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 8.6%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparison between working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.8%, and labour force grew by 5.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In Greater Sydney, employment rose by 2.1%, labour force grew by 2.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Glenfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Glenfield SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $58,658. The average income stood at $66,200. This was just below the national average and compared to levels of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $63,855 (median) and $72,065 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Glenfield cluster around the 64th percentile nationally. Distribution data shows the predominant cohort spans 38.3% of locals (4,211 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 income category. This aligns with the broader area where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 17.3% of income. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 67th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Glenfield displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Glenfield's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 69.3% houses and 30.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenfield was at 22.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (42.4%) or rented (34.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $420, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Glenfield's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 against the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 82.0% of all households, including 48.4% couples with children, 20.0% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.0%, with lone person households at 15.9% and group households at 2.0%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Glenfield aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Glenfield's educational attainment exceeds broader standards. 38.5% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to SA4 region's 22.3% and SA3 area's 24.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 24.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are held by 28.1% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 17.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.4% currently enrolled in formal education: 11.6% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 6.5% in tertiary education.

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

Glenfield has 64 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 22 routes facilitating 3,497 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest stop for residents is 160 meters, indicating excellent accessibility. Glenfield, being predominantly residential, sees most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the primary mode at 71%, with trains used by 21%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 38% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 499 trips daily, translating to roughly 54 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Glenfield is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Glenfield faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial, affecting both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~5,728 people), slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most prevalent conditions are arthritis (6.4%) and diabetes (5.9%), while 75.1% report being free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Glenfield has 13.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,502 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally aligning with national rankings.

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

Glenfield has one of the most culturally diverse populations in the country, with 56.5% speaking a language other than English at home and 51.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, making up 45.1% of Glenfield's population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 17.5%, substantially higher than Greater Sydney's average of 5.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other at 29.4%, Australian at 12.5%, and English at 11.9%. These figures differ significantly from regional averages: Other is notably higher (29.4% vs 16.0%), while Australian and English are lower (12.5% vs 17.8% and 11.9% vs 19.0%, respectively). Additionally, certain ethnic groups show notable divergences in representation: Samoan is overrepresented at 2.3% (vs regional average of 0.5%), Indian at 11.7% (vs 3.6%), and Filipino at 4.5% (vs 2.0%).

Glenfield's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Glenfield's median age is 36 years, closely approaching Greater Sydney's average of 37 and slightly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glenfield has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.2%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 11.5% to 12.8%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 14.6% to 13.2%, and the percentage of those aged 85 and above has dropped from 3.1% to 1.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Glenfield's age profile. The 15-24 cohort is projected to grow by 80%, adding 1,125 residents for a total of 2,527.