Glenwood

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

Glenwood's population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, stood at 15,984 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 155 individuals (1.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 15,829 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,984 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 6 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,121 persons per square kilometer, placing Glenwood in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The primary driver for this growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 78.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, 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. Looking ahead, lower quartile growth is anticipated for statistical areas across the nation. Glenwood's population is expected to increase by 227 persons to reach a total of 16,211 by 2041, reflecting an overall gain of 1.4% over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

The level of residential development activity in Glenwood is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Glenwood has averaged approximately eight new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 40 homes approved during this period. Additionally, two dwellings have been approved so far in FY26. The population has decreased slightly over time, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $373,000. This year, $100,000 worth of commercial approvals have been registered, indicating a predominantly residential focus in Glenwood's development. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glenwood has shown substantially reduced construction activity, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. This limited new supply is also below the national average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent development has consisted entirely of standalone homes, sustaining Glenwood's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

With around 2290 people per dwelling approval, Glenwood reflects a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Glenwood is expected to grow by approximately 227 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.

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

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Employment conditions in Glenwood rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Glenwood has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 1.5%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Over the past year, ending December 2025, employment grew by an estimated 2.9%.

As of that date, 10,353 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.6%, below Greater Sydney's rate, and workforce participation at 80.1%, higher than Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census responses indicate 51.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. Glenwood shows strong specialization in finance & insurance, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, but lower representation in construction at 5.8% compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 2.9%, while labour force grew by 2.7%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Glenwood's employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Glenwood's employment mix.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Glenwood SA2 has an exceptionally high national income level based on latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers is $67,561 and the average income stands at $80,403, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Estimates for March 2026, considering Wage Price Index growth of 10.32%, are approximately $74,533 (median) and $88,701 (average). Census data shows household incomes rank at the 97th percentile ($3,068 weekly). The largest income bracket comprises 31.7% earning $4,000+ weekly (5,066 residents), differing from regional patterns where $1,500 - $2,999 dominates with 30.9%. Glenwood demonstrates significant affluence with 51.5% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 14.6% of income. Strong earnings place residents within the 97th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Glenwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Glenwood, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.4% houses and 2.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenwood was at 24.9%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (55.3%) or rented (19.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Glenwood was $2,600, surpassing Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure for Glenwood was recorded at $590, higher than Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Glenwood's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 91.8% of all households, including 64.0% couples with children, 17.6% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 8.2%, with lone person households at 7.0% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 3.5 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Glenwood shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Glenwood's educational attainment exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 43.7% possess university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational pathways account for 23.9% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 13.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 34.1% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary, 10.3% in secondary, and 7.3% in tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 98 active transport stops in Glenwood, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 38 individual routes, facilitating 5,625 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average located 174 meters from the nearest stop. Glenwood, being primarily residential, sees most residents commuting outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 81%, followed by train at 9% and bus at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 51.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 803 trips per day, equating to approximately 57 weekly trips per individual stop.

Glenwood's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Glenwood's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high, with approximately 60% of Glenwood's total population (9,510 people) having it. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and diabetes, affecting 6.1 and 5.6% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 77.7%, reported being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Glenwood has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 12.1% (1,929 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.5%. While health outcomes among seniors in Glenwood are strong, they rank lower nationally than those of the broader population.

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

Glenwood has one of the highest language diversity rates in Australia, with 54.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas make up 51.0% of Glenwood's population. Christianity is the predominant religion in Glenwood, comprising 43.8%.

The category 'Other' is substantially overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney average, making up 12.2% of Glenwood's population. In terms of ancestry, Other is highest at 23.9%, followed by Indian at 17.4%, and Australian at 13.1%. Notably, Filipino (4.9%) Sri Lankan (1.5%), and Spanish (0.8%) groups are also overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Glenwood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Glenwood's median age is 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38. The 15-24 age group constitutes 18.2% of Glenwood's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage but lower than the national average of 12.7%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 15.4% to 18.2%, while the 75-84 cohort has risen from 2.7% to 4.2%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 15.9% to 13.5%, and the 35-44 group has dropped from 16.8% to 14.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Glenwood's age structure. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 55% (368 people), reaching 1,035 from 666. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 81% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.