Glenwood
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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 was 15,829 as of August 2021. As of June 2024, it had increased to 16,005, reflecting a rise of 176 people (1.1%) since the census. This growth is attributed to overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 74.4% of overall population gains during recent periods. The population density as of June 2024 was 3,126 persons per square kilometer, placing Glenwood in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. For projections until 2041, AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

By 2041, Glenwood's population is projected to increase by 275 persons, reflecting an overall growth rate of 1.7%.

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, totalling forty homes. As of FY-26 so far, zero approvals have been recorded. During this period, population has fallen, yet development activity has been adequate relative to population change, which is positive for buyers. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $654,000, moderately above regional levels, indicating a focus on quality construction.

In FY-26, $100,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting a predominantly residential focus compared to Glenwood's overall development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glenwood shows substantially reduced construction activity. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings, which is also below the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent development has been entirely comprised of detached houses, maintaining Glenwood's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 2290 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market.

Future projections show Glenwood adding 275 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Glenwood has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 33 projects likely influencing the area. Notable projects include Norwest City (Norwest Business Park Smart City Transformation), Matthew Pearce Public School Upgrade, Norwest Private Hospital, and Norwest Quarter. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Glenwood performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Glenwood's workforce is highly educated with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 1.6% as of June 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 6.5%. As of June 2025, 10,725 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.6% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Glenwood was 69.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries among residents included health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade.

Finance & insurance had notable concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. However, construction was under-represented with only 5.8% of Glenwood's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited as indicated by Census data comparison of working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 6.5% while labour force increased by 6.5%, keeping unemployment rate relatively stable at 2.6%. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.6%, labour force expanded by 2.9%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Glenwood's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.

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

Glenwood's median income among taxpayers was $63,726 and average income stood at $77,044 in financial year 2022. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Glenwood's median income would be approximately $71,762 and average income around $86,759, based on a 12.61% growth in wages since financial year 2022. Census data shows household incomes rank at the 97th percentile with weekly earnings of $3,068. Distribution data indicates 31.7% of Glenwood residents earn more than $4,000 weekly, compared to regional levels where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. Notably, 51.5% of Glenwood residents exceed $3,000 in weekly earnings, suggesting strong purchasing power within the community. Housing expenses account for 14.6% of income, and residents rank highly for disposable income, placing the area in the 9th decile based on SEIFA income rankings.

Glenwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Glenwood's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.4% houses and 2.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 84.9% houses and 15.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenwood stood at 24.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.3% and rented ones at 19.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, below Sydney metro's average of $2,700. The median weekly rent in Glenwood was $590, compared to Sydney metro's $540. Nationally, Glenwood's median mortgage repayments were higher at $2,600 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 account for 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 make up 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 3.3.

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

Educational attainment in Glenwood is notably high with 43.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in New South Wales (NSW). Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 13.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational pathways account for 23.9% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 13.4%. Educational participation is high, with 34.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.0% in primary education, 10.3% in secondary education, and 7.3% pursuing tertiary education. Glenwood's four schools have a combined enrollment of 3,368 students as of the latest data. The area demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages with an ICSEA score of 1102. Education provision is balanced with three primary schools and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 21.0 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 16.3, indicating Glenwood serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Glenwood's public transport analysis shows 69 active stops operating within the area, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by 38 individual routes, collectively facilitating 3,601 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 174 meters from their nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 514 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 52 weekly trips per 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 with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Approximately 58% of Glenwood's total population (9,250 people) have private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and diabetes, affecting 6.1 and 5.6% of residents respectively. Seventy-seven point seven percent of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 80.0% in Greater Sydney. Glenwood has 11.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,867 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 7.8%. While health outcomes among seniors require more attention, they are particularly strong overall.

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 the country, with 54.7% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas, 51.0% of Glenwood's population contributes to its cultural richness. Christianity is the predominant religion in Glenwood, practiced by 43.8% of its inhabitants.

However, Hinduism stands out with 17.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 20.2%. The top three ancestry groups in Glenwood are Other at 23.9%, Indian at 17.4%, and Australian at 13.1%. Notably, Filipino (4.9% vs regional 6.2%), Sri Lankan (1.5% vs 0.9%), and Spanish (0.8% vs 0.6%) groups are overrepresented in Glenwood compared to the Greater Sydney region.

Glenwood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Glenwood's median age stands at 37 years, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The 15-24 age group constitutes 18.1% of Glenwood's population, outpacing Greater Sydney's percentage but remaining below the national average of 12.5%. Between 2021 and present, Glenwood's 15-24 age group has risen from 15.4% to 18.1%, while the 75-84 cohort increased from 2.7% to 4.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group decreased from 15.9% to 14.2%, and the 35-44 group fell from 16.8% to 15.4%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Glenwood's age structure. Notably, the 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 66%, reaching 1,070 individuals from its current total of 645. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 80% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 15-24 age groups are expected to experience population declines.