Gosford - Springfield

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Gosford - Springfield's population is around 23,731 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 2,527 people (11.9%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 21,204 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,599 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 626 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,403 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Gosford - Springfield's 11.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (3.2%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 66.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilizing the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population dynamics, a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas is forecast, with the area expected to increase by 8,634 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 31.6% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Gosford - Springfield among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Gosford - Springfield has recorded around 271 residential properties granted approval annually, totalling 1,359 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 33 approvals have been recorded. At an average of 1.6 new residents per year arriving per new home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem well-matched, fostering stable market dynamics, while new dwellings are developed at an average value of $394,000. There have also been $105.6 million in commercial approvals this financial year, indicating strong commercial development momentum.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Gosford - Springfield records 237.0% more building activity (per person), offering buyers greater choice, though construction activity has eased recently. This activity is substantially higher than nationally, suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists of 5.0% standalone homes and 95.0% attached dwellings. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shows a considerable change from the current housing mix (currently 40.0% houses), reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. At around 232 people per approval, Gosford - Springfield reflects a transitioning market.

Future projections show Gosford - Springfield adding 7,502 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Gosford - Springfield has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 42 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the M1 Pacific Motorway Kariong to Somersby Widening, Residential Towers - Watt Street and Henry Parry Drive, Sapphire Gosford, and Gosford Alive - Kibbleplex Site, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The employment environment in Gosford - Springfield shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Gosford - Springfield features a well-educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of only 3.6%, and 3.8% estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 12,435 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.6% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (67.1% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a high 33.0% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in health care & social assistance, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. Meanwhile, professional & technical services have a limited presence with 7.7% employment compared to 11.5% regionally. The ratio of 1.0 workers for each resident, as at the Census, indicates substantial local employment opportunities.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 3.8% while the labour force increased by 3.8%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2%, labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Gosford - Springfield. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Gosford - Springfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The Gosford - Springfield SA2's income level is higher than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Gosford - Springfield SA2's median income among taxpayers is $55,725 and the average income stands at $70,220, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $60,662 (median) and $76,441 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Gosford - Springfield, between the 33rd and 48th percentiles. Looking at income distribution, the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 31.7% of the community (7,522 individuals), aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 78.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 26th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Gosford - Springfield features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure within Gosford - Springfield, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 40.0% houses and 60.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Gosford - Springfield was lagging that of Sydney metro, at 23.4%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (27.5%) or rented (49.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Sydney metro average at $1,885, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $390, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Gosford - Springfield's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

Gosford - Springfield features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 59.1% of all households, comprising 21.0% couples with children, 24.3% couples without children, and 12.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 40.9%, with lone person households at 36.4% and group households comprising 4.5% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Gosford - Springfield exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile stands out regionally, with university qualification rates (29.9% of residents aged 15+) exceeding the SA4 region average of 20.8%, reflecting the community's emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees lead at 20.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 36.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (23.5%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.9% in primary education, 6.5% in secondary education, and 5.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 200 active transport stops operating within Gosford - Springfield, comprising a mix of trains and buses. These stops are serviced by 165 individual routes, collectively providing 5,981 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 150 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 82%, with 7% by train and 5% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 0.9 per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A high 33.0% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 854 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 29 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Gosford - Springfield's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Gosford - Springfield's health metrics sit close to national benchmarks, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover just leads that of the average SA2 area at approximately 54% of the total population (~12,791 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 11.0 and 8.5% of residents, respectively, while 64.8% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 20.2% of residents aged 65 and over (4,781 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Gosford - Springfield was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Gosford - Springfield was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 25.9% of its population born overseas and 17.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Gosford - Springfield is Christianity, which makes up 49.3% of people. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gosford - Springfield are English, comprising 27.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 19.0%, Australian, comprising 24.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 17.8%, and Other, comprising 9.1% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Gosford - Springfield (vs 1.1% regionally), Russian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.6%).

Gosford - Springfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The 39-year median age in Gosford - Springfield is somewhat higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and very close to the 38-year national average. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 65 - 74 cohort is notably over-represented (10.6% locally), while 5 - 14 year-olds are under-represented (9.1%). Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.5% to 6.9% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 9.9% to 9.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Gosford - Springfield. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 78% (1,273 people), reaching 2,904 from 1,630.