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Goulburn Surrounds has an estimated 14,666 residents, up 6.0% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in Goulburn Surrounds.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Goulburn Surrounds Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 89 kilometres northeast of the Canberra CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its estimated resident population (ERP) is around 14,666 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 827 people (6.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 13,839 people. This estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 14,411 as of June 2025 along with 793 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Strong outright home ownership and a detached-housing focus define the housing market, alongside a notable share of residents aged 55 to 64, a high proportion of married families, an elevated agricultural employment base, and above-average children per family. Residents skew mature and retirement-aged, largely couples without children, and the area shows strong expansion patterns.
The location is known for picturesque landscapes of rolling hills, expansive vineyards and charming rural towns, offering visitors a blend of nature, history and local culture.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,839 in 2001 and 14,411 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,666 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 16.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.2%.
Goulburn Surrounds ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for population growth and the 74th for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Goulburn Surrounds is $484 a week, up 3.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 17% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.7%.
17% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $330 in 2017, $490 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Morris Place, Marulan NSW 2579 | $870,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Brooklands Street, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $638,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Hall Crescent, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $525,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Laver Place, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $730,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Morris Place, Marulan NSW 2579 | $920,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Simms Lane, Parkesbourne NSW 2580 | $979,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Railway Parade, Marulan NSW 2579 | $686,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 117 Jeffreys Road, Big Hill NSW 2579 | $915,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Whittaker Road, Marulan NSW 2579 | $850,500 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Redgum Drive, Tallong NSW 2579 | $1,200,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 34 residential sales recorded since 28 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 34, houses and units together, was $845,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $484 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $755k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $590k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $845,000 | Median of the 34 most recent residential sales, settled 28 Jul 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $490 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Goulburn - Mulwaree | $496 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Goulburn - Mulwaree, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 351 tracked applications: 73 approved, 82 under assessment, 196 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 27 projects in Goulburn Surrounds (11 under construction) and 90 more in the surrounding area.
Expansion of the Goulburn Wastewater Treatment Plant to enhance capacity to support growing housing needs, serving up to 40,000 Equivalent…
Construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Clinton Street and Deccan Street.
Extension of the shared pathway network in Goulburn, focusing on areas like Victoria Park, Goulburn High School, and Goulburn Base Hospital…
Goulburn Mulwaree Council delivered raised pedestrian (wombat) crossings with upgraded lighting and associated traffic calming works at…
Construction of new bidirectional rail crossovers at Joppa Junction, south of Goulburn, as part of the Southern Highlands Overtaking…
Safety improvements along Taralga Road including installation of safety barriers, improved signage, line marking upgrades, guideposts, and…
The Gundary Solar Farm is a proposed 400 MW DC renewable energy facility featuring approximately 740,000 solar panels and a significant 555…
Proposed 450 MW solar farm and 450 MW / 1800 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) near Tirrannaville on the Gundary Plains…
Operating wind farm with multiple turbines contributing to Upper Lachlan Shire hosting over 340 turbines (53% of NSW total).
Teneriffe Estate is a masterplanned residential subdivision located in Goulburn comprising over 100 residential building lots.
Continuation of the existing Gunlake Quarry, including an extension of the quarry life by 30 years and an increase in the extraction and…
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Estimated completion year of the 43 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 11, 2027 9, 2028 6, 2029 5, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 3. 44 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 351 substantial development applications lodged in and around Goulburn Surrounds over the past 5 years, 228 in the last 12 months; 82 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 42, 2023 28, 2024 23, 2025 35, 2026 (to Oct) 219.
Key application 1634 Taylors Creek Rd Currawang, Bucketty Commercial | $33m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 351 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 228 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 90 | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 73 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 82 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 include: Crookwell 3 Wind Farm (Completed); Teneriffe Estate Goulburn (Construction); Mary's Mount Residential Subdivision (Blakelys Run) (Construction); Blakelys Run Residential Estate (Approved); and Mistful Park Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Goulburn Surrounds among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 area has seen 166 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Goulburn Surrounds SA2's current population of 14,666 has been supported by 90 approvals on average over recent years.
The Goulburn Surrounds SA2 has seen 6.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 173 people in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Goulburn Surrounds SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 90, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 has grown by approximately 815 people, while 452 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Goulburn Surrounds are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,666 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,839 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 827 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9,035.12 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,666 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,411 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The goulburn surrounds sa2 has added approximately 827 people and shown a 5.98% increase from the 13,839 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is estimated at 1 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (68.8%), Overseas migration (25.0%), Natural increase (6.2%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 68.8% of overall population gains.
Goulburn Surrounds hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 at 48 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Goulburn Surrounds is 5 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.2% of the population in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.8% of the population in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,722 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $65,981 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,516 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $735 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,922 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is approximately $57,149. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,722.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is approximately $70,191. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $65,981.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is approximately $57,149 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,722 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is approximately $70,191 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,981 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Goulburn Surrounds SA2's households (~30.2% / 1,525 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.2% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is $1,516/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is $1,922/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is $735/wk.
The Goulburn Surrounds SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Goulburn Surrounds SA2's median income among taxpayers is $53,722 and the average income stands at $65,981, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $57,149 (median) and $70,191 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is $5,782 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The goulburn surrounds sa2's disposable income is $5,782 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Goulburn Surrounds demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,336 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,051 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,501 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 has approximately 7,336 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.2%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 stands at 2.2%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (19.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.5%), and construction (10.3%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is 62.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The goulburn surrounds sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 19.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.6, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The goulburn surrounds sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.2% growth, ranking 17th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Goulburn Surrounds: university qualifications 17.8%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 953.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
17.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
38.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The goulburn surrounds sa2 ranks in the 32th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 are: Certificate (32.3%), Bachelor Degree (12.3%), Advanced Diploma (11.6%).
27.5% of the population in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.0% in primary school, 8.6% in secondary school, 2.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is 953, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 13 schools within the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 831 students.
The goulburn surrounds sa2 includes 12 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Goulburn Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 36.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,054 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,356 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 had 5,054 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.0% to an estimated 5,356 households today.
The average household size in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.3%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,689 family households, couples with children account for 28.3% of all households, couples without children at home 36.6%, and single parent families 7.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.1% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 25.3% of all households in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Goulburn Surrounds is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Goulburn Surrounds was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.5% of its population being citizens, 89.8% born in Australia, and 96.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Goulburn Surrounds was found to be Christianity, which makes up 66.7% of people in Goulburn Surrounds. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Goulburn Surrounds are Australian, comprising 32.2% of the population, English, comprising 31.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Goulburn Surrounds (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.2% (vs 8.0%) and Lebanese at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
10.2% of the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.9% of the population in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
2.6% of the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
89.5% of the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Goulburn Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 13.5% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.1% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.3% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, 51.2% of homes are owned outright, 35.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 13.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.1% of dwellings in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 are houses.
In the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 stands at 51.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is $787, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 19.8% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 consists of 98.1% detached houses, 1.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Goulburn Surrounds consumes approximately 12.0% of median household income ($6,564 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Goulburn Surrounds show attached dwellings contributing 4% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 96% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health outcomes in Goulburn Surrounds are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.6% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
Around 50.4% of people in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, 5.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.8% of people in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.8% of people in the Goulburn Surrounds SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Goulburn Surrounds SA2, 50.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 40 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 40th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 742 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 99th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 950 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 20 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 52 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 742 public transport stops within the Goulburn Surrounds SA2.
The Goulburn Surrounds SA2 has 950 weekly trips across 52 routes, averaging 135 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 255 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 6.7 km away and the nearest child care centre 11.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 742 stops nearby, 950 weekly trips, access rating 40 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 28 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 28th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 6.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 11.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 13.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 13.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 15.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 17.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 18.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 19.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 30.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 31.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 31.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Goulburn Surrounds among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Goulburn Surrounds ranks in the 43rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Goulburn Surrounds's affordable property market has recorded 556 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 59% residential, 16% commercial and 25% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in Goulburn Surrounds are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Goulburn Surrounds hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment conditions in Goulburn Surrounds demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.
Education in Goulburn Surrounds: university qualifications 17.8%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 953.
Goulburn Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Goulburn Surrounds is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Goulburn Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health outcomes in Goulburn Surrounds are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Goulburn Surrounds has an estimated 14,666 residents, up 6.0% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in Goulburn Surrounds.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Goulburn Surrounds.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (101051540). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Goulburn Surrounds from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Goulburn Surrounds with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
