Greenacre - North

Population growth drivers in Greenacre - North are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Greenacre - North's population was approximately 15,074 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 437 people, a rise of 3.0% since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 14,637. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,239 in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,694 persons per square kilometer, placing Greenacre - North in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 3.0% growth since census is within 1.1 percentage points of the SA3 area (4.1%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 64.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth for the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises 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. Future population dynamics anticipate an increase just below the median of national areas, expecting the area to expand by 1,550 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 11.3% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Greenacre - North when compared nationally

Greenacre - North has approved approximately 66 residential properties annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 331 homes were granted approval, with an additional 13 approved so far in FY26. On average, each new dwelling constructed over these years accommodated about 1.4 new residents per year. However, this has increased to approximately 5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, indicating a rise in demand and tightening supply.

The average construction value of development projects is around $294,000, aligning with regional trends. Commercial approvals totalled $8.9 million in the current financial year, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential growth. Relative to Greater Sydney, Greenacre - North exhibits about three-quarters the building activity per person and ranks among the 51st percentile nationally when considering areas assessed. New developments consist of approximately 43% detached houses and 57% medium to high-density housing, marking a significant shift from existing patterns, which are currently 60% houses. This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

The location's density is relatively low, with approximately 317 people per dwelling approval. By 2041, Greenacre - North is projected to grow by around 1,697 residents, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand adequately, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Greenacre - North has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could potentially impact the area's performance due to changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Among these key projects are Kevin Hill Roberts Park Community Hub, Allum Park New Sports Amenities Building, Palms Hotel Redevelopment (Palms Village), and Chullora Marketplace Redevelopment. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Greenacre - North are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Greenacre - North has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 10.3% in September 2025, which is higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%. As of September 2025, 5,922 residents are employed while workforce participation lags significantly at 42.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. However, the area shows strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 7.7% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment levels increased by 2.8% and labour force by 4.0% during the year to September 2025, causing unemployment rate to rise by 1.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. State-level data from NSW shows employment contracted by 0.03% between November 2024 and November 2025, losing 2,260 jobs while the state unemployment rate was at 3.9%. National forecasts suggest employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local growth patterns may differ due to variations in industry-specific projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The median taxpayer income in Greenacre - North SA2 was $39,418 and the average was $53,524 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is lower than national averages; Greater Sydney's median income was $56,994 and its average was $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since the financial year 2022, current estimates suggest approximately $44,389 for median income and $60,273 for average income as of September 2025. Census data from 2021 shows individual incomes at the 3rd percentile were $496 weekly, while household incomes were at the 31st percentile. Income distribution shows that 29.2% of locals (4,401 people) fell within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, similar to the broader area where 30.9% occupied this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe; only 77.5% of income remained, ranking at the 22nd percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Greenacre - North, as per the latest Census, consisted of 59.7% houses and 40.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 61.5% houses and 38.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Greenacre - North was at 29.8%, similar to Sydney metro. Dwellings were either mortgaged (34.3%) or rented (35.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,253, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,240. Median weekly rent was recorded at $400, compared to Sydney metro's $425. Nationally, Greenacre - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 77.4% of all households, including 45.8% couples with children, 14.9% couples without children, and 15.6% single-parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.6%, with lone person households at 20.6% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 3.3 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 3.1.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 25.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common (18.2%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 25.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (16.1%). Educational participation is high, with 37.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.9% in primary, 11.2% in secondary, and 7.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 37.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.9% in primary education, 11.2% in secondary education, and 7.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in the area of Greenacre - North shows that there are 118 active transport stops currently operating. These stops facilitate a variety of bus routes, with a total of 26 individual routes being serviced. The combined weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 2,100.

The accessibility of public transport in the area is rated as excellent, with residents typically located approximately 129 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, service frequency across all routes amounts to 300 trips per day, which translates to around 17 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Greenacre - North is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Greenacre - North exhibits above-average health outcomes with a low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population compared to national averages. However, older, at-risk cohorts show higher rates of these conditions.

Private health cover is very low in this area, with approximately 47% coverage (~7,084 people), while the national average stands at 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are diabetes and arthritis, affecting 6.3 and 6.1% of residents respectively. A total of 75.1% of residents reported being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 75.8% across Greater Sydney. The area has 15.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,386 people), presenting some health challenges that require more attention than those of the broader population.

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

Greenacre-North is one of the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with 43.5% of its population born overseas and 68.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The dominant religion in Greenacre-North is Islam, making up 48.0%, compared to 27.9% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Lebanese (27.6%), Other (24.8%), and Australian (12.7%).

Notably, Korean (2.6%) and Vietnamese (2.2%) groups are overrepresented in Greenacre-North compared to regional averages of 0.7% and 8.5%, respectively. Similarly, the Greek population is slightly higher at 2.6% than the regional average of 3.4%.

Greenacre - North hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Greenacre-North has a median age of 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Greenacre-North has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (15.1%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.5%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 14.7% to 16.0%, while the population aged 5-14 has decreased from 15.7% to 15.1%. By 2041, significant demographic changes are projected for Greenacre-North. The population aged 75-84 is expected to grow by 80%, adding 590 residents to reach a total of 1,328. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 66% of the population growth, indicating demographic aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for the cohorts aged 5-14 and 0-4.