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 has a population of approximately 15,434 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's evaluation. This represents a growth of 797 individuals (5.4%) relative to the 14,637 residents documented in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 15,405 from June 2025 alongside address verification processes conducted after the Census. The region's population density stands at 3,782 persons per square kilometer, which ranks in the top quartile of national areas analyzed by AreaSearch. The area's 5.4% post-census expansion rate is within 1.1 percentage points of the broader SA4 region (6.5%), indicating strong growth potential. International migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for roughly 64.8% of the total population increase in recent times.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this dataset, SA2 projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied instead. Age bracket growth trends derived from these sources are extended to cover the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic patterns suggest a population rise slightly below the national median, with the location projected to gain 1,415 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a total expansion of 9.0% over the 16-year timeframe.

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

Annual residential approvals in Greenacre - North average approximately 66 dwellings, with 331 homes approved across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 43 recorded so far during FY-26. With an average of 1.7 new residents arriving per approved home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local supply and demand demonstrate equilibrium and support stable conditions, though this has risen to 4.1 individuals per home over the past 2 financial years, pointing to heightened demand and a possible deficit in supply. The average construction cost for new dwellings is $294,000, aligning with regional averages. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $8.9 million have been logged for the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the neighborhood.

The rate of new residential approvals per resident in Greenacre - North is about three-quarters of the level seen in Greater Sydney, placing the area in the 50th percentile of analyzed locations nationwide. Recent building activity consists of 43.0% detached houses and 57.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments. This pivot toward higher-density options offers more affordable pathways to homeownership and attracts downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a notable change from the current housing stock (which is 60.0% houses), indicating a decline in available vacant land while reflecting changing lifestyle habits and affordability considerations. Recording approximately 321 people per approved dwelling, Greenacre - North displays density metrics characteristic of a low-density region.

Projections indicate that Greenacre - North will add 1,386 new residents by 2041 (derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures). Considering current building patterns, incoming housing supply is positioned to satisfy this demand, presenting favorable buying conditions and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Greenacre - North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and council planning schemes heavily influence regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 15 key projects expected to influence this locality. Primary developments include the Kevin Hill Roberts Park Community Hub, the Allum Park New Sports Amenities Building, the Palms Hotel Redevelopment (Palms Village), and the Chullora Marketplace Redevelopment, with details on the most significant works provided below.

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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 spanning various industries, alongside an unemployment rate of 10.2% and a 3.2% rise in estimated jobs over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,955, while the unemployment rate was 6.1% higher than the Greater Sydney benchmark of 4.1%, pointing to potential for labor market improvement. Workforce participation is also lower at 54.8% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated that a notable 35.4% of residents worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

Local employment is largely centered in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community exhibits a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with staffing levels reaching 1.6 times the regional norm. Conversely, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, making up 7.7% of local jobs compared to 11.5% across the wider region. This residential locality seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of Census workers against the resident population.

Based on SALM and ABS statistics compiled by AreaSearch, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment grow by 3.2% and the labor force expand by 3.6%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 1.9% and labor force growth of 1.9%, with a minor decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand in Greenacre - North. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local employment structure to project growth trends. Although nationwide employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment distribution of Greenacre - North indicates local employment expansion of 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (note that this utilizes a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

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

According to the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the Greenacre - North SA2 is $43,582, with an average of $56,316. These figures are below the national average and stand in contrast to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Adjusting for a 10.32% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields estimated figures of approximately $48,080 for the median and $62,128 for the average as of March 2026. Census data indicates individual weekly earnings reside at the 3rd percentile ($496 weekly), whereas household income performs relatively better at the 31st percentile. The largest income group consists of 29.2% of households earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (4,506 residents), which is comparable to the regional rate of 30.9%. Affordability pressures are notable, with residents retaining only 77.5% of their income, which ranks in the 22nd percentile.

Greenacre - North displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

At the time of the latest Census, residential structures in Greenacre - North consisted of 59.7% separate houses and 40.3% semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or other structures, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Sydney. Home ownership rates in Greenacre - North matched metropolitan Sydney at 29.8%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (34.3%) or rented (35.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,253 sat below the metropolitan Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to Sydney's $470. On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Greenacre - North are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices also exceed the national median of $375.

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

Families represent the vast majority of households at 77.4%, consisting of couples with children (45.8%), couples without children (14.9%), and single-parent homes (15.6%). Non-family households account for 22.6% of the total, with single-person households representing 20.6% and shared group households making up 1.9%. The median household size of 3.3 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Educational attainment presents challenges in the area, with the university qualification rate (25.8%) tracking well below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 18.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 25.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (16.1%).

Participation in study is high, with 37.1% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This includes 11.9% attending primary schools, 11.2% in high schools, and 7.3% enrolled in higher education.

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

An analysis of public transit shows 124 transport stops operating in Greenacre - North, consisting of bus services. These stops support 28 separate routes, delivering 1,832 passenger trips weekly. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 129 meters from their closest stop. As a suburban residential neighborhood, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary transit choice at 84%, followed by trains at 8%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.5 cars per household, higher than the regional average. A substantial 35.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 261 trips daily, which represents roughly 14 weekly services per stop. The associated map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central coordinates of the area.

Health performance in Greenacre - North is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

An assessment of mortality figures and chronic disease rates by AreaSearch reveals that Greenacre - North faces notable health hurdles, with standard illnesses present across both young and old demographics. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is low, held by only about 48% of residents (~7,331 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most frequent health issues in the area are diabetes and arthritis, affecting 6.3% and 6.1% of the population, respectively. However, 75.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical issues, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The working-age population is generally healthy, with low rates of long-term illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 15.7% of the population (2,424 people), and health outcomes for this senior demographic are generally consistent with national benchmarks.

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 ranks as one of the most multicultural localities in the country, with 43.5% of the population born outside Australia and 68.9% speaking a non-English language at home. Islam is the primary religion in the area, practiced by 48.0% of the population, compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney.

Regarding family heritage and parental birthplace, the most prominent ancestries in Greenacre - North are Lebanese at 27.6% (significantly above the regional level of 2.6%), Other at 24.8% (above the regional average of 16.0%), and Australian at 12.7% (notably lower than the regional average of 17.8%). Other distinct demographic differences include Korean ancestry at 2.6% of the population (vs 1.1% regionally), Vietnamese at 2.2% (vs 1.8%), and Greek at 2.6% (vs 1.9%).

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

The median age of 34 years in Greenacre - North is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, the area has a higher share of youths aged 15 - 24 (16.4%) but fewer adults aged 25 - 34 (12.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 14.7% to 16.4% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 15.7% to 15.0%. Projections for 2041 point to significant demographic shifts, with the 75 to 84 bracket expected to grow the fastest at 69% (adding 519 residents to total 1,273). Seniors aged 65+ will account for 66% of the population increase, highlighting an aging trend, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are projected to shrink.