Griffith Surrounds
Statistical Area - sa2

Griffith Surrounds is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Griffith Surrounds' population was approximately 13,320 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 560 people, a 4.4% rise from the 2021 Census count of 12,760. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 13,019 in June 2024 and the addition of 134 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 0.60 persons per square kilometer. Griffith Surrounds' growth rate exceeded that of its SA4 region (4.1%), making it a growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 51.7% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, 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. By 2041, Griffith Surrounds is expected to grow by 720 persons based on the latest population numbers, recording a gain of approximately 3.1% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Griffith Surrounds is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Griffith Surrounds has approved approximately 18 dwellings per year on average. Between the financial years FY21 and FY25, a total of 93 homes received approval, with an additional 10 approved in FY26 so far. Despite a decrease in population during this period, the development activity has been relatively adequate, which may be beneficial for buyers.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes is $456,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. In terms of commercial approvals, $34.0 million has been registered this financial year, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to the rest of NSW, Griffith Surrounds records significantly lower building activity, at 63.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes in the area. The recent construction comprises 93.0% standalone homes and 7.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 773 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Population forecasts indicate Griffith Surrounds will gain 419 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Griffith Surrounds has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 38thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 54 projects that could affect the region. Notable ones include Wickham Hill Estate in Griffith, Maxus Estate in Griffith, Yambil Street Upgrade Stage 4, and Griffith Base Hospital Redevelopment. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment performance in Griffith Surrounds ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Griffith Surrounds has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. As of June 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.2%, with an estimated employment growth of 7.8% over the past year.

This figure is lower than Rest of NSW's unemployment rate of 3.7%. The workforce participation rate in Griffith Surrounds is 64.4%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Employment among residents is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing (5.8 times the regional average), manufacturing, and health care & social assistance (8.0% of local workers). Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 7.8%, while labour force grew by 8.6%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of NSW recorded an employment decline of 0.1% during this period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a growth of 4.4% over five years and 10.4% over ten years for Griffith Surrounds, based on its current employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Griffith Surrounds had a median income among taxpayers of $50,027 and an average level of $56,249 in financial year 2022. These figures are below the national average and compare to levels of $49,459 and $62,998 across Rest of NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $56,335 (median) and $63,342 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Griffith Surrounds, between the 43rd and 56th percentiles. Income analysis shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 34.8% of residents (4,635 people). After housing costs, residents retain 91.3% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Griffith Surrounds had 96.5% houses and 3.4% other dwellings as of the latest Census, compared to Non-Metro NSW's 87.5% houses and 12.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Griffith Surrounds was 43.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.9% and rented ones at 24.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,200, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,300 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Griffith Surrounds was $220, lower than Non-Metro NSW's $250 and the national figure of $375.

Griffith Surrounds has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 73.6% of all households, including 32.8% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 26.4%, with lone person households at 24.3% and group households comprising 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the average for the Rest of NSW.

Griffith Surrounds faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 14.6%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 30.6%. Educational participation is high, with 32.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 13.3% in primary, 9.8% in secondary, and 2.4% in tertiary education.

There are 14 schools serving 1,115 students across Griffith Surrounds, including 12 primary and 2 K-12 schools. The area has 8.4 school places per 100 residents, below the regional average of 16.4, with some students potentially attending schools in nearby areas.

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

Griffith Surrounds has 683 active public transport stops, served by a mix of trains and buses. These stops are connected by 62 routes, offering 677 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents have moderate access to transport, with an average distance of 419 meters to the nearest stop.

On average, there are 96 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately zero weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Griffith Surrounds faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent among both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 48% of its total population (~6,393 people) has private health cover, compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and arthritis, affecting 10.8 and 8.9% of residents respectively. However, 67.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, slightly lower than the Rest of NSW figure of 67.6%. As of 2021, 18.3% of Griffith Surrounds' residents are aged 65 and over (2,432 people).

Griffith Surrounds ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Griffith Surrounds, as per the census conducted on 9 August 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 82.8% of its population being Australian citizens, 89.0% born in Australia, and 90.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 69.4%, compared to 66.9% in the Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (29.6%), English (25.6%), and Italian (13.6%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 4.8% compared to 5.1% regionally, while Samoan and Lebanese representations were lower at 0.3% each versus 0.8% and 0.2% respectively in the broader region.

Griffith Surrounds's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Griffith Surrounds is 40 years, which is slightly below Rest of NSW's average of 43 but above Australia's median of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 12.9% of the local population, compared to the Rest of NSW average, while those aged 75-84 comprise only 5.1%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 65-74 age group has increased from 10.1% to 11.3%, while the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 14.2% to 12.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Griffith Surrounds. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 337 people (49%), from 684 to 1,022. Those aged 65 and above are expected to contribute to 53% of the population growth, while the 55-64 and 45-54 age groups are projected to decline in population.