Hamilton - Broadmeadow

Hamilton - Broadmeadow has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Hamilton - Broadmeadow's population was around 13,347 as of February 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 575 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 12,772. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 13,163 in June 2024 and an additional 118 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,977 persons per square kilometer, higher than average national levels assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 4.5% population growth since the Census places it within 1.4 percentage points of the Rest of NSW (5.9%). Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where data is not available, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. These projections indicate a population increase just below the median of Australia's regional areas by 2041, with Hamilton - Broadmeadow expected to expand by 1,488 persons reflecting a total increase of 9.8% over the 17 years.

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

Hamilton - Broadmeadow has recorded approximately 137 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 688 homes. In the current financial year FY-26, six approvals have been recorded to date. The average population growth per dwelling built over these five years is 0.8 people. New construction has been matching or exceeding demand, offering buyers more options and potentially enabling population growth beyond current expectations.

The average expected construction cost value of new properties is $416,000, slightly above the regional average. This financial year has seen $180.5 million in commercial approvals, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the rest of NSW, Hamilton - Broadmeadow shows 93.0% higher new home approvals per person. New building activity comprises approximately 6.0% detached houses and 94.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 62.0% houses). This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. With around 482 people per approval, Hamilton - Broadmeadow indicates a mature market.

Population forecasts suggest Hamilton - Broadmeadow will gain approximately 1,303 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Hamilton - Broadmeadow has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 51 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements, Rail Bridge Row Affordable Housing Development, Gregson Park Masterplan, and Hamilton South Social Housing Renewal. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Hamilton - Broadmeadow remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Hamilton - Broadmeadow has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.7% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 2.8% over the past year. As of that date, 7,531 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation was at 69.4%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. According to Census responses, 32.0% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and accommodation & food sectors. The area has a strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.9 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. As of Census data, there are 1.1 workers for every resident, indicating that the area functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding regions. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 2.8% while labour force increased by 3.7%, resulting in a rise of 0.9 percentage points in unemployment. In comparison, Rest of NSW saw an employment decline of 0.5%, labour force decline of 0.1%, and an unemployment increase of 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Hamilton - Broadmeadow's employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections against the local employment mix.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on 30 June 2023, Hamilton - Broadmeadow SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $58,950 and an average income of $79,644. Nationally, these figures compare to $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average) for Rest of NSW. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $64,173 and the average will be around $86,700, based on an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth since June 2023. The 2021 Census data shows personal income at the 63rd percentile ($877 weekly) and household income at the 45th percentile. In Hamilton - Broadmeadow SA2, 28.1% of locals (3,750 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 income category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 45th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Hamilton - Broadmeadow displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Hamilton - Broadmeadow, as per the latest Census, consisted of 62.0% houses and 38.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hamilton - Broadmeadow was at 31.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.4% and rented ones at 42.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,115, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure stood at $380, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Hamilton - Broadmeadow's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,115 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $380 versus the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 56.8% of all households, including 22.2% couples with children, 23.7% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 43.2%, with lone person households at 35.0% and group households comprising 8.2%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

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

Educational attainment in Hamilton - Broadmeadow shows a significant advantage with 37.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 26.1% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 24.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 30.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas at 10.1% and certificates at 20.3%. Educational participation is high, with 30.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.8% in tertiary education, 8.5% in primary education, and 6.2% pursuing secondary education.

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

Hamilton - Broadmeadow has 139 active public transport stops. These include train, light rail, and bus services. There are 112 individual routes serving these stops, providing a total of 11,980 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents typically located 135 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 84%, followed by walking at 7% and cycling at 3%.

Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 32% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 1,711 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 86 weekly trips per stop. The map accompanying the analysis shows the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Hamilton - Broadmeadow is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Hamilton - Broadmeadow faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts.

Approximately 58% (~7,794 people) of the total population has private health cover, compared to 51.9% across Rest of NSW. Mental health issues and arthritis were found to be the most common medical conditions, impacting 11.6 and 8.7% of residents respectively. Around 63.7% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the 63.3% in Rest of NSW. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 19.5% (2,608 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Hamilton-Broadmeadow, surveyed in June-August 2016, showed cultural diversity below average. Its population was predominantly Australian-born citizens speaking English at home: 88.1%, 83.9%, and 88.7% respectively. Christianity dominated religiously (45.5%).

Judaism's representation was slightly higher than the regional average, at 0.1%. Ancestral groups were led by English (28.6%), Australian (25.8%), and Irish (10.5%) heritage. Notably, Welsh, Macedonian, and Greek ancestry were overrepresented compared to regional averages: 0.9% vs 0.5%, 1.1% vs 0.4%, and 2.3% vs 0.4%.

Hamilton - Broadmeadow's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Hamilton - Broadmeadow is 39 years, which is significantly lower than Rest of NSW's average of 43 but closely aligned with Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Rest of NSW, Hamilton - Broadmeadow has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (17.0%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.8%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 25-34 grew from 14.9% to 17.0%, while the 55-64 age group declined from 12.7% to 11.0% and the 45-54 age group decreased from 13.1% to 11.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Hamilton - Broadmeadow's age structure. Notably, the 25-34 age group is expected to grow by 25%, reaching 2,834 people from 2,271. Conversely, the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are projected to experience population declines.