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 12,772 as of Nov 2021. By Nov 2025, it is around 13,192, an increase of 420 people (3.3%) since the 2021 Census. This growth is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 13,162 in June 2024 and validated new addresses since then. The area's population density is 1,954 persons per square kilometer as of Nov 2025. Hamilton - Broadmeadow's 3.3% growth rate since the census is close to the non-metro average of 5.1%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration primarily drove this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a 2022 base year, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, released in 2022 with a 2021 base year. Future demographic trends suggest a population increase of around the median rate for Australia's regional areas by 2041, with an expected expansion of 1,488 persons from the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 11.1% over 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 each year over the past five financial years, totalling 688 homes. As of FY26, six approvals have been recorded. The average population increase per dwelling built in the area over these five years is 0.8 people per year. New construction has matched or exceeded demand, providing more options for buyers and enabling population growth that may surpass current expectations.

The average expected construction cost value for new properties in the area is $416,000, slightly above the regional average. In FY26, there have been $180.5 million worth of commercial approvals, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the rest of NSW, Hamilton - Broadmeadow has 93.0% higher new home approvals per capita. The current residential construction activity shows a focus on higher-density living, with approximately 6.0% detached houses and 94.0% townhouses or apartments. This shift from the existing housing pattern of 62.0% houses suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 482 people per approval, Hamilton - Broadmeadow indicates a mature market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is forecasted to gain approximately 1,458 residents by 2041. 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

The performance of a region can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 52 such projects that could impact the area. Notable among these are Hunter Indoor Sports Centre, Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements, Rail Bridge Row Affordable Housing Development, and Gregson Park Masterplan. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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

Hamilton - Broadmeadow has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services. Its unemployment rate was 4.7% as of the last year for which data is available.

Employment growth over that period was estimated at 2.8%. As of September 2025, 7,531 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, 0.8% higher than the Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation is high at 61.6%, compared to the regional average of 56.4%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and accommodation & food services.

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%. 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 grew by 3.7%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 0.9 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of NSW saw employment decline by 0.5% and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points during the same period. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows that NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. National forecasts indicate overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Hamilton - Broadmeadow's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.8% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Hamilton - Broadmeadow SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $55,490 and an average income of $76,959. These figures are high nationally compared to Rest of NSW's $49,459 and $62,998 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $62,487 (median) and $86,664 (average). According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($877 weekly), while household income is at the 45th percentile. Income distribution shows that 28.1% of locals fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader regional trends of 29.9%. 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 7th decile.

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

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). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 70.5% houses and 29.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hamilton - Broadmeadow was at 31.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (26.4%) or rented (42.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,115, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,962. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $380, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $400. Nationally, Hamilton - Broadmeadow's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded 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 most common at 24.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.5%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent with 30.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (20.3%). Educational participation is high at 30.6%, with 9.8% in tertiary education, 8.5% in primary education, and 6.2% pursuing secondary education.

Educational participation is notably 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 126 active public transport stops. These include train, light rail, and bus services. There are 112 individual routes operating weekly, serving a total of 14,268 passenger trips.

Residents' accessibility to transport is excellent, with an average distance of 137 meters to the nearest stop. Daily service frequency averages 2,038 trips across all routes, equating to approximately 113 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Hamilton - Broadmeadow faces significant health challenges, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~7,624 people), compared to 55.6% across Rest of NSW.

Mental health issues impact 11.6% of residents, while arthritis affects 8.7%. Approximately 63.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 64.9% across Rest of NSW. The area has 19.3% of residents aged 65 and over (2,550 people), which is higher than the 16.7% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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 between June 2016 and June 2021, had low cultural diversity with 88.1% citizens, 83.9% born in Australia, and 88.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion (45.5%). Judaism's representation was similar to Rest of NSW at 0.1%.

Ancestry-wise, top groups were English (28.6%), Australian (25.8%), and Irish (10.5%). Notably, Welsh (0.9% vs regional 0.8%), Macedonian (1.1% vs 0.8%), and Greek (2.3% vs 0.8%) groups were overrepresented.

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 essentially 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 (16.6%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (9.2%). According to the 2021 Census, the percentage of the population in the 25-34 age group increased from 14.9% to 16.6%, while the percentage in the 55-64 age group decreased from 12.7% to 11.2%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Hamilton - Broadmeadow's age structure. The 25-34 age group is expected to grow by 29%, reaching 2,834 people from 2,193. Conversely, the 5-14 and 65-74 age groups are projected to experience population declines.