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Holsworthy - Wattle Grove has an estimated 21,448 residents, up 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 26 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove Statistical Area (Lv2) presents an attractive, family-oriented environment characterised by scenic parks, recreational facilities, and well-maintained walking and cycling paths. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) stands at around 21,448, reflecting minimal movement and moderate expansion patterns since the 2021 Census recorded 21,129 people. This stability is reinforced by AreaSearch's analysis of recent ABS ERP data alongside validated new addresses, which show no significant shifts. The area's tranquil suburban character is further highlighted by notably low sales volumes relative to its population, alongside an established reputation for quality educational institutions, abundant green spaces, local wildlife and bird species, and diverse neighbourhood amenities including shopping centres, cafes, and restaurants.
Demographically, Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is distinguished by a comparatively young age profile, holding a median age of 35.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 26 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove Statistical Area (Lv2) presents an attractive, family-oriented environment characterised by scenic parks, recreational facilities, and well-maintained walking and cycling paths. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) stands at around 21,448, reflecting minimal movement and moderate expansion patterns since the 2021 Census recorded 21,129 people. This stability is reinforced by AreaSearch's analysis of recent ABS ERP data alongside validated new addresses, which show no significant shifts. The area's tranquil suburban character is further highlighted by notably low sales volumes relative to its population, alongside an established reputation for quality educational institutions, abundant green spaces, local wildlife and bird species, and diverse neighbourhood amenities including shopping centres, cafes, and restaurants.
Demographically, Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is distinguished by a comparatively young age profile, holding a median age of 35.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 18,063 in 2001 and 21,386 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 21,448 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.2%.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 87th for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is $788 a week, up 4.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.2%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $562 in 2017, $836 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 Sabre Crescent, Holsworthy NSW 2173 | $975,500 | 21 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 19 Northcott Boulevard, Hammondville NSW 2170 | $970,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Wewak Road, Holsworthy NSW 2173 | $1,230,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 27 Miri Crescent, Holsworthy NSW 2173 | $1,177,500 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Arrowfield Drive, Wattle Grove NSW 2173 | $70,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Torrens Court, Wattle Grove NSW 2173 | $1,040,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Springfield Court, Wattle Grove NSW 2173 | $1,655,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Acton Lane, Holsworthy NSW 2173 | $1,014,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 61/109 Stewart Avenue, Hammondville NSW 2170 | $690,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 83 Lae Road, Holsworthy NSW 2173 | $1,200,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 29 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 21 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,200,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $788 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.30m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $925k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,200,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 29 Jul 2026 to 21 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $836 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Liverpool | $662 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Liverpool, over 12 months | +0.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - South West | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - South West, over 12 months | +2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 123 tracked applications: 68 approved, 19 under assessment, 36 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove (3 under construction) and 92 more in the surrounding area.
Moorebank Intermodal Precinct is a 243-hectare intermodal logistics precinct in south-west Sydney. It has a direct rail link to Port Botany and includes an import/export terminal and an interstate terminal with a stated combined capacity of 1.5 million TEU a year. The estate offers about 850,000 sqm of warehousing and over 20 MW of rooftop solar.
Proposed mixed-use precinct with residential buildings located above commercial and retail development. The project includes approximately 350 apartments and over 8,800sqm of shopping area at ground level, centered around a new public plaza.
Upgrade of the M5 Motorway westbound carriageway between Moorebank Avenue and the Hume Highway to eliminate dangerous weaving and reduce traffic congestion.
Construction is underway on a roughly 3km realignment and upgrade of Moorebank Avenue, shifting the road to the east of Moorebank Precinct East within the Moorebank Intermodal Precinct. The works run from about 130m south of the Anzac Road intersection to just north of the East Hills railway line.
Georges Cove Residences is a completed masterplanned riverside residential community developed by Mirvac in partnership with Benedict Industries at Moorebank in Sydney's south-west.
Defence Housing Australia residential community in Wattle Grove delivering around 120 contemporary townhouses and apartments for Defence members and private buyers.
Wattle Grove North Residential Release is a master planned residential community in Wattle Grove, NSW, delivered by Mirvac as part of the broader Wattle Grove estate. The project has provided around 1,200 detached homes, local parks and community open space, and is now fully developed with no further land releases anticipated.
A $555.2 million masterplanned residential community developed by Mirvac in partnership with Western Sydney University on the 19.6-hectare former WSU Bankstown Campus. The project is approved for 385-430 low-rise dwellings (terraces, semi-detached, and detached homes), public parks, community amenities, and environmental conservation areas.
The former Riverlands Golf Course is being redeveloped into a new residential community delivered in stages, including new roads, public open space, landscaping, drainage infrastructure and future housing. Land and Environment Court approvals were granted in 2022, with subdivision works progressing and new road naming approved during 2025.
The Georges Cove Marina is an approved maritime facility on the Georges River featuring 186 wet berths, a private clubhouse, and onsite refueling and sewage pump-out facilities.
A $600 million urban renewal precinct transforming the southern Liverpool CBD. Stage 1 delivered the Yellamundie library, council chambers, and the University of Wollongong campus.
The Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) is a major redevelopment of Liverpool Hospital into a world-class hub for clinical innovation, research, and education.
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Estimated completion year of the 52 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 12, 2027 21, 2028 11, 2029 3, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 20 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 123 substantial development applications lodged in and around Holsworthy - Wattle Grove over the past 5 years, 95 in the last 12 months; 19 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 5, 2023 6, 2024 10, 2025 7, 2026 (to Nov) 94.
Key application 68-82 Stewart Avenue, Hammondville Aged Care | $463m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 123 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 95 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 64 | ABS building approvals | 67th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 68 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 include: M5 Motorway Westbound Traffic Upgrade (Construction); Holsworthy Local Centre Mixed-Use Development (Planning); Georges Cove Residences (Planning); Moorebank Intermodal Precinct (Construction); and Hammondville Park Master Plan and Sports Field Upgrade (Stage 2) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 area has seen 148 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2's current population of 21,448 has been supported by 64 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 64, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 has seen 322 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,448 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 291 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 21,129 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 319 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 73.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 was estimated to be approximately 21,448 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 21,386 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The holsworthy - wattle grove sa2 has added approximately 319 people and shown a 1.51% increase from the 21,129 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is estimated at 291 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (72.5%), Natural increase (27.5%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.5% of overall population gains.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.9% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.8% of the population in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.2% of the population in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,689 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $77,980 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,463 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,027 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 37.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,652 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is approximately $72,008. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,689.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is approximately $82,955. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $77,980.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is approximately $72,008 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,689 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is approximately $82,955 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,980 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2's households (~36.2% / 2,308 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is $2,463/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is $2,652/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is $1,027/wk.
The Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $67,689 and an average of $77,980 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is above the national average, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,008 (median) and $82,955 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is $9,028 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The holsworthy - wattle grove sa2's disposable income is $9,028 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 86.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 14,331 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 18,108 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 14,561 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 has approximately 14,331 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 stands at 1.6%, which is 2.6 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (15.7% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.5%), and education & training (9.5%). Other significant employers include construction and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is 86.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The holsworthy - wattle grove sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 15.7% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.8, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The holsworthy - wattle grove sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 21.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
31.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
34.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The holsworthy - wattle grove sa2 ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 are: Certificate (21.8%), Bachelor Degree (21.4%), Advanced Diploma (12.6%).
33.1% of the population in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 8.6% in secondary school, 6.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is 1061, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 7 schools within the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,562 students.
The holsworthy - wattle grove sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 51.7% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,368 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,464 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 had 6,368 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.5% to an estimated 6,464 households today.
The average household size in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.3%), group households (1.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,451 family households, couples with children account for 51.7% of all households, couples without children at home 21.4%, and single parent families 11.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.6% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.3% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 13.3% of all households in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.2% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 66.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.6% of its population born overseas and 33.1% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.3% of people in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 7.2% of the population, compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove are Australian, comprising 22.6% of the population, English, comprising 18.7% of the population, and Other, comprising 16.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Lebanese is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Holsworthy - Wattle Grove (vs 2.6% across Greater Sydney), Macedonian at 0.9% (vs 0.4%) and Indian at 5.8% (vs 3.6%).
31.6% of the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
33.1% of the population in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.6% of the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
89.6% of the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,275 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 46.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $495 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, 26.0% of homes are owned outright, 46.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.7% of dwellings in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 are houses.
In the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, 2.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 stands at 26.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is $2,275, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is $1,645, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.3% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 consists of 86.7% detached houses, 10.8% semi-detached dwellings, 2.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove consumes approximately 15.4% of median household income ($10,665 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove show attached dwellings contributing 57% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 43% of applications versus 87% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Around 56.0% of people in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.6% of people in the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2, 56.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 63 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 143 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 85th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,828 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 150 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 46.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 143 public transport stops within the Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2.
The Holsworthy - Wattle Grove SA2 has 2,828 weekly trips across 27 routes, averaging 404 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 181 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 427 m away and the nearest school 725 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 143 stops nearby, 2,828 weekly trips, access rating 63 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 50 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 50th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 427 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 725 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 866 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 917 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 989 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 10 long day care centres with 483 places in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove, about 2.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove's tightly held property market has recorded 201 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Health performance in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Holsworthy - Wattle Grove has an estimated 21,448 residents, up 1.5% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Holsworthy - Wattle Grove.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Holsworthy - Wattle Grove.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (127031524). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Holsworthy - Wattle Grove from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Holsworthy - Wattle Grove with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
