Jamisontown - South Penrith

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

Jamisontown - South Penrith's population is around 17,772 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 17,326 people, a rise of 446 individuals (2.6%). The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 17,749 in June 2025 and an additional 110 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,970 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Recent population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 56.0% of overall population gains.

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 from 2022 using 2021 as the base year are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth is anticipated nationally, with Jamisontown - South Penrith expected to increase by 641 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 3.5% in total over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Jamisontown - South Penrith according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Jamisontown - South Penrith recorded approximately 45 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 228 homes were approved, with an additional 43 approved in FY26 as of now. The average new resident arrival per new home over these years was 0.2 annually, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand and offering greater buyer choice while supporting potential population growth above projections.

The average expected construction cost value for new dwellings during this period was $240,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY26, commercial development approvals totaled $13.6 million, indicating balanced commercial development activity in the area relative to Greater Sydney. However, Jamisontown - South Penrith shows substantially reduced construction compared to the regional average per person (56.0% below), which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. This level is also below the national average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New development in the location consists of 79.0% standalone homes and 21.0% attached dwellings, maintaining its traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

There are approximately 390 people per dwelling approval in Jamisontown - South Penrith, reflecting an established area. Future projections estimate that Jamisontown - South Penrith will add around 618 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Jamisontown - South Penrith has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 21 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Mulgoa Road Upgrade from Glenmore Parkway to Jeanette Street, Winter Sports World, Penrith Stadium Redevelopment, and Nepean Hospital Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.4%, Jamisontown - South Penrith has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally

Jamisontown - South Penrith has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. As of December 2025, 9240 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation stands at 66.1%, below Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 29.7% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction is particularly prominent with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have limited presence at 4.4%, compared to 11.5% regionally. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 4.7%, alongside a 4.4% employment decline, leading to an unemployment rate fall of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Jamisontown - South Penrith's employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Jamisontown - South Penrith SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $60,031 and an average of $70,169 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is slightly above the national average, compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Using Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $66,226 (median) and $77,410 (average). According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Jamisontown - South Penrith cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 36.1% of residents (6,415 people), similar to regional levels where this cohort represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 49th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Jamisontown - South Penrith is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Jamisontown - South Penrith, as per the latest Census, consisted of 82.7% houses and 17.3% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and others. This is compared to Sydney metropolitan area's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Jamisontown - South Penrith stood at 31.0%, with mortgaged dwellings making up 35.7% and rented ones comprising 33.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,113, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure stood at $400, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Jamisontown - South Penrith's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Jamisontown - South Penrith has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 72.4% of all households, including 31.1% couples with children, 24.8% couples without children, and 15.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.6%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households making up 2.6%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Jamisontown - South Penrith fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.6%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (29.3%). Educational participation is high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including primary (10.9%), secondary (7.9%), and tertiary (3.7%) levels.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Jamisontown - South Penrith has 141 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 44 different routes that together facilitate 1,957 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents located an average of 159 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential region, most commuters travel outward. Cars are the primary mode of transportation, used by 88% of residents, while trains account for 6%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling, surpassing the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 29.7% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 279 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per stop. A map accompanies this data, displaying the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

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

Jamisontown-South Penrith faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 54% of the total population (~9,579 people), leading that of the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Mental health issues impact 8.8% of residents, while arthritis affects 8.4%. However, 67.2% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 18.2% of residents aged 65 and over (3,234 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Jamisontown - South Penrith records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Jamisontown-South Penrith has a cultural diversity profile roughly in line with the wider region's average. As of 2016, approximately 81.0% of its population was born in Australia, 89.5% were citizens, and 87.9% spoke English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 57.9% of people, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney as of 2016.

The top three ancestry groups in Jamisontown-South Penrith are Australian (29.0%), English (27.2%), and Irish (7.9%). These figures are substantially higher than the regional averages of 17.8%, 19.0%, and 4.6% respectively, as per the 2016 census data. Notably, Maltese representation is overrepresented at 1.5% compared to the regional average of 1.0%. Samoan representation stands at 0.5%, equal to the regional average, while Lebanese representation is lower at 0.7% compared to the regional average of 2.6%.

Jamisontown - South Penrith's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Jamisontown - South Penrith's median age is 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The age group of 75-84 years old comprises 6.9%, a strong representation compared to Greater Sydney, while the 35-44 cohort stands at 13.8%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 5.2% to 6.9%, and the 25-34 cohort has risen from 13.9% to 15.1%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 13.5% to 11.9%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 10.7% to 9.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Jamisontown - South Penrith's age structure. The 85+ group is expected to grow by 112%, reaching 728 people from the current 342, demonstrating a clear aging population trend with those aged 65 and above accounting for 69% of projected growth. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 0-4 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.