Jindabyne - Berridale

Jindabyne - Berridale lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Jindabyne-Berridale's population was 9,206 as of November 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 1,171 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,035. The increase is inferred from ABS estimated resident population figures: 8,557 in June 2024 and an additional 156 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 2.3 persons per square kilometer. Jindabyne-Berridale's growth rate of 14.6% exceeded both its SA4 region (5.1%) and Rest of NSW, indicating it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 54.7% to overall population gains recently, although all migration drivers were positive factors.

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 ABS data is unavailable, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics anticipate significant growth in regional Australia, with Jindabyne-Berridale expected to increase by 2,838 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 23.8% over the 17 years.

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

Jindabyne - Berridale recorded approximately 70 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 351 homes were approved, with an additional 18 approved in FY-26. On average, about 2.8 people moved to the area per new home constructed during these five years, indicating strong demand which should support property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $397,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. In FY-26, there have been $20.4 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the rest of NSW, Jindabyne - Berridale has 72.0% more construction activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers. Recent construction comprises 56.0% detached dwellings and 44.0% townhouses or apartments, expanding medium-density options and creating a mix of opportunities across price brackets. This shift reflects reduced availability of development sites and changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements, differing from the current housing mix which is 77.0% houses.

With around 151 people per approval, Jindabyne - Berridale indicates a developing area. Population forecasts estimate that Jindabyne - Berridale will gain approximately 2,189 residents by 2041. Construction is maintaining pace with projected growth, but buyers may face increasing competition as population increases.

Jindabyne - Berridale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Nugget's Crossing Shopping Centre Expansion, The Lake - East Jindabyne, Mountainside Estate in Jindabyne, and Jindabyne Lakeside. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Jindabyne - Berridale rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Jindabyne - Berridale had an unemployment rate of 0.9% as of September 2025. There were 5,562 residents in work at this time. The unemployment rate was 2.9% below the Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation was 76.1%, compared to the Rest of NSW's 61.5%. According to Census responses, 17.0% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment among residents were accommodation & food, arts & recreation, and construction. The area had a strong specialization in accommodation & food with an employment share of 2.9 times the regional level.

Health care & social assistance had limited presence with 5.9% employment compared to the regional average of 16.9%. There was a ratio of 0.7 workers for each resident, indicating above-normal local employment opportunities. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 5.0%, and employment decreased by 4.9%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, the Rest of NSW saw employment fall by 0.5%, labour force contract by 0.1%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. However, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Jindabyne - Berridale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Jindabyne - Berridale SA2 is aligned with national averages. The median income is $51,981 and the average income stands at $66,958. This contrasts with Rest of NSW's figures where the median income is $52,390 and the average income is $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Jindabyne - Berridale would be approximately $56,587 (median) and $72,890 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Jindabyne - Berridale cluster around the 64th percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that 35.1% of the population, equating to 3,231 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which aligns with the metropolitan region where this cohort also represents 29.9%. After housing costs, residents retain 87.1% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Jindabyne - Berridale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Jindabyne - Berridale, as per the latest Census, consisted of 76.8% houses and 23.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Jindabyne - Berridale stood at 36.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (32.8%) or rented (30.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,729, below Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent was $380, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Jindabyne - Berridale's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Jindabyne - Berridale features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.9% of all households, including 28.6% that are couples with children, 28.8% that are couples without children, and 8.1% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.1%, with lone person households at 25.7% and group households comprising 8.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

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

Educational qualifications in Jindabyne-Berridale trail region show that 26.1% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 42.4% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (31.2%). Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including secondary (10.0%), primary (9.8%), and tertiary (4.3%) levels.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in secondary education, 9.8% in primary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Jindabyne - Berridale has 205 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 24 routes providing 844 weekly passenger trips. Residents have good accessibility to these stops, with an average distance of 232 meters to the nearest one. Most commutes are outward-bound due to the area's residential nature. Car is the dominant mode of transport at 83%, while walking accounts for 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.9 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 17% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes is 120 trips per day on average, translating to approximately four weekly trips per stop. The map accompanying this data shows the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

Jindabyne - Berridale's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows notable results for Jindabyne - Berridale based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is at approximately 52% of the total population (~4,796 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 7.9 and 7.8% of residents respectively. A majority, 73.1%, report being completely free from medical ailments, higher than the 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Under-65s in the area have better health outcomes than average. The area has 14.3% of residents aged 65 and over (1,316 people), lower than the 23.0% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Jindabyne-Berridale had a low cultural diversity, with 86.9% citizens, 84.6% born in Australia, and 93.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 41.0%. Judaism was overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to 0.1% regionally.

The top three ancestral groups were English (31.6%), Australian (28.8%), and Scottish (9.9%). French (0.7%) was notably higher than the regional average of 0.4%. Irish (9.1%) and Dutch (1.4%) also had slightly higher representations compared to their regional averages of 8.8% and 1.0%, respectively.

Jindabyne - Berridale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Jindabyne-Berridale is 37 years, which is lower than Rest of NSW's average of 43 and close to Australia's national average of 38. The age profile shows that the 25-34 year-olds make up 19.4% of the population, while those aged 75-84 comprise only 4.2%. Between 2021 and present, the percentage of 25-34 year-olds has increased from 16.5% to 19.4%, and the 35-44 age group has risen from 11.7% to 12.7%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 12.3% to 10.3%, and the 45-54 cohort has dropped from 14.9% to 13.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 25-34 age group is expected to increase by 661 people (37%), reaching a total of 2,446. Meanwhile, the 55-64 cohort is projected to grow by 4%, adding 42 people.