Kurri Kurri - Abermain

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

Kurri Kurri - Abermain's population is 23,505 as of November 2025. This shows an increase of 2,874 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 20,631. The growth is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 22,814 in June 2024 and an additional 684 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 259 persons per square kilometer. Kurri Kurri - Abermain's growth rate of 13.9% since the 2021 census exceeds Rest of NSW (5.7%) and the state, indicating strong growth. Interstate migration contributed approximately 68.4% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends forecast significant population increase in the top quartile of national regional areas, with Kurri Kurri - Abermain expected to expand by 8,680 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 34.0% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Kurri Kurri - Abermain was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Kurri Kurri - Abermain recorded approximately 212 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, 1,060 homes were approved, with an additional 63 approved in FY-26. On average, 3.4 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these years.

Residential supply lagged demand during this period, potentially leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost of new properties was $226,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totaled $17.6 million, indicating steady investment activity in the area.

When compared to Rest of NSW, Kurri Kurri - Abermain maintained similar development levels per person, keeping market balance consistent with the broader region. New building activity comprised 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 162 people moving in for each dwelling approval, Kurri Kurri - Abermain exhibited growth area characteristics. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by 7,989 residents. Building activity has kept pace with growth projections, but heightened buyer competition may occur as population grows.

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

AreaSearch identified 13 infrastructure projects potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Weston Public Preschool, Hunter Power Project (Kurri Kurri Power Station), Kurri Kurri Lateral Pipeline (KKLP) and Storage Project, and Hunter Regional Plan 2041. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market performance in Kurri Kurri - Abermain lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Kurri Kurri - Abermain has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs, dominated by manufacturing and industrial sectors. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 5.3%. Of its 10,114 residents in work, the unemployment rate is 1.4% higher than Rest of NSW's 3.8%, with workforce participation at 59.2%, below Rest of NSW's 61.5%.

Census data shows 13.0% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area has a strong mining sector, with employment share 2.8 times the regional level, but agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 1.2%. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force decreased by 2.3%, employment declined by 2.1%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.2 percentage points, contrasting with Rest of NSW where employment fell by 0.5% and unemployment rose by 0.4%.

National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, May-25, project national growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local projections suggest Kurri Kurri - Abermain's employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, based on its industry mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Kurri Kurri - Abermain SA2 is $55,375 and average income is $67,069. This is comparable to Rest of NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from June 2023 to September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $60,281 and average income $73,011 by September 2025. Census data indicates household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly in Kurri Kurri - Abermain, between the 28th and 33rd percentiles. Income analysis reveals that 34.3% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, with this band representing 29.9% of metropolitan region earnings. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 32nd percentile.

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

Kurri Kurri - Abermain's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 91.1% houses and 9.0% 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 Kurri Kurri - Abermain was 30.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.1% and rented ones at 29.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,603, below Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in the area was $345, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Kurri Kurri - Abermain's median monthly mortgage repayment is lower than Australia's average of $1,863, and rents are less than the national figure of $375.

Kurri Kurri - Abermain has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 73.0% of all households, including 29.9% couples with children, 25.1% couples without children, and 16.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.0%, with lone person households at 24.3% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Kurri Kurri - Abermain faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.0%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 6.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas at 7.9% and certificates at 36.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Kurri Kurri - Abermain has 193 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 49 individual routes that collectively facilitate 693 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 229 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation at 97%, with an average vehicle ownership of 1.6 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, only 13% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 99 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 3 weekly trips per stop. An accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Kurri Kurri - Abermain is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Kurri Kurri - Abermain faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups, with private health cover at approximately 52% of the total population (~12,246 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions, impacting 12.2% and 9.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 59.9% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 14.8% of residents aged 65 and over (3,474 people), lower than the 23.0% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings generally aligned with the broader population.

The latest Census data sees Kurri Kurri - Abermain placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kurri Kurri-Abermain, surveyed in June 2016, had low cultural diversity with 93.4% being citizens, 94.3% born in Australia, and 97.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 51.2%, compared to 55.9% regionally. Top ancestral groups were Australian (34.3%), English (31.8%), and Scottish (8.1%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal was overrepresented at 7.8% (vs regional 4.6%), Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%), and Macedonian at 0.1% (vs 0.4%).

Kurri Kurri - Abermain's population is younger than the national pattern

Kurri Kurri - Abermain has a median age of 34, which is lower than the Rest of NSW figure of 43 and Australia's figure of 38. The 25-34 cohort is over-represented locally at 17.8%, compared to the Rest of NSW average. Conversely, those aged 65-74 are under-represented at 8.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has increased from 15.7% to 17.8% of the population, while the 35-44 cohort rose from 11.9% to 13.6%. Meanwhile, the 45-54 cohort declined from 11.7% to 10.3%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 11.5% to 10.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Kurri Kurri - Abermain's age profile will significantly change. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to expand by 1,894 people (45%), growing from 4,186 to 6,081.