Lalor Park - Kings Langley
Statistical Area - sa2

Lalor Park - Kings Langley is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Lalor Park - Kings Langley's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 26,313. This figure represents an increase of 940 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 25,373. The growth from June 2024 to August 2025 is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 26,168 and an additional 149 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,229 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 3.7% since the census is competitive with its SA3 area's growth fundamentals (3.9%). Overseas migration contributed approximately 71.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends indicate lower quartile growth, with the area expected to increase by 872 persons to 2041 based on latest numbers, reflecting a total increase of 1.8% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Lalor Park - Kings Langley recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Lalor Park - Kings Langley has received approximately 100 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 503 homes. As of FY26, 30 approvals have been recorded. Despite population decline in the area, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. The average expected construction cost value for new homes is $402,000, which is below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options.

In FY26, commercial approvals worth $29.7 million have been registered, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Lalor Park - Kings Langley has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 57th percentile nationally when assessed for areas. Recent construction comprises 74.0% detached dwellings and 26.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. This represents a shift from the current housing mix of 92.0% houses, reflecting reduced development site availability and evolving lifestyle demands and affordability requirements.

With around 275 people per dwelling approval, Lalor Park - Kings Langley exhibits characteristics of a low-density area. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by 485 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Lalor Park - Kings Langley has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 44 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Northcott Estate Renewal in Lalor Park, Jenner Street Mixed Use Development, Vardys Road & Evan Place Residential Development, and Seven Hills Community Hub featuring Betty Malthus Library.

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The labour market in Lalor Park - Kings Langley demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Lalor Park - Kings Langley has a well-educated workforce. Essential services sectors are well represented in the area, with an unemployment rate of 3.9% as of June 2025.

This rate is 0.3% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area shows strong specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 7.8% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the year ending June 2025, employment increased by 6.5%, while labour force also grew by 6.5%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with unemployment rising slightly to 4.5%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Lalor Park - Kings Langley's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

Lalor Park - Kings Langley had a median taxpayer income of $53,786 and an average of $64,433 in the financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This was approximately average nationally, compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. By September 2025, based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61%, the estimated median income would be approximately $60,568 and the average would be around $72,558. Census data shows that incomes in Lalor Park - Kings Langley cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 32.0% of the community (8,420 individuals), which is consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 30.9% in the same category. High housing costs consume 16.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 63rd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Lalor Park - Kings Langley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Lalor Park - Kings Langley dwelling structures in the latest Census showed 91.5% houses and 8.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 76.8% houses and 23.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Lalor Park - Kings Langley was at 29.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.5% and rented ones at 31.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,300, higher than Sydney metro's $2,167. Median weekly rent was $380, compared to Sydney metro's $400. Nationally, Lalor Park - Kings Langley's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,300 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $380 against the national figure of $375.

Lalor Park - Kings Langley has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.3% of all households, including 39.4% couples with children, 22.2% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.7%, with lone person households at 21.0% and group households making up 2.7%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

Educational attainment in Lalor Park - Kings Langley aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Lalor Park-Kings Langley show 29.5% of residents aged 15+ have university degrees, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are held by 32.4% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (21.5%) being prominent. Current educational participation is high at 30.7%, including 11.0% in primary, 7.8% in secondary, and 5.2% in tertiary education.

Nine schools operate within Lalor Park-Kings Langley, educating approximately 2,708 students. The area has balanced educational opportunities (ICSEA: 1016) with seven primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school. School places per 100 residents (10.3) are below the regional average (15.7), indicating some students may attend schools in nearby areas.

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

Lalor Park - Kings Langley has 178 active public transport stops. These stops offer a mix of train and bus services, with 92 individual routes operating in total. Each week, these routes facilitate 10,046 passenger trips.

The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average located just 167 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 1,435 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 56 weekly trips per individual stop.

Lalor Park - Kings Langley's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Lalor Park-Kings Langley has health metrics close to national benchmarks, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population (~13,656 people), leading the average SA2 area's rate of 49.8% across Greater Sydney.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 7.6% and 7.6% of residents respectively. 69.7% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 73.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has 17.3% of residents aged 65 and over (4,549 people), higher than the 15.2% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Lalor Park - Kings Langley is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Lalor Park-Kings Langley has a high cultural diversity, with 34.3% of its population born overseas and 32.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Lalor Park-Kings Langley, comprising 57.3%. Hinduism makes up 7.2%, lower than Greater Sydney's average of 14.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (21.7%), English (20.4%), and Other (14.3%). Notably, Lebanese (2.0%) and Korean (1.1%) are overrepresented compared to regional averages, while Filipino (2.8%) is underrepresented.

Lalor Park - Kings Langley's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Lalor Park - Kings Langley is 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Lalor Park - Kings Langley has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (9.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.1%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the population aged 75 to 84 grew from 4.4% to 5.8%, while the 55 to 64 age group declined from 11.5% to 10.8%. By 2041, Lalor Park - Kings Langley's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 41%, reaching 2,143 people from 1,518. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 67% of the population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age groups.