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Leppington - Catherine Field has an estimated 22,360 residents, up 78.0% since the 2021 Census, with 36 projects tracked in Leppington - Catherine Field.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Leppington - Catherine Field Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 41 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 22,360 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 9,801 people (78.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 12,559 people. That estimate is inferred from an estimated resident population (ERP) of 21,103 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 2,737 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date.
Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the area shows a high proportion of married families, above-average median household income, strong representation of mortgage holders, a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, and an elevated proportion of children aged 0 to 4. Residents include a high share of children and a working-age population made up largely of family households and couples with children, while income levels are high. In terms of population growth, the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Leppington - Catherine Field Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 41 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 22,360 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 9,801 people (78.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 12,559 people. That estimate is inferred from an estimated resident population (ERP) of 21,103 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 2,737 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date.
Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the area shows a high proportion of married families, above-average median household income, strong representation of mortgage holders, a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, and an elevated proportion of children aged 0 to 4. Residents include a high share of children and a working-age population made up largely of family households and couples with children, while income levels are high. In terms of population growth, the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,631 in 2001 and 21,103 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 22,360 (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, 19.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.7%.
Leppington - Catherine Field ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for population growth and the 99th for development activity.
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 Leppington - Catherine Field is $806 a week, up 4.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.5%.
2% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $562 in 2017, $816 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Rover Street, Leppington NSW 2179 | $1,300,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 1187 Camden Valley Way, Leppington NSW 2179 | $5,800,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Sainsbury Road, Catherine Field NSW 2557 | $1,155,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 103 Hirsch Street, Leppington NSW 2179 | $1,220,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Levy Way, Leppington NSW 2179 | $695,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 74 Hirsch Street, Leppington NSW 2179 | $1,575,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Shells Circuit, Leppington NSW 2179 | $1,340,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 43 Mercury Street, Leppington NSW 2179 | $1,325,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Price Ridge, Leppington NSW 2179 | $2,250,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Bight Street, Catherine Field NSW 2557 | $1,620,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 38 residential sales recorded since 17 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 38, houses and units together, was $1,252,500 (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 | $806 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.23m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $755k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,252,500 | Median of the 38 most recent residential sales, settled 17 Aug 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $816 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $500 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Bringelly - Green Valley | $753 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bringelly - Green Valley, over 12 months | +4.4% | 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 |
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Status of the 876 tracked applications: 564 approved, 122 under assessment, 190 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 36 projects in Leppington - Catherine Field (13 under construction) and 188 more in the surrounding area.
Business case and corridor preservation program for future rail links in south west Sydney, from Bradfield to Leppington and Glenfield, and from Bradfield to Campbelltown and Macarthur.
A major Sydney Water drinking water network expansion program supporting the Western Sydney Aerotropolis and South West Growth Area. The project involved installing 22km of large-diameter trunk water mains, constructing three new pumping stations, five rechlorination plants, and significant reservoir upgrades.
A purpose-built co-educational K-12 school by Amity College with a capacity for 1,000 students. Stage 1 completed May 2024 delivers 300 primary school places across 12 classrooms, a library, art and music rooms, a small auditorium, and dedicated play spaces at a cost of $29.5 million, co-funded by the NSW Government.
Two-stage major upgrade of Leppington Public School delivering 20 new permanent classrooms, 3 support learning classrooms, a new multipurpose hall, and a covered outdoor learning area (COLA). A new 60-student co-located public preschool is also being delivered.
A $12 million road infrastructure project transforming Park Road into a two-way urban collector road. The upgrade includes road widening, intersection improvements, shared pedestrian and cyclist pathways, and improved drainage with a culvert crossing at Scalabrini Creek.
The project involves corridor preservation and business case development for a future rail extension linking Bradfield City Centre and Western Sydney International Airport to Leppington and Glenfield.
A new high school being delivered to serve the rapidly growing communities of Leppington and Denham Court. Co-located with Leppington Public School, the project includes modern learning hubs, specialist facilities for science, technology, and performing arts, a multipurpose sports hall, and expansive outdoor recreation areas.
A new public high school co-located with Leppington Public School, designed to accommodate approximately 1,000 students. The facility includes 51 classrooms, specialist workshops for science, wood, metal, and food technology, a multipurpose hall, a library, and sports courts. The school will feature a selective stream beginning in 2027.
A premier masterplanned residential community by Crownland Developments in Sydney's South West. The East Village precinct offers a diverse range of house and land packages in collaboration with leading NSW builders.
Leppington Greens Estate by Creation Homes is a residential development featuring sustainable house and land packages. Located in the Leppington growth area, it emphasizes green spaces, community amenities, and environmentally conscious design, offering modern family homes with access to local schools, shops, and transport.
A 440-hectare strategic centre in Sydney's South West Growth Area. The State-assessed Rezoning Proposal was finalised in June 2026, transforming the precinct from an employment-focused business park into a high-density, mixed-use hub.
A $32.7 million tri-funded road upgrade in Elderslie improving traffic flow, safety and connectivity for the fast-growing Macarthur region. Works include: extension of Liz Kernohan Drive to Camden Valley Way with a new signalised intersection at Kirkham Lane; upgrade of the Hilder Street and Camden Valley Way intersection to a two-lane roundabout; and…
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Estimated completion year of the 96 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 29, 2027 30, 2028 15, 2029 6, 2030 9, 2031 3, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 1. 73 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 876 substantial development applications lodged in and around Leppington - Catherine Field over the past 5 years, 757 in the last 12 months; 122 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 33, 2023 28, 2024 34, 2025 25, 2026 (to Nov) 752.
Key application 141 & 153 Byron Road, Leppington Childcare | $375m | 865 dwellings | 13 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 876 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 757 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 46.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 617 | ABS building approvals | 99th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 564 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 122 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 include: South West Sydney Rail Planning - Business Case (Planning); Camden Valley Way and Liz Kernohan Drive Upgrade (Construction); Prospect South to Macarthur (ProMac) (Completed); Leppington Oval Precinct Masterplan (Construction); and Amity College Leppington Campus (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Education & Training, and Residential Development, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Leppington - Catherine Field higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 area has seen 984 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Leppington - Catherine Field SA2's current population of 22,360 has been supported by 617 approvals on average over recent years.
The Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 has seen 46.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 41 people in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 617, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 has grown by approximately 9,938 people, while 3,083 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Leppington - Catherine Field lies within the top 1% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,360 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +78.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 615 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +13.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +15.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,559 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 9,801 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +13.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +8.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 36.36 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 was estimated to be approximately 22,360 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 21,103 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The leppington - catherine field sa2 has added approximately 9,801 people and shown a 78.04% increase from the 12,559 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is estimated at 615 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 15.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (73.8%), Natural increase (17.2%), Overseas migration (9.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 73.8% of overall population gains.
Leppington - Catherine Field's young demographic places it in the bottom 12% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 12th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 26.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.6% | 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 | 33 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 at 32 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Leppington - Catherine Field is 5 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 6.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (9.8% vs 5.5%) and 5-14 year-olds (16.5% vs 11.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.0% vs 2.1%) and 65-74 year-olds (4.8% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 26.3% of the population in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.3% of the population in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,835 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,563 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,271 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $893 | 2021 Census, weekly | 65th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,343 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is approximately $71,099. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,835.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is approximately $81,448. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,563.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is approximately $71,099 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,835 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is approximately $81,448 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,563 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2's households (~36.7% / 1,389 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.7% 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 Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is $2,271/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is $2,343/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is $893/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $66,835 with the average level standing at $76,563. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $71,099 (median) and $81,448 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is $7,954 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The leppington - catherine field sa2's disposable income is $7,954 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Leppington - Catherine Field rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 12,087 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 18,639 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 12,382 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 has approximately 12,087 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. 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 Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 stands at 2.4%, which is 1.8 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 Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.9% of employment), construction (12.6%), and retail trade (10.0%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Leppington - Catherine Field 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 Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is 74.5%, 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 leppington - catherine field sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.6% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The leppington - catherine field 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.
Education in Leppington - Catherine Field: university qualifications 28.5%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 964.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
28.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
39.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The leppington - catherine field sa2 ranks in the 36th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 are: Certificate (20.6%), Bachelor Degree (19.3%), Advanced Diploma (11.5%).
29.4% of the population in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.0% in primary school, 7.3% in secondary school, 4.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is 964, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 480 students.
The leppington - catherine field sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Leppington - Catherine Field features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 49.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,785 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,739 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 had 3,785 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 78.0% to an estimated 6,739 households today.
The average household size in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.1%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,217 family households, couples with children account for 49.9% of all households, couples without children at home 25.2%, and single parent families 8.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.0% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.1% 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 Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 have an average of 1.7 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 59.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.1% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 13.1% of all households in the Leppington - Catherine Field 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 1.7% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Leppington - Catherine Field is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 37.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 46.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 53.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 62.1% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
Leppington - Catherine Field scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 37.9% of its population born overseas and 46.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Leppington - Catherine Field was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.2% of people in Leppington - Catherine Field. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 12.8% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Leppington - Catherine Field are Other, comprising 24.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Australian, comprising 15.1% of the population, and English, comprising 12.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Serbian is notably overrepresented at 1.7% of Leppington - Catherine Field (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Maltese at 3.1% (vs 1.0%) and Croatian at 1.6% (vs 0.7%).
37.9% of the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
46.3% of the population in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.2% of the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
86.7% of the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Leppington - Catherine Field is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,650 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 49.1% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $550 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, 26.4% of homes are owned outright, 49.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.0% of dwellings in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 are houses.
In the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 stands at 26.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is $2,650, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is $1,887, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 consists of 96.0% detached houses, 1.1% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 2.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Leppington - Catherine Field consumes approximately 19.2% of median household income ($9,833 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Leppington - Catherine Field show attached dwellings contributing 7% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 93% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Leppington - Catherine Field's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 60th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 78.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.7% of people in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.6% of people in the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2, 55.4% 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 | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 146 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,857 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 149 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 64 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 37.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 146 public transport stops within the Leppington - Catherine Field SA2.
The Leppington - Catherine Field SA2 has 5,857 weekly trips across 64 routes, averaging 836 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 351 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 581 m away and the nearest school 1.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 146 stops nearby, 5,857 weekly trips, access rating 62 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 12 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 12th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 581 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 10.7 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 12 long day care centres with 1,474 places in Leppington - Catherine Field, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Leppington - Catherine Field higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Leppington - Catherine Field ranks in the 52nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Leppington - Catherine Field's resilient property market has recorded 620 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 57% residential and 43% vacant land transactions.
Leppington - Catherine Field lies within the top 1% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Leppington - Catherine Field's young demographic places it in the bottom 12% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Leppington - Catherine Field rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally.
Education in Leppington - Catherine Field: university qualifications 28.5%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 964.
Leppington - Catherine Field features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Leppington - Catherine Field is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Leppington - Catherine Field is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Leppington - Catherine Field's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Leppington - Catherine Field has an estimated 22,360 residents, up 78.0% since the 2021 Census, with 36 projects tracked in Leppington - Catherine Field.
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 Leppington - Catherine Field.
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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 Nov 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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
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 (127011728). 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 (Nov 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 Leppington - Catherine Field 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 Leppington - Catherine Field 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.
