Lindfield - Roseville

Population growth drivers in Lindfield - Roseville are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Lindfield - Roseville's population is approximately 26,190 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,591 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 24,599. The growth was inferred from ABS estimates and validated new addresses between June 2024 and the Census date. The population density is around 2,204 persons per square kilometer, higher than average national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Lindfield - Roseville's population grew by 6.5% since the 2021 census, exceeding its SA3 area (4.4%) and SA4 region, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 91.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Lindfield - Roseville is expected to grow by approximately 3,014 persons based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of around 9.3% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Lindfield - Roseville recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Lindfield-Roseville has seen approximately 124 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 624 homes were approved. In FY-26, up until now, 52 homes have been approved.

On average, over these five years, about 0.6 people moved to the area for each dwelling built. This indicates that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and allowing for population growth beyond current projections. The average construction cost value of new properties in the area is $565,000, suggesting developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year has seen $168.4 million in commercial approvals registered, indicating strong local business investment. Comparing Lindfield-Roseville to Greater Sydney, it shows slightly more development activity, at 30.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period.

This balance supports buyer choice while maintaining current property values. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. New building activity is skewed towards compact living, with 65.0% medium and high-density housing compared to 35.0% detached houses. This shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 64.0% houses) reflects decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles, offering more diverse and affordable housing options. With around 320 people per dwelling approval, Lindfield-Roseville shows a developing market with population forecasts indicating an increase of 2,429 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Lindfield - Roseville has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 54 projects potentially impacting this region. Notable projects include Transport Oriented Development & Rail Infrastructure - Lindfield Precinct, Bridgestone Projects Lindfield, Lindfield Village Hub, and Rosewood Residences. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Lindfield - Roseville maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Lindfield-Roseville has a highly educated workforce, with the technology sector prominent. Its unemployment rate is 3.4%.

Employment stability has been relatively consistent over the past year. As of September 2025, 13,341 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Workforce participation is at 62.8%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance.

The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 4.6% compared to the regional average of 8.6%. Labour force levels increased by 0.5% over the year to September 2025, while employment declined by 0.1%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. State-level data from 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Lindfield-Roseville's employment mix indicates local employment should grow by 7.6% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The median income among taxpayers in Lindfield - Roseville SA2, based on AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, is $67,122. The average income for the same area and period is $140,777. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income would be approximately $75,586 and the average around $158,529, factoring in a 12.61% growth since financial year 2022 as per the Wage Price Index. In Lindfield - Roseville, household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 91st and 97th percentiles according to Census 2021 income data. Income analysis shows that 40.1% of residents earn $4000 or more weekly (10,502 individuals), contrasting with the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket is dominant at 30.9%. This indicates a substantial proportion of high earners in Lindfield - Roseville, with 51.7% earning above $3,000 weekly, suggesting strong economic capacity throughout the suburb. Housing accounts for 14.1% of income, and residents rank highly for disposable income, placing them within the 97th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Lindfield - Roseville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Lindfield-Roseville, as per the latest Census, consisted of 64.2% houses and 35.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 68.8% houses and 31.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Lindfield-Roseville was 40.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.4% and rented ones at 24.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,600, higher than Sydney metro's $3,500. Median weekly rent in Lindfield-Roseville was $620, compared to Sydney metro's $630. Nationally, Lindfield-Roseville's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $3,600 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Lindfield - Roseville features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 80.4% of all households, including 46.4% couples with children, 24.3% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.6%, with lone person households at 17.6% and group households comprising 1.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, which matches the Greater Sydney average.

Lindfield - Roseville demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Lindfield-Roseville is significantly higher than broader benchmarks. As of 2016 Census data, 60.1% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university qualifications, compared to the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This gives the area a substantial educational advantage. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 36.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (19.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%).

Vocational pathways account for 15.7% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and over, with advanced diplomas making up 9.2% and certificates 6.5%. Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 33.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of 2016 Census data. This includes 11.1% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 7.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Lindfield-Roseville has 179 active public transport stops. These are served by 109 routes, offering 9,218 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents' average distance to the nearest stop is 157 meters.

Daily service frequency averages 1,316 trips across all routes, equating to around 51 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Lindfield-Roseville shows excellent health outcomes, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all ages. Private health cover stands at approximately 84% (22,104 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 79.6%, and the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (5.9%) and arthritis (5.5%).

Overall, 77.3% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 76.0%. As of 2021, 18.0% of Lindfield-Roseville residents are aged 65 and over (4,706 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 20.2%. Senior health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

Lindfield - Roseville is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Lindfield-Roseville has high cultural diversity, with 34.9% speaking a language other than English at home and 41.5% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 46.0%. Judaism is overrepresented, at 1.4% compared to Greater Sydney's 2.5%.

Top ancestry groups are English (21.9%), Chinese (20.1%), and Australian (17.9%). Korean is notably overrepresented at 2.0%, South African at 0.8%, and Hungarian at 0.4%.

Lindfield - Roseville's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Lindfield-Roseville's median age is 41 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and somewhat older than Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Lindfield-Roseville has a notably over-represented cohort of 45-54 year-olds at 14.8%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 8.7%. According to the 2021 Census, the 15-24 age group grew from 12.8% to 15.5% of the population, while the 0-4 cohort declined from 4.8% to 3.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Lindfield-Roseville's age profile will change significantly. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 47%, adding 800 residents to reach 2,513. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 69% of the population growth, while the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are projected to decline in population.