Liverpool - West

Population growth drivers in Liverpool - West are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Liverpool - West's population is approximately 14,937 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 1,200 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 13,737. The change is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 14,906 in June 2025 and an additional 363 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,679 persons per square kilometer, placing Liverpool - West in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's population growth of 8.7% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, indicating its status as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78.6% 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. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. These projections show an above median population growth for national statistical areas, with Liverpool - West expected to increase by 3,275 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 21.7% over the 16 years.

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

Liverpool-West has seen approximately 84 new homes approved each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 422 homes were approved, with an additional 53 approved so far in FY26. On average, about two new residents have been arriving per new home annually over these five years, indicating a balanced supply and demand. However, this has increased to approximately 5.5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing demand and tightening supply.

The average value of new homes being built is around $238,000, which is below the regional average, offering more affordable housing options for buyers. This year alone, $200,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to residential growth. Relative to Greater Sydney, Liverpool-West records about three-quarters of the building activity per person and ranks among the 79th percentile nationally. However, development activity has picked up recently. The new building activity shows a skew towards compact living, with approximately 32.0% detached houses and 68.0% townhouses or apartments.

This shift from the current housing pattern of 54.0% houses suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. Liverpool-West has around 144 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Liverpool-West is projected to add approximately 3,244 residents by 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 29 projects potentially impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Frangipane Avenue Apartments, Liverpool Civic Place, Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct, and Memorial Avenue Towers. The following details projects likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Liverpool - West faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Liverpool - West has an unemployment rate of 8.9% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 7.2% over the past year. There are 5,602 residents in work, and the unemployment rate is 4.7% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation stands at 51.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%.

A moderate 24.8% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing, with a strong specialization in manufacturing (1.7 times the regional level). Professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 4.7% of Liverpool - West's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 7.2%, while labour force increased by 5.2%, causing a decrease in unemployment rate by 1.7 percentage points.

National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Liverpool - West's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Liverpool - West SA2 has lower income compared to national averages. The median income is $37,577 and the average income stands at $43,137. In contrast, Greater Sydney has a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Liverpool - West SA2 would be approximately $41,455 (median) and $47,589 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Liverpool - West all fall between the 2nd and 15th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 28.7% of locals (4,286 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, reflecting patterns seen in the region where 30.9% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 77.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 11th percentile nationally.

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

Liverpool-West's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 53.9% houses and 46.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Liverpool-West stood at 25.1%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (24.0%) or rented (50.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Liverpool-West was recorded at $360, compared to Sydney metro's figure of $470. Nationally, Liverpool-West's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Liverpool - West has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 73.3% of all households, including 36.9% couples with children, 17.0% couples without children, and 17.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.7%, with lone person households at 24.2% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Liverpool - West fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 19.2%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (18.3%). Educational participation is high, with 34.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 11.4% in primary, 8.7% in secondary, and 5.6% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 34.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.4% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 5.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Liverpool - West has 113 active public transport stops operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 64 individual routes that collectively provide 5,328 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 124 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward using different modes of transportation. Cars remain the dominant mode at 80%, while trains account for 9% and buses for 5%. On average, there are 1.1 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, 24.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 761 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 47 weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this analysis, showing the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Liverpool - West is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Liverpool-West faces significant health challenges. AreaSearch's assessment found mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence to be high, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is very low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 6,990 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and diabetes, affecting 7.0% and 6.4% of residents respectively. However, 72.9% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. The area has 16.9% of residents aged 65 and over (around 2,516 people), higher than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Liverpool-West has a culturally diverse population, with 59.3% born overseas and 71.3% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Liverpool-West, accounting for 45.1%. Notably, the 'Other' category comprises 16.1%, substantially higher than Greater Sydney's average of 1.4%.

In terms of ancestry, 'Other' tops at 37.0% (higher than the regional average of 16.0%), followed by Australian at 10.5% (lower than the regional average of 17.8%) and English at 8.6% (also lower than the regional average of 19.0%). Some ethnic groups show significant representation: Serbian at 6.3%, Vietnamese at 5.6%, and Lebanese at 4.4%.

Liverpool - West's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Liverpool-West's median age is nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, which is modestly under the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Liverpool-West has a higher concentration of 0-4 residents at 6.7% but fewer 35-44 year-olds at 13.2%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 13.0% to 14.2%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 11.6% to 10.4% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 13.5% to 12.4%. Demographic modeling suggests Liverpool-West's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to grow by 70%, adding 1,085 residents to reach 2,640. Conversely, the 15 to 24 group is expected to contract by 118 residents.