Morisset - Cooranbong

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

Morisset-Cooranbong's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 21,206, reflecting a 17.0% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 18,129. This growth is inferred from an estimated resident population of 20,426 in June 2024 and an additional 1,521 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is around 64 persons per square kilometer. Morisset-Cooranbong's growth rate exceeded that of non-metro areas (5.1%) and its SA4 region, making it a growth leader in the area. Interstate migration contributed approximately 90.1% to overall population gains recently. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by 9,992 persons, reflecting a total gain of 42.9% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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

Morisset-Cooranbong recorded approximately 342 residential property approvals annually. From FY-21 to FY-25, 1713 homes were approved, with a further 190 approved in FY-26. On average, 1.9 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years.

The average construction value of new properties was $296,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $52.7 million. Compared to the rest of NSW, Morisset-Cooranbong had 110.0% more construction activity per person. New development consisted of 76.0% detached dwellings and 24.0% medium-high density housing. The area had around 59 people per approval.

By 2041, the population is forecast to increase by 9105 residents. Existing development levels align with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Morisset - Cooranbong has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 38 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Trinity Point Marina & Resort Development, Life & Home Bulky Goods Centre in Morisset, Cedar Mill Lake Macquarie, and Mandalong Road Upgrade in Morisset. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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Morisset - Cooranbong has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Morisset-Cooranbong has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.8% as of September 2025, matching the Rest of NSW's rate.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.5%. There were 9,044 residents employed at this time, while workforce participation was lower than the regional average (51.2% compared to 56.4%). Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Notably, construction has a high concentration with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with only 1.7% of employment compared to the regional average of 5.3%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the 12 months prior, employment increased by 3.5%, while labour force increased by 4.0%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 0.5 percentage points. Rest of NSW experienced an employment decline of 0.5% and a slight labour force decrease of 0.1%. State-level data from 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts suggest growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but industry-specific projections vary significantly. Applying these projections to Morisset-Cooranbong's employment mix indicates potential local employment increases of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Income data from AreaSearch for financial year 2022 shows median assessed income in Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 was $49,051. Average income stood at $60,498. This is below the national average. In comparison, Rest of NSW had a median income of $49,459 and an average income of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated current incomes as of September 2025 are approximately $55,236 (median) and $68,127 (average). Census 2021 income data indicates household, family and personal incomes in Morisset - Cooranbong fall between the 20th and 26th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 28.7% of locals (6,086 people) are in the $1,500 - 2,999 income category. This is consistent with surrounding regions at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 23rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Morisset - Cooranbong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Morisset-Cooranbong, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.4% houses and 15.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 89.7% houses and 10.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Morisset-Cooranbong stood at 40.3%, with the rest either mortgaged (35.8%) or rented (23.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, surpassing Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,900. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $380, matching Non-Metro NSW's figure. Nationally, Morisset-Cooranbong's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

Morisset - Cooranbong has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 69.8% of all households, including 27.9% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 30.2%, with lone person households at 27.0% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.5 people, matching the Rest of NSW average.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 18.2%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (31.7%).

Educational participation is high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Morisset-Cooranbong has 143 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 88 different routes, offering a total of 2,257 weekly passenger trips. Residents' average proximity to the nearest stop is 342 meters, indicating good accessibility.

On average, there are 322 trips per day across all routes, translating to about 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Morisset-Cooranbong faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Approximately half (50%) of its total population (~10,603 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.1% of residents) and mental health issues (10.3%), while 58.4% report having no medical ailments, compared to 60.3% in Rest of NSW. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 24.8% of the population (5,261 people), higher than the 21.9% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors largely mirror those of the general population.

Morisset - Cooranbong is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Morisset-Cooranbong had a cultural diversity below average, with 85.9% of its population born in Australia and 92.2% being citizens. English was the language spoken at home by 95.0%. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 59.9%, compared to 54.0% across Rest of NSW.

The top three ancestry groups were English (32.9%), Australian (30.4%), and Scottish (7.9%). Notably, Samoan representation was higher at 0.4% compared to the regional average of 0.3%, Maltese at 0.7% versus 0.4%, and Australian Aboriginal at 3.8% versus 4.5%.

Morisset - Cooranbong hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Morisset-Cooranbong has a median age of 45 years, which is slightly higher than the Rest of NSW's median age of 43 and considerably older than the national average of 38. Compared to the Rest of NSW average, Morisset-Cooranbong has an over-representation of the 85+ cohort (4.2% locally) and an under-representation of the 45-54 age group (10.2%). Between 2021 and present, the population aged 35 to 44 increased from 10.2% to 11.7%, while those aged 25 to 34 rose from 11.1% to 12.2%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 age group decreased from 12.5% to 11.4%, and the 85+ cohort dropped from 5.2% to 4.2%. Demographic projections suggest that by 2041, Morisset-Cooranbong's age profile will change significantly, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow by 1,532 people (59%), reaching a total of 4,122 individuals.