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Morisset - Cooranbong has an estimated 21,774 residents, up 20.1% since the 2021 Census, with 22 projects tracked in Morisset - Cooranbong.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Morisset - Cooranbong Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 88 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at 21,774 as of Aug 2026, following an increase of 3,645 people (20.1%) since the 2021 Census count of 18,129 people. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 21,067 as of June 2025 and 2,250 validated new addresses since the Census date. Population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally. The area is also noted for strong development activity and population drivers, a strong service amenity offering, a notable proportion of people aged 85 and over, an elevated healthcare employment base, pronounced construction employment, and above-average children per family.
The area features a high proportion of elderly residents and is known for its natural beauty, relaxed lifestyle and history. Set among forests and lakes, Morisset - Cooranbong offers waterfront activities, bushwalks and wildlife spotting, including Morisset kangaroos. Heritage-listed buildings and villages contribute to its character.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Morisset - Cooranbong Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 88 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at 21,774 as of Aug 2026, following an increase of 3,645 people (20.1%) since the 2021 Census count of 18,129 people. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 21,067 as of June 2025 and 2,250 validated new addresses since the Census date. Population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally. The area is also noted for strong development activity and population drivers, a strong service amenity offering, a notable proportion of people aged 85 and over, an elevated healthcare employment base, pronounced construction employment, and above-average children per family.
The area features a high proportion of elderly residents and is known for its natural beauty, relaxed lifestyle and history. Set among forests and lakes, Morisset - Cooranbong offers waterfront activities, bushwalks and wildlife spotting, including Morisset kangaroos. Heritage-listed buildings and villages contribute to its character.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,601 in 2001 and 21,067 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 21,774 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 12.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.7%.
Morisset - Cooranbong ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for development activity and the 91st for population growth.
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 Morisset - Cooranbong is $618 a week, up 6.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.6%.
7% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $409 in 2017, $663 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Dora Street, Cooranbong NSW 2265 | $890,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 36 Dora Street, Dora Creek NSW 2264 | $700,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 55/8 Stockton Street, Morisset NSW 2264 | $670,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 12 Yellow Robin Lane, Cooranbong NSW 2265 | $1,325,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 94 Coorumbung Road, Dora Creek NSW 2264 | $890,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 211 Wyee Road, Wyee NSW 2259 | $630,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 132 Wilkinson Road, Martinsville NSW 2265 | $1,550,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 51 McCullough Street, Cooranbong NSW 2265 | $1,088,888 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Murdoch Way, Cooranbong NSW 2265 | $1,050,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 83 Avondale Road, Cooranbong NSW 2265 | $820,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 38 residential sales recorded since 19 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 38, houses and units together, was $1,013,000 (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 | $618 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $983k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $628k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,013,000 | Median of the 38 most recent residential sales, settled 19 Aug 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $663 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $409 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - West | $660 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - West, over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 655 tracked applications: 353 approved, 114 under assessment, 188 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 22 projects in Morisset - Cooranbong (6 under construction) and 35 more in the surrounding area.
A landmark large format retail (LFR) development spanning 9 hectares with 30,000sqm of gross lettable area. Strategically located near the M1 Motorway, it features major national tenants including Aldi, Hungry Jacks, Oporto, Starbucks, Pet Quarters, and Repco.
The Eraring Battery Energy Storage System is a grid-scale lithium-ion battery being built on Origin-owned land at the Eraring Power Station site, southwest of Lake Macquarie. The project is being delivered in two main batteries.
Cedar Mill is a proposed tourism, entertainment and events precinct on the former Morisset Country Club site in Lake Macquarie, NSW. The original 2022 approval covered a 30,000-capacity outdoor amphitheatre, cafes, tourist accommodation and an over-55s village.
Upgrade of the intersection to a new four-legged roundabout to improve safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians, reduce congestion, support public transport, and manage increased traffic volumes due to residential and commercial growth in Morisset, including access to the Cedar Mill entertainment venue.
The project replaces the existing roundabout at the Mandalong Road, Freemans Drive, Dora Street, and Wyee Road intersection with signalised traffic lights. It delivers additional through and turning lanes, raised medians, a shared user path, and two new bus stops on Dora Street to relieve congestion and support regional commercial growth.
Bawarramalang, the Morisset Community Hub, will combine versatile and adaptable community facilities, a new library, and commercial offerings in 4600 square metres of activated space to energise a new town square in Morisset. Lahznimmo Architects has completed a concept design to inform the project's business case.
Lake Macquarie City Council has engaged Metiri to plan and design an upgrade of the Fishery Point Road and Morisset Park Road intersection. The project is currently in the planning, investigations, and design stage, with a feasibility assessment identifying traffic signals as the most viable upgrade option.
Expansion and augmentation of the existing ash dam facility at the Eraring Power Station site. The project provides additional dry ash storage capacity and water management upgrades to support the continued, compliant operation of the power station through to its planned retirement and subsequent site rehabilitation.
Watagan Park is a 356 hectare master-planned residential community in Cooranbong by Johnson Property Group. The estate is planned to deliver more than 2,800 homes together with a major town centre anchored by Woolworths, specialty retail, apartments, parks, sporting facilities, schools, walking trails and supporting infrastructure.
The Wyee Local Centre Expansion is a proposed $46.3 million commercial precinct by Wyee Market Place Holdings located at 106 Wyee Road and 1496 Hue Hue Road, Wyee. The development plans incorporate a modern supermarket, approximately 12 specialty retail tenancies, commercial suites, and over 250 car parking spaces.
Watagan Park Central is a vibrant neighbourhood retail hub serving the Cooranbong area. Anchored by a 3,660 sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket, the centre features approximately 23 specialty stores including Bakers Delight and a pharmacy, a medical centre, and a 147 sqm civic town square.
Lake Macquarie City Council is upgrading and expanding Wyee Community Hall Reserve into a district-level park. The project includes land acquired at 122-124 Wyee Road, a new neighbourhood playground, replacement skate park, landscaping, paths, parking and recreation improvements.
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Estimated completion year of the 34 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 8, 2027 11, 2028 8, 2029 4, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 655 substantial development applications lodged in and around Morisset - Cooranbong over the past 5 years, 491 in the last 12 months; 114 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 10, 2022 53, 2023 38, 2024 41, 2025 40, 2026 (to Oct) 473.
Key application 101 Hawke Mount Road, Dora Creek Retail | $49m | 1 storey
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 655 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 491 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 20.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 392 | ABS building approvals | 97th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 353 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 114 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 include: Life & Home Bulky Goods Centre, Morisset (Construction); Cedar Mill Lake Macquarie (Planning); Mandalong Road Upgrade, Morisset (Planning); Bawarramalang, Morisset Community Hub (Planning); and Morisset Place Strategy (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Retail, and Tourism, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Morisset - Cooranbong higher than 94% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 area has seen 765 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Morisset - Cooranbong SA2's current population of 21,774 has been supported by 392 approvals on average over recent years.
The Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 has seen 20.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 60 people in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 392, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 has grown by approximately 3,469 people, while 1,961 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Morisset - Cooranbong lies within the top 9% 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 | 21,774 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +20.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 66 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 18,129 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 3,645 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +4.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 330.52 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 was estimated to be approximately 21,774 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 21,067 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The morisset - cooranbong sa2 has added approximately 3,645 people and shown a 20.11% increase from the 18,129 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is estimated at 66 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (91.4%), Overseas migration (8.6%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 91.4% of overall population gains.
Morisset - Cooranbong hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 81st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.5% | 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 | 46 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 at 45 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 46 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Morisset - Cooranbong is 2 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 85+ group, making up 4.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 10.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (4.2% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.1% of the population in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.3% of the population in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,910 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,459 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,378 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $660 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,778 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 29.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is approximately $60,541. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,910.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is approximately $72,827. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,459.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is approximately $60,541 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,910 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is approximately $72,827 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,459 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2's households (~28.7% / 1,922 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.7% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is $1,378/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is $1,778/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is $660/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $56,910 while the average income stands at $68,459. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,541 (median) and $72,827 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is $4,862 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The morisset - cooranbong sa2's disposable income is $4,862 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Morisset - Cooranbong lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 53.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,942 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 21,685 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,440 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 has approximately 8,942 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 stands at 5.3%, which is 1.1 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.0% of employment), construction (13.9%), and retail trade (9.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is 53.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The morisset - cooranbong sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.9% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The morisset - cooranbong sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Morisset - Cooranbong: university qualifications 18.2%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 969.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
18.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
39.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The morisset - cooranbong sa2 ranks in the 30th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 are: Certificate (31.7%), Bachelor Degree (12.1%), Advanced Diploma (10.4%).
25.5% of the population in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.1% in primary school, 6.3% in secondary school, 4.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is 969, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 8 schools within the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,985 students.
The morisset - cooranbong sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Morisset - Cooranbong has a typical household mix, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,696 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,042 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 69.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 had 6,696 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 20.1% to an estimated 8,042 households today.
The average household size in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 69.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.0%), group households (3.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,674 family households, couples with children account for 27.9% of all households, couples without children at home 29.7%, and single parent families 11.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 47.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.5% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 27.0% of all households in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.1% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Morisset - Cooranbong is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.0% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Morisset - Cooranbong was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.9% of its population born in Australia, 92.2% being citizens, and 95.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Morisset - Cooranbong was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.9% of people in Morisset - Cooranbong. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Morisset - Cooranbong are English, comprising 32.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Morisset - Cooranbong (vs 0.1% across Regional NSW), Maltese at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and Australian Aboriginal at 3.8% (vs 4.6%).
14.1% of the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
5.0% of the population in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.8% of the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.2% of the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Morisset - Cooranbong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.3% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.4% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $380 | 2021 Census, weekly | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 33.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, 40.3% of homes are owned outright, 35.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.4% of dwellings in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 are houses.
In the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, 2.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 stands at 40.3%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is $2,000, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is $1,109, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 33.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 33.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 27.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 consists of 84.4% detached houses, 11.1% semi-detached dwellings, 2.5% apartments, and 2.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Morisset - Cooranbong consumes approximately 18.6% of median household income ($5,967 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Morisset - Cooranbong show attached dwellings contributing 38% of approvals compared to 16% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 62% of applications versus 84% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Morisset - Cooranbong is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 58.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Around 51.7% of people in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, 9.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.4% of people in the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2, 51.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 45th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 174 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,147 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 124 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 88 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 23.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 174 public transport stops within the Morisset - Cooranbong SA2.
The Morisset - Cooranbong SA2 has 2,147 weekly trips across 88 routes, averaging 306 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 340 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.2 km away and the nearest school 1.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 174 stops nearby, 2,147 weekly trips, access rating 45 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 89th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 13.0 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 1,125 places in Morisset - Cooranbong, about 1.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Morisset - Cooranbong higher than 94% of real estate markets across the country.
Morisset - Cooranbong ranks in the 53rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Morisset - Cooranbong's sought-after property market has recorded 743 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 63% residential, 5% commercial and 32% vacant land transactions.
Morisset - Cooranbong lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Morisset - Cooranbong hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The labour market performance in Morisset - Cooranbong lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Education in Morisset - Cooranbong: university qualifications 18.2%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 969.
Morisset - Cooranbong has a typical household mix, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
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 is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Morisset - Cooranbong is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Morisset - Cooranbong has an estimated 21,774 residents, up 20.1% since the 2021 Census, with 22 projects tracked in Morisset - Cooranbong.
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 Morisset - Cooranbong.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households 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 (111021218). 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 (Oct 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Morisset - Cooranbong 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 Morisset - Cooranbong 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.
