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Niagara Park - Lisarow has an estimated 8,275 residents, up 0.9% since the 2021 Census, with 99 projects tracked in the area around Niagara Park - Lisarow.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Niagara Park - Lisarow Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 55 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is approximately 8,275 as of Aug 2026, compared with 8,205 people at the 2021 Census; this reflects minimal change based on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census. The area has a median age of 40 and limited population expansion. Its profile includes a notable proportion of people aged 15 to 24yo, strong representation of mortgage holders, an elevated healthcare employment base and above-average household size, alongside a pronounced 45 to 54yo cohort.
The area combines green parks and serene landscapes with everyday amenities, including sports facilities, quality schools and shopping centres. Its tranquil setting and strong community character support a family-friendly environment with access to services and urban conveniences.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Niagara Park - Lisarow Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 55 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is approximately 8,275 as of Aug 2026, compared with 8,205 people at the 2021 Census; this reflects minimal change based on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census. The area has a median age of 40 and limited population expansion. Its profile includes a notable proportion of people aged 15 to 24yo, strong representation of mortgage holders, an elevated healthcare employment base and above-average household size, alongside a pronounced 45 to 54yo cohort.
The area combines green parks and serene landscapes with everyday amenities, including sports facilities, quality schools and shopping centres. Its tranquil setting and strong community character support a family-friendly environment with access to services and urban conveniences.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,341 in 2001 and 8,264 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,275 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 13.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.7%.
Niagara Park - Lisarow ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 63rd for income.
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 Niagara Park - Lisarow is $691 a week, up 8.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.1%.
12% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $486 in 2017, $734 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $380 in 2017, $654 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27/883 Pacific Highway, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $720,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 84 Woodview Avenue, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $1,300,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 58 Taylor Road, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $2,100,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Barkala Street, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $915,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 27 Donna Close, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $1,390,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Crestview Place, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $1,050,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 110/882 Pacific Highway, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $520,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 18 Cristina Avenue, Niagara Park NSW 2250 | $1,675,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 25 Pemberton Boulevard, Lisarow NSW 2250 | $1,400,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 54 Alan Street, Niagara Park NSW 2250 | $925,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 47 residential sales recorded since 12 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 47, houses and units together, was $1,235,000 (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 | $691 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.24m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $795k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,235,000 | Median of the 47 most recent residential sales, settled 12 Jun 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $734 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $654 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +11.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Gosford | $677 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gosford, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 73 tracked applications: 24 approved, 26 under assessment, 23 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 99 projects in and around Niagara Park - Lisarow, 17 of them under construction.
The Wyoming Shopping Village Upgrade involves the extension and refurbishment of the existing neighbourhood shopping centre. The project is anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket and focuses on enhancing the tenancy mix with health, beauty, food, and beverage services.
Small residential subdivision on Deane Street in Narara providing new house and land lots within walking distance of Narara Valley High School and Narara railway station. Civil works and home construction are progressing with multiple builders marketing packages to first home buyers and local upgraders.
Development Application DA/1244/2025 lodged with Central Coast Council by Amplitel Pty Ltd for the construction of a new telecommunications facility and mobile base station at 172 Glennie Street, Wyoming.
Narara Ecovillage is a 64-hectare community title eco-housing development on the former Gosford horticultural research station. The sustainable community features a solar microgrid and battery, and is planned for ~150 low impact homes with shared facilities, food growing spaces, and integrated energy/water infrastructure. Stage 1 is complete.
Narara Community Centre is an existing council-owned community facility at 2-12 Pandala Road, Narara, operated for community service programs and local activities.
The Central Coast Local Roads Package is a $40 million Australian Government-funded infrastructure program delivered by Central Coast Council. It comprises 46 individual road improvement projects across the Central Coast, including 45 road pavement upgrades and one road and drainage upgrade on Davistown Road at Saratoga.
The North Gosford Mixed-Use Precinct is a multi-building residential, commercial, and healthcare development situated on Dwyer Street and Mann Street near Gosford Hospital. The project delivers 124 residential apartments across 6-8 storeys, specialist medical suites, ground-floor retail, and secure basement car parking.
Development application for the replacement of retaining walls ancillary to the existing Henry Kendall Gardens retirement village. The application is an amended version of a previous proposal.
The NSW State Government is investing $40 million towards continued planning and design of the bypass of Gosford along the Pacific Highway and Manns Road corridor. The Gosford Bypass project consists of a program of work that is intended to be developed and delivered in stages over time to support improved transport outcomes along the corridor.
Development proposal for the demolition of existing structures and construction of a multi-room co-living residential development to expand diverse and accessible housing options in North Gosford.
The proposed 4.7 km upgrade of the Pacific Highway and Manns Road between Narara Creek Road, Narara and Parsons Road, Lisarow includes two lanes in each direction, new bridges over Narara Creek and the railway line, improved pedestrian and cycle paths, and improved bus stop facilities.
The 321-331 Mann Street project in Gosford is a multi-storey mixed-use residential apartment and commercial development situated near Gosford Railway Station. The building delivers 80 residential apartments, ground-floor retail and commercial suites, communal rooftop amenities, and basement car parking.
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Estimated completion year of the 45 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 13, 2027 12, 2028 14, 2029 1, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 25 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 73 substantial development applications lodged in and around Niagara Park - Lisarow over the past 5 years, 55 in the last 12 months; 26 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 5, 2023 8, 2024 4, 2025 1, 2026 (to Nov) 54.
Key application 15 Sunny Bank Road, Lisarow Commercial | $35m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 73 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 19th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 include: Wyoming Shopping Village Upgrade (Planning); Narara District Master Plan (Planning); Narara Valley Estate (Construction); Wyoming Telecommunications Mobile Base Station (Dev. Application); and Narara Ecovillage (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 38th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Niagara Park - Lisarow is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 area has seen 9 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2's current population of 8,275 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
The Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 has seen 1.2 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 2656 people in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 10, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 has grown by approximately 29 people, while 50 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Niagara Park - Lisarow is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,275 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 495 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,205 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 70 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 16.73 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 was estimated to be approximately 8,275 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,264 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The niagara park - lisarow sa2 has added approximately 70 people and shown a 0.85% increase from the 8,205 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is estimated at 495 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (81.0%), Natural increase (19.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 81.0% of overall population gains.
Niagara Park - Lisarow's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.3% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Niagara Park - Lisarow is 3 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 12.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.2% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.3% of the population in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.5% of the population in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,557 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,430 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,987 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $798 | 2021 Census, weekly | 49th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,287 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is approximately $63,357. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,557.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is approximately $79,179. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,430.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is approximately $63,357 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,557 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is approximately $79,179 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,430 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2's households (~33.7% / 945 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.7% 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 Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is $1,987/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is $2,287/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is $798/wk.
The Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $59,557 and an average of $74,430 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is higher than average nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,357 (median) and $79,179 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is $7,293 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The niagara park - lisarow sa2's disposable income is $7,293 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Niagara Park - Lisarow places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,445 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,593 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,548 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 has approximately 4,445 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. 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 Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 stands at 2.3%, which is 1.9 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 Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.9% of employment), retail trade (11.1%), and construction (10.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Niagara Park - Lisarow 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 Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is 69.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The niagara park - lisarow sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 17.9% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The niagara park - lisarow 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 experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Niagara Park - Lisarow ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.1% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
23.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
36.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The niagara park - lisarow sa2 ranks in the 58th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 are: Certificate (28.1%), Bachelor Degree (16.4%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
30.5% of the population in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.3% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is 1022, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,779 students.
The niagara park - lisarow sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Niagara Park - Lisarow 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 | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 40.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,804 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,828 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 had 2,804 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 2,828 households today.
The average household size in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.5%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,221 family households, couples with children account for 40.5% of all households, couples without children at home 25.1%, and single parent families 12.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.2% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Niagara Park - Lisarow 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 49.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.4% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 18.5% of all households in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, similar to 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 2.2% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Niagara Park - Lisarow ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.8% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Niagara Park - Lisarow was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.9% of its population born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 92.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Niagara Park - Lisarow was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.1% of people in Niagara Park - Lisarow. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Niagara Park - Lisarow are English, comprising 31.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 29.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 8.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Niagara Park - Lisarow (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), Korean at 0.4% (vs 1.1%) and South African at 0.5% (vs 0.5%).
17.1% of the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
7.2% of the population in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.6% of the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
92.6% of the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Niagara Park - Lisarow 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 | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.5% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 49.3% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $425 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, 32.8% of homes are owned outright, 49.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 18.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.5% of dwellings in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 are houses.
In the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, 0.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 stands at 32.8%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is $2,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is $1,317, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 consists of 84.5% detached houses, 14.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Niagara Park - Lisarow consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($8,604 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Health performance in Niagara Park - Lisarow is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 65.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
Around 54.1% of people in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, 6.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.6% of people in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2, 54.1% 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 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 | 55 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 55th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 63 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,406 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 131 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 48 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 33.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 63 public transport stops within the Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2.
The Niagara Park - Lisarow SA2 has 1,406 weekly trips across 48 routes, averaging 200 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 280 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 600 m away and the nearest school 678 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 63 stops nearby, 1,406 weekly trips, access rating 55 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 41st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 600 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 678 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 914 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 923 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.7 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 4 long day care centres with 287 places in Niagara Park - Lisarow, about 1.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Niagara Park - Lisarow is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Niagara Park - Lisarow has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 38th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Niagara Park - Lisarow's resilient property market has recorded 134 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 92% residential, 4% commercial and 4% vacant land transactions.
Niagara Park - Lisarow is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Niagara Park - Lisarow's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Niagara Park - Lisarow places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Niagara Park - Lisarow ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Niagara Park - Lisarow 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.
Niagara Park - Lisarow ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Niagara Park - Lisarow is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Niagara Park - Lisarow is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across 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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Niagara Park - Lisarow has an estimated 8,275 residents, up 0.9% since the 2021 Census, with 99 projects tracked in the area around Niagara Park - Lisarow.
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 Niagara Park - Lisarow.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (102011036). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Niagara Park - Lisarow 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 Niagara Park - Lisarow 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.
