North Parramatta
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in North Parramatta are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

North Parramatta's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 23,644. This figure represents an increase of 766 people, a 3.3% rise since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 22,878. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 23,626 in June 2024 and an additional 68 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,349 persons per square kilometer, placing North Parramatta in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 83.1% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase is forecast for North Parramatta, which is expected to rise by 7,202 persons by 2041. This would represent a total gain of 30.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in North Parramatta, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

North Parramatta granted approval for approximately 43 residential properties annually. Between fiscal year 2021 (FY-21) and FY-25, around 217 homes were approved, with another 36 approved in FY-26 so far. Despite a falling population during this period, development activity has been adequate relative to the population decrease, benefiting buyers.

The average construction cost value of new dwellings is $546,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totaled $97.6 million, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, North Parramatta has significantly less development activity, 75.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. However, construction activity has intensified recently, though it remains under the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New development in North Parramatta consists of 30.0% detached houses and 70.0% attached dwellings, indicating a trend towards denser development that appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

With around 407 people per dwelling approval, the area shows a developed market. By 2041, North Parramatta is expected to grow by approximately 7,184 residents. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

North Parramatta has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 74 projects likely to impact the area. Notable ones include Cosmopolitan by Deicorp Parramatta, Riverside Theatres Redevelopment, Parramatta North Urban Renewal Precinct, and Powerhouse Parramatta. Relevant projects are listed below.

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Employment performance in North Parramatta has been broadly consistent with national averages

North Parramatta has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.3% over the past year.

As of June 2025, there are 15,694 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, which is 0.3% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in North Parramatta is 62.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The key industries employing residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.

Construction employment has limited presence at 5.5% compared to the regional rate of 8.6%. Many North Parramatta residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.3%, labour force increased by 3.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data from Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs) with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, favourable compared to the national rate of 4.5%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to North Parramatta's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

North Parramatta's median income among taxpayers was $55,621 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $68,715 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 10.6% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $61,517 (median) and $75,999 (average). According to census data, personal income ranks at the 73rd percentile ($944 weekly), while household income sits at the 57th percentile. Income distribution shows that 35.9% of individuals in North Parramatta earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week (8,488 individuals). High housing costs consume 19.8% of income, but strong earnings still place disposable income at the 53rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

North Parramatta features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

North Parramatta's dwellings, as per the latest Census, comprised 17.1% houses and 82.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 36.4% houses and 63.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in North Parramatta was at 14.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 24.3% and rented ones at 61.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,080, compared to Sydney metro's $2,167. Median weekly rent in North Parramatta was $410, slightly higher than Sydney metro's $420. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,080 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $410 compared to the national figure of $375.

North Parramatta features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 62.8% of all households, including 28.8% couples with children, 22.3% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 37.2%, with lone person households at 31.2% and group households making up 6.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in North Parramatta places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

North Parramatta has a higher proportion of university-qualified residents aged 15 and above compared to national and state averages. Specifically, 50.3% of residents hold such qualifications, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This is largely due to bachelor degrees (30.9%), postgraduate qualifications (16.7%), and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational pathways account for 22.9%, with advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 12.3%.

Educational participation in the area is high, with 31.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (9.0%), tertiary education (8.3%), and secondary education (5.8%). As of a specific date, 11 schools serve 8,035 students in North Parramatta. The area has six primary, two secondary, and three K-12 schools, functioning as an education hub with 34 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 18. This attracts students from surrounding communities.

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

The analysis of public transport in North Parramatta shows that there are 113 active transport stops currently operating. These consist of a mix of light rail and bus services. There are 78 individual routes serving these stops, collectively providing 6,891 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as excellent with residents typically located just 122 meters from the nearest transport stop. The service frequency averages 984 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 60 weekly trips per individual stop.

North Parramatta's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes in North Parramatta show excellent results, particularly among younger age groups with a low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 54% (~12,696 individuals) have private health cover. The most prevalent medical issues are mental health concerns (affecting 6.9% of residents) and asthma (5.5%), while 77.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 79.0%, report no medical ailments. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 12.8% (3,033 people), who may require additional attention.

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

North Parramatta has a high level of cultural diversity, with 57.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 57.1% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in North Parramatta, making up 40.6% of people. Hinduism, however, is significantly lower than the Greater Sydney average at 16.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (22.9%), Indian (12.9%, notably lower than the regional average), and English (12.2%). There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Lebanese (4.4% vs regional 3.5%), Korean (2.0% vs 1.5%), and Filipino (3.4% vs 2.4%) are overrepresented in North Parramatta.

North Parramatta's population is younger than the national pattern

North Parramatta's median age of 35 years is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 and the national average of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 years shows strong representation at 21.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 5-14 age group is less prevalent at 9.1%. This concentration of the 25-34 age group is well above the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, the population of North Parramatta has seen changes in various age groups: the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 6.3% to 7.6%, while the 5-14 age cohort has declined from 10.5% to 9.1%. Additionally, the 35 to 44 age group has decreased from 20.3% to 19.1%. Population forecasts for North Parramatta indicate significant demographic changes by the year 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow exceptionally, increasing from 900 people in 2021 to 1,978 people in 2041, a rise of 1,077 people or 120%.