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Oberon has an estimated 4,873 residents, up 0.8% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Oberon.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Oberon Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 128 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Oberon's population is around 4,873 as of Aug 2026. This reflects minimal change since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,834 people. AreaSearch's review of the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs and of new addresses added since the Census reveals no significant movements. The area stands out for strong outright home ownership, above-average children per family, a notable manufacturing employment base, an elevated presence of residents aged 75 to 84, a low average household size and pronounced agricultural employment.
Residents include a high proportion of older Australians, largely couples without children. The area is typically associated with lower education levels, and in terms of population growth it shows moderate expansion patterns. Its rolling hills, forests and farmland support outdoor pursuits such as bushwalking, fishing and horseback riding.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Oberon Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 128 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Oberon's population is around 4,873 as of Aug 2026. This reflects minimal change since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,834 people. AreaSearch's review of the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs and of new addresses added since the Census reveals no significant movements. The area stands out for strong outright home ownership, above-average children per family, a notable manufacturing employment base, an elevated presence of residents aged 75 to 84, a low average household size and pronounced agricultural employment.
Residents include a high proportion of older Australians, largely couples without children. The area is typically associated with lower education levels, and in terms of population growth it shows moderate expansion patterns. Its rolling hills, forests and farmland support outdoor pursuits such as bushwalking, fishing and horseback riding.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,710 in 2001 and 4,864 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,873 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 14.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.4%.
Oberon ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 68th for infrastructure drivers.
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 Oberon is $438 a week, up 3.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 24% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.2%.
24% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $319 in 2017, $459 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $248 in 2017, $302 in 2022. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 Rutters Ridge, Oberon NSW 2787 | $320,000 | 27 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Fairfax Street, Oberon NSW 2787 | $660,000 | 26 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 68 Humphries Drive, Oberon NSW 2787 | $510,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 125 Curtis Street, Oberon NSW 2787 | $740,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 101 North Street, Oberon NSW 2787 | $435,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 771 Greywacke Road, Twenty Forests NSW 2795 | $340,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Oberon Street, Oberon NSW 2787 | $680,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Cole Crescent, Oberon NSW 2787 | $550,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Dart Street, Oberon NSW 2787 | $360,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Wilson Drive, Oberon NSW 2787 | $1,100,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 36 residential sales recorded since 31 Mar 2026 (the latest settled 27 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 36, houses and units together, was $501,500 (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 | $438 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $510k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $488k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $501,500 | Median of the 36 most recent residential sales, settled 31 Mar 2026 to 27 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $459 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Bathurst | $535 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bathurst, over 12 months | +10.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central West | $514 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central West, over 12 months | +6.3% | 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 133 tracked applications: 13 approved, 31 under assessment, 89 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 55 projects in and around Oberon, 13 of them under construction.
Final stage of a rural residential subdivision offering large lots approximately 2 ha each near Oberon township, with sealed road access, full fencing, and three-phase power. Lots are currently available for sale, priced from $470,000 to $495,000.
The Paling Yards Wind Farm is a proposed 290-megawatt wind farm consisting of 47 turbines with a maximum tip height of 240 metres. It will connect to the Mount Piper to Bannaby 500-kilovolt transmission line via a new terminal station located approximately eight kilometres north-east of the project site.
The Central West Pumped Hydro Project is a 325 MW energy storage facility located in Yetholme, between Bathurst and Lithgow. The project features an eight-hour storage capacity (2,600 MWh) and a 3-gigalitre reservoir. It is designed to store surplus renewable energy and discharge it during peak demand to support the National Electricity Market.
A 200 MW wind generation project with up to 20 turbines and a 100 MW / 600 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS), capable of powering approximately 115,000 homes annually.
Edify Energy is developing the Brewongle Solar Farm with a capacity of up to 90 MW AC and an integrated 90 MW / 180 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). The State Significant Development project includes photovoltaic arrays, internal access tracks, substation, and battery facilities generating approximately 215,000 MWh of clean energy annually.
McKanes Bridge is a heritage-listed McDonald type timber truss bridge, 55 m long, 5.5 m wide, with two 90' (27.43 m) spans, supported by masonry abutments and a central concrete pier (replaced 1987). It is the longest span McDonald truss surviving in NSW, listed on State Heritage Register (SHR 01473), and significant for transport and technology themes.
A proposed pumped hydro energy storage and generation project near Lithgow, NSW, using Lake Lyell as the lower reservoir with a new upper reservoir, underground generation infrastructure and a grid connection.
The Yetholme Village Plan will act as a guide for future planning and development for the community. This plan identifies the preferred future, opportunities and challenges, and aligns with Bathurst 2036 Community Strategic Plan through its strategies and objectives which have been developed in consultation with the Yetholme community.
Residential subdivision in South Bowenfels. Hynash constructed Stage 3 comprising 10 lots with roads, kerb and gutter, signage, and installation of utilities. Works for Stage 3 commenced January 2016 and were completed by early December 2016.
Treeview Estates offers a village atmosphere nestled in the beautiful Blue Mountains, with 16 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, views of preserved wetlands and rolling hills, modern facilities including a Lifestyle Centre, on-site caf', hairdresser and salon, and proximity to health and medical facilities, golf club, and the Seven Valleys region for…
Hillcrest Estate is a multi-stage residential master-planned subdivision located off the Great Western Highway in Bowenfels, Lithgow. Developed by TPEC Enterprises, the project delivers fully serviced residential land lots ranging between 809 sqm and 1,446 sqm, with provisions for single dwellings and DA-approved duplex sites.
Council-owned land subdivision into 47 residential allotments developed in 2 construction stages. The project includes new roads, supporting infrastructure, and bulk earthworks to create housing opportunities in the growing Bowenfels area.
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Estimated completion year of the 30 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 5, 2027 10, 2028 3, 2029 3, 2030 4, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 133 substantial development applications lodged in and around Oberon over the past 5 years, 97 in the last 12 months; 31 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 4, 2023 9, 2024 15, 2025 8, 2026 (to Nov) 96.
Key application 31 Endeavour Street, Oberon Commercial | $12m Withdrawn/Lapsed
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 133 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 97 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 60th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 23 | ABS building approvals | 35th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 31 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Oberon SA2 include: Bracken Estate, Oberon (Dev. Approval); Mount Lambie Wind Farm (Planning); Lake Lyell Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (Under Assessment); Lithgow Council Subdivision 47 Allotments (Approved); and Great Western Highway Upgrade - Katoomba to Lithgow (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Oberon SA2 spans multiple sectors including Energy, Transport & Logistics, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the Oberon SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Oberon compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Oberon SA2 area has seen 37 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Oberon SA2's current population of 4,873 has been supported by 23 approvals on average over recent years.
The Oberon SA2 has seen 4.8 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 272 people in the Oberon SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Oberon SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 23, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Oberon SA2 has grown by approximately 39 people, while 116 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.3 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Oberon reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,873 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,834 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 39 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2,972.38 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Oberon SA2 was estimated to be approximately 4,873 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,864 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The oberon sa2 has added approximately 39 people and shown a 0.81% increase from the 4,834 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Oberon SA2 is estimated at 1 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Oberon SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Oberon SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Oberon hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.3% | 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 | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Oberon SA2 at 48 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Oberon is 5 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Oberon SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 10.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Oberon SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Oberon SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.5% of the population in the Oberon SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 27.8% of the population in the Oberon 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) | $56,977 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $66,414 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,381 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $735 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,751 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 30.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Oberon SA2 is approximately $60,612. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,977.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Oberon SA2 is approximately $70,651. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $66,414.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Oberon SA2 is approximately $60,612 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,977 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Oberon SA2 is approximately $70,651 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,414 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Oberon SA2's households (~31.4% / 564 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Oberon SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.4% 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 Oberon SA2 is $1,381/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Oberon SA2 is $1,751/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Oberon SA2 is $735/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Oberon SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $56,977 with the average level standing at $66,414. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $55,733 and $69,112 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,612 (median) and $70,651 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Oberon SA2 is $5,221 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The oberon sa2's disposable income is $5,221 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Oberon well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,549 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,677 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,613 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Oberon SA2 has approximately 2,549 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Oberon SA2 stands at 2.4%, which is 1.7 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Oberon SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are manufacturing (19.5% of employment), agriculture, forestry & fishing (16.0%), and health care & social assistance (10.2%). Other significant employers include construction and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Oberon 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 Oberon SA2 is 64.4%, 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 Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The oberon sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 19.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.8% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.4, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The oberon sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 11.8% growth, ranking 6th out of 37 regions nationally.
Skilled workers will find selective opportunities in the Oberon SA2, with knowledge-based sectors representing 22.4% of local jobs. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (10.2%), education & training (6.7%), and professional & technical (3.8%).
Oberon faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
16.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Oberon SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
40.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Oberon SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The oberon sa2 ranks in the 24th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Oberon SA2 are: Certificate (33.6%), Bachelor Degree (12.0%), Advanced Diploma (9.3%).
30.4% of the population in the Oberon SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.6% in primary school, 8.6% in secondary school, 2.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Oberon SA2 is 951, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Oberon SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 530 students.
The oberon sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Oberon features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,795 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,809 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.7% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Oberon SA2 had 1,795 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 1,809 households today.
The average household size in the Oberon SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.7%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,197 family households, couples with children account for 21.9% of all households, couples without children at home 33.1%, and single parent families 11.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Oberon SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Oberon SA2 have an average of 2.1 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 46.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.5% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 30.7% of all households in the Oberon 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 2.5% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Oberon 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 | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.0% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 82.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Oberon was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.4% of its population being citizens, 87.4% born in Australia, and 94.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Oberon was found to be Christianity, which makes up 65.8% of people in Oberon. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Oberon are English, comprising 31.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.4% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 3.5% of Oberon (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Maltese at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
12.6% of the Oberon SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
6.0% of the population in the Oberon SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.5% of the Oberon SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
82.4% of the Oberon SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Oberon 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 | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 44.9% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 93.5% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $280 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Oberon SA2, 44.9% of homes are owned outright, 31.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.5% of dwellings in the Oberon SA2 are houses.
In the Oberon SA2, 1.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Oberon SA2 stands at 44.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Oberon SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Oberon SA2 is $763, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Oberon SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Oberon SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Oberon SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.3% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 20.3% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Oberon SA2 consists of 93.5% detached houses, 4.6% semi-detached dwellings, 1.5% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Oberon consumes approximately 12.8% of median household income ($5,980 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Oberon show attached dwellings contributing 11% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 89% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Oberon is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.7% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
Around 50.4% of people in the Oberon SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Oberon SA2, 5.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.5% of people in the Oberon SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.5% of the Oberon SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the Oberon SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Oberon SA2, 50.4% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 35 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 35th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 167 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 240 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 29 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 21 | 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 | 13.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 167 public transport stops within the Oberon SA2.
The Oberon SA2 has 240 weekly trips across 21 routes, averaging 34 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 305 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 5.0 km away and the nearest child care centre 7.6 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 167 stops nearby, 240 weekly trips, access rating 35 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 26 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 26th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 5.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 8.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 36.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 38.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 38.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 38.8 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 is 1 long day care centre with 77 places in Oberon, about 3.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Oberon compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Oberon has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 32% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Oberon's affordable property market has recorded 131 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 70% residential, 15% commercial and 15% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Oberon reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Oberon hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch analysis places Oberon well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Oberon faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Oberon features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
Oberon is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Oberon is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Oberon is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low 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.
Oberon has an estimated 4,873 residents, up 0.8% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Oberon.
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 Oberon.
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 Nov 2025. 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 (103011061). 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 (Nov 2025) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Oberon 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 Oberon 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.
