Area profile · Rest of NSW
Orange Surrounds has an estimated 12,288 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 106 projects tracked in the area around Orange Surrounds.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 222 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD, the Orange Surrounds Statistical Area (Lv2) is widely recognised for its picturesque landscape and rich agricultural land, creating a serene and charming ambiance. Renowned for a thriving food and wine industry featuring numerous vineyards, orchards, and gourmet dining options, the region also hosts a vibrant arts and cultural scene with various galleries, museums, and events, alongside breathtaking parks and gardens showcasing scenic flora and fauna. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the area's population at approximately 12,288. This marks an expansion of 458 people (3.9%) from the 11,830 recorded at the 2021 Census, a trajectory derived from an estimated resident population (ERP) of 12,138 from the ABS as of June 2025 and 509 validated new addresses registered since the Census date.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,469 in 2001 and 12,138 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,288 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.3%.
Orange Surrounds ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 62nd for health.
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 Orange Surrounds is $456 a week, up 5.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 21% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.5%.
21% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $282 in 2017, $484 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 Edward Street, Molong NSW 2866 | $700,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Molong Street, Molong NSW 2866 | $310,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 133 Edward Street, Molong NSW 2866 | $430,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 31 Edward Street, Molong NSW 2866 | $250,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2653 Cargo Road, Cargo NSW 2800 | $1,650,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1249 Kangaroobie Road, Belgravia NSW 2800 | $900,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 112 Spurway Lane, Canobolas NSW 2800 | $1,940,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 69 Sweetheart Drive, Orange NSW 2800 | $1,150,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Betts Street, Molong NSW 2866 | $55,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Norman Lane, Molong NSW 2866 | $445,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 36 residential sales recorded since 29 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 36, houses and units together, was $810,000 (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 | $456 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $700k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $810,000 | Median of the 36 most recent residential sales, settled 29 Jun 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $484 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Orange | $548 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Orange, over 12 months | +4.8% | 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 275 tracked applications: 113 approved, 40 under assessment, 122 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 106 projects in and around Orange Surrounds, 29 of them under construction.
Alchemy Orange is an exclusive masterplanned community designed around 40,000sqm of landscaped parkland, featuring a spring-fed lake and…
A rolling program of safety and capacity improvements along approximately 50 kilometres of the Mitchell Highway between Bathurst and Orange.
RES Australia is proposing the Kerrs Creek Wind Farm between the communities of Kerrs Creek and Euchareena within the Dubbo and Cabonne…
A $34.7 million co-living seniors housing development comprising 82 rooms across four buildings (two single-storey and two two-storey).
Future residential and mixed-use development area identified in Orange's northern corridor as part of the city's comprehensive housing…
Major residential development area providing approximately 300 new homes in Orange's western corridor.
A completed neighbourhood shopping centre featuring a Woolworths supermarket and 14 specialty stores including dining, retail, and services.
Approved redevelopment of the former Orange Base Hospital site comprising a six-storey residential building with 60 apartments, 16…
Large-scale rural-residential estate on the former Orange Abattoir site and adjoining farmland north of Orange CBD.
A long-term revitalisation program for the Orange Central Business District, developed by Orange City Council and urban designers SJB.
New state-of-the-art headquarters for NSW Department of Primary Industries in the Ian Armstrong Building, consolidating multiple government…
Modernisation and expansion of public parking facilities in Orange CBD area, improving accessibility and capacity for the growing city…
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Estimated completion year of the 55 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 7, 2026 11, 2027 16, 2028 5, 2029 6, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 25 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 275 substantial development applications lodged in and around Orange Surrounds over the past 5 years, 191 in the last 12 months; 40 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 12, 2022 25, 2023 23, 2024 13, 2025 12, 2026 (to Oct) 190.
Key application 18 Dederang Street, Manildra Commercial | $6.7m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 275 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 191 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 75 | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 113 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 40 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Orange Surrounds SA2 include: Bingara Gardens Seniors Housing (Approved); Alchemy Orange (Construction); 103 Prince Street Development (Approved); Rosedale Gardens Estate (Approved); and Orange FutureCity CBD Redevelopment (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Orange Surrounds SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the Orange Surrounds SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Orange Surrounds when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Orange Surrounds SA2 area has seen 153 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Orange Surrounds SA2's current population of 12,288 has been supported by 75 approvals on average over recent years.
The Orange Surrounds SA2 has seen 6.3 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 164 people in the Orange Surrounds SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Orange Surrounds SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 75, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Orange Surrounds SA2 has grown by approximately 308 people, while 374 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.8 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 Orange Surrounds reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,288 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | 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 | 11,830 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 458 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4,480.10 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Orange Surrounds SA2 was estimated to be approximately 12,288 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,138 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The orange surrounds sa2 has added approximately 458 people and shown a 3.87% increase from the 11,830 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is estimated at 2 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Orange Surrounds SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (44.1%), Overseas migration (31.3%), Interstate migration (24.6%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 44.1% of overall population gains.
Orange Surrounds's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.8% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Orange Surrounds SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Orange Surrounds is equal to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Orange Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Orange Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Orange Surrounds SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.9% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.8% of the population in the Orange Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.0% of the population in the Orange Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,270 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $72,180 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,799 | 2021 Census, weekly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $855 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,185 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is approximately $61,988. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,270.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is approximately $76,785. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $72,180.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is approximately $61,988 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,270 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is approximately $76,785 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,180 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Orange Surrounds SA2's households (~31.3% / 1,300 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.3% 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 Orange Surrounds SA2 is $1,799/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is $2,185/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is $855/wk.
The Orange Surrounds SA2's income level is approximately average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Orange Surrounds SA2's median income among taxpayers is $58,270 and the average income stands at $72,180, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,988 (median) and $76,785 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is $6,923 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The orange surrounds sa2's disposable income is $6,923 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Orange Surrounds performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,040 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,559 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,155 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Orange Surrounds SA2 has approximately 7,040 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.6%. 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 Orange Surrounds SA2 stands at 1.6%, which is 2.5 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 Orange Surrounds SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (15.0% of employment), health care & social assistance (14.0%), and construction (9.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Orange Surrounds 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 Orange Surrounds SA2 is 73.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The orange surrounds sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 15.0% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.8, 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 orange surrounds 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 11.8% growth, ranking 6th out of 37 regions nationally.
Orange Surrounds shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
23.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Orange Surrounds SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
36.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Orange Surrounds SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The orange surrounds sa2 ranks in the 41th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Orange Surrounds SA2 are: Certificate (29.7%), Bachelor Degree (16.5%), Advanced Diploma (10.6%).
31.3% of the population in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.5% in primary school, 9.7% in secondary school, 2.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is 975, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 14 schools within the Orange Surrounds SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,240 students.
The orange surrounds sa2 includes 13 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Orange Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.2% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,158 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,319 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Orange Surrounds SA2 had 4,158 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.9% to an estimated 4,319 households today.
The average household size in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.4%), group households (1.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,222 family households, couples with children account for 35.2% of all households, couples without children at home 34.1%, and single parent families 7.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Orange Surrounds SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.5% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 21.4% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Orange Surrounds SA2 have an average of 2.0 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 57.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.8% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 21.4% of all households in the Orange Surrounds SA2, notably lower than 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 1.1% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Orange Surrounds placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.5% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
Orange Surrounds was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 92.0% of its population being citizens, 93.5% born in Australia, and 97.9% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Orange Surrounds was found to be Christianity, which makes up 69.1% of people in Orange Surrounds. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Orange Surrounds are Australian, comprising 35.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional NSW's 30.0%, English, comprising 31.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 8.3% of Orange Surrounds (vs 8.0% across Regional NSW), Australian Aboriginal at 3.1% (vs 4.6%) and Maltese at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).
6.5% of the Orange Surrounds SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.1% of the population in the Orange Surrounds SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.1% of the Orange Surrounds SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.0% of the Orange Surrounds SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Orange Surrounds 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 | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 45.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 93.8% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,773 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.2% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $260 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 14.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Orange Surrounds SA2, 45.6% of homes are owned outright, 40.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.8% of dwellings in the Orange Surrounds SA2 are houses.
In the Orange Surrounds SA2, 1.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Orange Surrounds SA2 stands at 45.6%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is $1,773, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is $872, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Orange Surrounds SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 22.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 14.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Orange Surrounds SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Orange Surrounds SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 22.7% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 14.5% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Orange Surrounds SA2 consists of 93.8% detached houses, 1.0% semi-detached dwellings, 1.0% apartments, and 4.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Orange Surrounds consumes approximately 11.2% of median household income ($7,790 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Orange Surrounds show attached dwellings contributing 8% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 92% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
The level of general health in Orange Surrounds is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 48th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.6% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 53.3% of people in the Orange Surrounds SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Orange Surrounds SA2, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.2% of people in the Orange Surrounds SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the Orange Surrounds SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.0% of people in the Orange Surrounds SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Orange Surrounds SA2, 53.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 41st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 655 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 99th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 842 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 94 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 18.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 655 public transport stops within the Orange Surrounds SA2.
The Orange Surrounds SA2 has 842 weekly trips across 94 routes, averaging 120 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 224 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 4.3 km away and the nearest child care centre 5.6 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 655 stops nearby, 842 weekly trips, access rating 41 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 32 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 8.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 9.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 9.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 12.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 12.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 21.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 21.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 22.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 22.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Orange Surrounds when compared nationally.
Orange Surrounds has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Orange Surrounds's affordable property market has recorded 320 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 63% residential, 13% commercial and 24% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Orange Surrounds reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Orange Surrounds's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Orange Surrounds performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Orange Surrounds shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Orange Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Orange Surrounds placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Orange Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Orange Surrounds is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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.
Orange Surrounds has an estimated 12,288 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 106 projects tracked in the area around Orange Surrounds.
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 Orange Surrounds.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (103041079). 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 (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Orange Surrounds 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 Orange Surrounds 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.