Quakers Hill

Population growth drivers in Quakers Hill are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Quakers Hill's population, as of February 2026, is approximately 26,758. This figure represents an increase of 2,088 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 24,670. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 25,952 in June 2024 and an additional 197 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,443 persons per square kilometer, placing Quakers Hill in the upper quartile compared to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 8.5% since the 2021 census exceeds the state average of 7.8%, indicating it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 60.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

AreaSearch uses 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. Future population trends indicate a slight increase below the national median statistical area average. By 2041, based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Quakers Hill is expected to increase by approximately 3,160 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 8.8% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Quakers Hill when compared nationally

Quakers Hill has received around 96 dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling 482 homes. As of FY26, 28 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2.8 new residents per year have been associated with each dwelling approved between FY21 and FY25. The average construction cost value for new homes is $204,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

In FY26, commercial approvals totalling $3.8 million have been registered, indicating limited commercial development focus. Compared to Greater Sydney, Quakers Hill has significantly less development activity, at 84.0% below the regional average per person. The scarcity of new properties typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Recent construction comprises 63.0% detached dwellings and 37.0% townhouses or apartments, offering a mix of housing options across different price points.

With around 552 people per approval, Quakers Hill indicates a mature, established area. By 2041, the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate projects an increase of 2,354 residents in Quakers Hill. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Quakers Hill has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Akuna Vista, Sultonesi Estate, Nirimba Education Precinct Expansion, and Quakers Hill Parkway Widening, with the following list detailing those of greatest relevance.

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The exceptional employment performance in Quakers Hill places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Quakers Hill has an educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 2.2% as of September 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.5%.

As of September 2025, 16,148 residents were employed with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, below Greater Sydney's rate. Workforce participation in Quakers Hill was 81.8% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses showed that 45.1% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services.

The area has a particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have lower representation at 8.7% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 4.5% while labour force increased by 4.2%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.1% with a slight rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate potential future demand within Quakers Hill. Over five years, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6%, and over ten years by 13.7%. Applying these projections to Quakers Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Quakers Hill SA2's median income among taxpayers was $64,776 and average income was $74,150 in the financial year 2023, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated median income as of September 2025 would be approximately $70,515 and estimated average income would be around $80,720. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Quakers Hill rank highly nationally, between the 75th and 87th percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 38.5% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (10,301 residents), consistent with broader regional trends showing 30.9% in the same category. A significant portion, 35.1%, earns over $3,000 per week, indicating considerable affluence that supports premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 16.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 85th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Quakers Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Quakers Hill's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 70.9% houses and 29.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Quakers Hill was at 21.1%, with the rest either mortgaged (48.1%) or rented (30.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,318, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $460, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Quakers Hill's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,318 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Quakers Hill features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 85.4% of all households, including 52.9% couples with children, 20.2% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.6%, comprising 12.4% lone person households and 2.1% group households. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Quakers Hill exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 38.8% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and that of NSW at 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 24.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 11.1% while certificates make up 18.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.2% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 5.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Quakers Hill has 139 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 61 individual routes, collectively enabling 4,990 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 162 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commutes are outward-bound. Cars remain the dominant mode at 79%, while train usage stands at 14%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

Notably, 45.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 712 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 35 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Quakers Hill's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates relatively positive outcomes for Quakers Hill residents. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions shows results broadly in line with national benchmarks.

The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 56% of the total population (~15,011 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 6.5 and 5.6% of residents respectively, while 76.8% declare themselves as completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 11.2% of residents aged 65 and over (3,007 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Quakers Hill has a high level of cultural diversity, with 45.2% of its population born overseas and 45.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Quakers Hill, making up 47.8% of people residing there. However, Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 17.2% of the population compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

The top three ancestry groups in Quakers Hill are Other at 20.3%, Australian at 17.5%, and English at 15.7%. There are also significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups, with Indian being notably overrepresented at 13.9% (compared to the regional average of 3.6%), Filipino at 5.8% (regional average: 2.0%), and Maltese at 2.3% (regional average: 1.0%).

Quakers Hill hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Quakers Hill's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and considerably younger than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Quakers Hill has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (19.1%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the population aged 75-84 has grown from 2.3% to 3.4%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 14.8% to 12.7%. By 2041, Quakers Hill's population is forecasted to experience significant demographic changes. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 74%, adding 673 residents and reaching a total of 1,581. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 55% of the population growth, indicating a trend towards an aging demographic. Conversely, populations in the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are projected to decline.