Quirindi

Quirindi has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Quirindi's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 7,759, showing an increase of 208 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 7,551. This growth reflects an estimated resident population of 7,670 in June 2024 and an additional 24 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is around 1.5 persons per square kilometer. Quirindi's 2.8% growth since the census is within 1.6 percentage points of the SA4 region's 4.4%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Interstate migration contributed approximately 37.3% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where data is not available, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the area's population is projected to decline by 383 persons according to this methodology, with specific age cohorts expected to grow, notably the 85 and over age group projected to increase by 78 people.

The level of residential development activity in Quirindi is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Quirindi has recorded approximately 13 residential properties granted approval per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 65 homes were approved, with an additional 5 approved so far in FY-26. Despite a falling population during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average value of new dwellings developed is $607,000, which is slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. In FY-26, $7.5 million worth of commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Quirindi shows substantially reduced construction levels, with 64.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Nationally, this level is also lower, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints.

New building activity consists of 90.0% standalone homes and 10.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population per dwelling approval in Quirindi is 895 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Population projections indicate stability or decline, which should reduce housing demand pressures and benefit potential buyers.

Quirindi has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 28 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Quirindi Aquatic Centre, Quipolly Water Project, Walhallow Community Infrastructure Project, and Middlebrook Solar Farm. The following list details those most relevant.

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Quirindi ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Quirindi has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate was 2.0% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.5%.

As of June 2025, 4,179 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.7%, below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation is lower at 52.0% compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and transport, postal & warehousing. Agriculture, forestry & fishing employs 4.5 times the regional level, while health care & social assistance is at 12.2%, below Rest of NSW's 16.9%.

In the past year, employment increased by 4.5% alongside a labour force increase of 3.7%, leading to an unemployment rate drop of 0.8 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of NSW where employment contracted by 0.1% and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data to Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with a state unemployment rate of 3.9%. National forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but industry-specific projections suggest Quirindi's employment should increase by 5.2% over five years and 11.7% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Quirindi SA2 has lower income compared to the national average. The median income is $44,632 and the average income stands at $52,967. In contrast, Rest of NSW has a median income of $49,459 and an average income of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $50,260 (median) and $59,646 (average). Census data reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Quirindi fall between the 10th and 14th percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that the $800 - 1,499 bracket dominates with 26.6% of residents (2,063 people), contrasting with regional levels where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 29.9%. Housing costs are modest with 88.9% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 16th percentile nationally.

Quirindi is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Quirindi, as per the latest Census, 96.0% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.0% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 89.5% houses and 10.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Quirindi stood at 47.4%, with mortgaged properties at 26.9% and rented ones at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,133, below Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,500. The median weekly rent in Quirindi was $230, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $300. Nationally, Quirindi's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Quirindi features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.4% of all households, consisting of 23.3% couples with children, 30.4% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.6%, with lone person households at 30.8% and group households comprising 2.7% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Quirindi faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.1%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 40.9% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 8.4% and certificates at 32.5%. Educational participation is high, with 29.8% currently enrolled in formal education: 12.0% in primary, 9.6% in secondary, and 2.1% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.0% in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 2.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Quirindi has 402 active public transport stops, serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 38 different routes, offering a total of 1,816 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest stop for residents is 192 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility.

On average, there are 259 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 4 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Quirindi is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Quirindi faces significant health challenges, as indicated by its health data. Both younger and older age groups have high prevalence rates for common health conditions. The area has a low private health cover rate at approximately 47% (around 3,623 people), compared to the Rest of NSW's 50.0% and the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 10.9% of residents) and asthma (9.0%). A total of 62.7% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, slightly lower than the Rest of NSW's 63.4%. Quirindi has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.6% (1,983 people), compared to the Rest of NSW's 19.9%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Quirindi are better than those of the general population in terms of health metrics.

The latest Census data sees Quirindi placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Quirindi had a cultural diversity score below average, with 87.0% of its population being Australian citizens, 94.6% born in Australia, and 97.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Quirindi, comprising 67.5% of the population, compared to 63.6% across the Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (34.0%), English (31.2%), and Australian Aboriginal (10.7%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry was overrepresented at 7.8%, compared to 7.3% regionally, and Irish ancestry was also at 8.0%, matching the regional average.

Quirindi hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Quirindi's median age at 47 years is significantly higher than the Rest of NSW average of 43 years and substantially exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 55-64 are particularly prominent, comprising 15.9% of the population, while the 25-34 age group is comparatively smaller at 8.9%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of 55-64 year-olds has increased from 15.0% to 15.9%, while the 5-14 cohort has declined from 12.6% to 11.3% and the 45-54 group has dropped from 12.7% to 11.7%. By 2041, Quirindi's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 41%, reaching 272 people from 193, led by a demographic shift towards an aging population with those aged 65 and above comprising 77% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups.