Redhead

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

Redhead's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 3,833. This figure represents an increase of 48 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,785 people. The estimated resident population from the ABS in June 2024 was 3,788, with an additional 289 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this growth. This results in a population density ratio of 1,041 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Redhead's growth rate of 1.3% since the census places it within 1.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (2.9%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 51.9% of overall population gains in recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilizes NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is expected for Australian non-metropolitan areas like Redhead. The latest annual ERP population numbers project a growth of 655 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 14.8% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Redhead according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Redhead averaged approximately 20 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, totalling 101 homes. In FY-26, one home has been approved so far. The average population increase per year for each dwelling built during this period was 0.4 people.

This indicates that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choices and creating capacity for future population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction cost value of new properties was $734,000, suggesting a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, commercial development approvals amounted to $1.9 million, reflecting a predominantly residential focus.

Compared to the rest of NSW, Redhead exhibited moderately higher construction activity over the five-year period, at 28.0% above the regional average per person. This preserved reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand, although recent construction activity has eased slightly. New development consisted of 94.0% detached houses and 6.0% medium to high-density housing, preserving Redhead's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The population density was approximately 268 people per approval, indicating a low-density area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Redhead is projected to gain 568 residents by 2041. Current development levels appear aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Redhead has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Redhead significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Redhead has an educated workforce with 1.5% unemployment as of June 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.5%.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%, and workforce participation is 54.4% compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited as indicated by Census data. Over the past year, employment increased by 2.5% alongside labour force growth of 2.5%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. In comparison, Rest of NSW recorded employment decline of 0.1%, labour force growth of 0.3%, with unemployment rising by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data to Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.4% over ten years. Applying these projections to Redhead's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Redhead SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $55,166 and an average of $74,186. Nationally, these figures are high compared to the Rest of NSW's median of $49,459 and average 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 $62,122 (median) and $83,541 (average). Census data reveals household, family, and personal incomes in Redhead rank modestly between the 41st and 42nd percentiles. Income analysis shows that 26.2% of the community earns between $400 - $799 (1,004 individuals), differing from the regional dominance of the $1,500 - $2,999 category at 29.9%. Economic stratification is evident with 32.8% in modest circumstances and 30.7% in high-earning categories. Housing costs are manageable with 86.7% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 45th percentile, placing Redhead's SEIFA income ranking in the 6th decile.

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

In Redhead, as per the latest Census data, 93.3% of dwellings were houses while 6.7% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 82.4% houses and 17.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Redhead stood at 57.2%, with mortgaged properties making up 29.4% and rented dwellings accounting for 13.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,300, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,000. Weekly rent in Redhead was recorded at $420, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $370. Nationally, Redhead's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 65.3% of all households, including 32.2% couples with children, 24.9% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.7%, with lone person households at 32.7% and group households comprising 1.7% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.5.

Redhead shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's university qualification rate is 29.2%, exceeding the Rest of NSW average of 21.3%. This rate is also higher than that of the SA3 area at 23.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%).

Vocational credentials are held by 37.5% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 25.9%. Educational participation is high, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.8% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Redhead has 37 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 9 different routes that together offer 116 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of the transport system is rated excellent, with residents typically living just 149 meters from their nearest stop.

On average, there are 16 trips per day across all routes, which means each stop gets about 3 weekly trips.

Health performance in Redhead is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Redhead faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data. A variety of conditions impact both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is high at approximately 56%, or about 2,165 people, compared to 54.2% in the rest of NSW. The most common conditions are arthritis (9.9%) and mental health issues (8.9%). Around 62.0% report no medical ailments, similar to the 62.6% in the rest of NSW. Redhead has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 29.2% or 1,120 people, compared to 21.4% in the rest of NSW. Health outcomes for seniors show challenges broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Redhead is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Redhead's population shows lower cultural diversity, with 89.5% born in Australia, 93.3% being citizens, and 95.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Redhead, accounting for 55.6%, compared to 52.5% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups are English (33.1%), Australian (32.3%), and Scottish (9.6%).

Some ethnic groups have notable differences: Welsh at 0.9% in Redhead vs 0.8% regionally, Macedonian at 0.6% vs 0.4%, and Russian at 0.4% vs 0.2%.

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

Redhead's median age of 48 years is significantly older than Rest of NSW's 43 and higher than Australia's median of 38. The age profile shows that 15.0% are aged 65-74, which is prominent compared to the national average of 9.4%. Meanwhile, the 25-34 age group comprises only 5.1%, smaller than Rest of NSW's proportion. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 15-24 age group grew from 10.0% to 12.8%, while the 65-74 cohort increased from 13.2% to 15.0%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group declined from 13.6% to 10.9%, and the 85+ group decreased from 5.9% to 4.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Redhead's age profile, with the 75-84 cohort expected to grow by 145 people (37%) from 391 to 537. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 55-64 and 65-74 cohorts.