Robertson - Fitzroy Falls

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls' population, as of May 2026, is approximately 3901. This figure represents an increase of 72 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3829. The growth is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 3899 in June 2025 and the addition of 37 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 7.8 persons per square kilometer. Robertson - Fitzroy Falls' 1.9% growth since the Census is within 0.7 percentage points of its SA3 area's (2.6%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration primarily drove this population growth, contributing approximately 74.6% of overall 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, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. 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 decrease by 292 persons according to this methodology. However, specific age cohorts like the 85 and over group are anticipated to grow, with a projected increase of 81 individuals.

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

Robertson-Fitzroy Falls has seen approximately 12 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, 62 homes were approved, with an additional seven approved in FY-26 so far. On average, 1.6 new residents arrive per year for each new home over these five years, suggesting balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions, and a focus on premium properties with an average dwelling value of $922,000.

This financial year has seen $1.4 million in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to the rest of NSW, where Robertson-Fitzroy Falls records 50% lower building activity per person. The area's constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties, with recent development consisting solely of detached houses, preserving its low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. As of FY-26, there are an estimated 409 people in the area per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet development environment. With stable or declining population forecasts, Robertson-Fitzroy Falls may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Given stable or declining population forecasts, Robertson - Fitzroy Falls may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 34 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include Calderwood Valley Master-Planned Community, Yellow Rock Road Upgrade, Moss Vale Bypass Stage 1, and Forest Reach. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Robertson - Fitzroy Falls rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Robertson Fitzroy Falls has an educated workforce with diverse sector representation and a low unemployment rate of 0.9%. Over the past year, there was estimated employment growth of 2.5%. As of December 2025, 2021 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.1% lower than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation is at 60.5%, on par with Regional NSW. Census responses indicate that 34.9% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and agriculture, forestry & fishing. The area has a notable concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with employment levels at twice the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 11.1% of Robertson Fitzroy Falls' workforce compared to 16.9% in Regional NSW. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data comparison. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.5%, labour force by 2.9%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Regional NSW saw employment decline of 1.2% and labour force decline of 0.8%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Robertson Fitzroy Falls' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 reports that Robertson - Fitzroy Falls SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $52,534 and an average of $78,467. This is higher than the national averages. Regional NSW's median was $52,390 with an average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $57,956 (median) and $86,565 (average). Census 2021 income data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Robertson - Fitzroy Falls cluster around the 59th percentile nationally. The $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 31.5% of residents (1,228 people). After housing costs, residents retain 88.1% of income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

In Robertson-Fitzroy Falls, as per the latest Census evaluation, 99.3% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 0.7% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is in contrast to Regional NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Robertson-Fitzroy Falls stood at 52.8%, with mortgaged properties at 32.6% and rented ones at 14.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Robertson-Fitzroy Falls was $440, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 76.3% of all households, including 28.9% couples with children, 37.8% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.7%, with lone person households making up 21.5% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

The educational profile of Robertson - Fitzroy Falls exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls has a notably high educational attainment, with 31.8% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications. This figure is higher than the broader benchmark for Rest of NSW at 21.3%, and also surpasses the SA4 region's average of 22.4%. The area's strong educational advantage is reflected in its high proportion of residents with bachelor degrees (20.9%), postgraduate qualifications (7.8%), and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 39.5% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications.

Advanced diplomas account for 13.6%, while certificates make up 25.9%. Educational participation in the area is notably high at 27.8%, with 9.7% currently enrolled in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Robertson-Fitzroy Falls has 136 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 24 routes providing 277 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 183 meters from the nearest stop. It is primarily residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Car remains the dominant mode at 91%, while 6% walk. Vehicle ownership averages 2.0 per dwelling, above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 34.9% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 39 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 2 weekly trips per individual stop. The map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Robertson-Fitzroy Falls shows excellent health outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment as of May 2021. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Private health cover is high at approximately 58% of the total population, which is around 2,262 people, compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 10.1% and 7.9% of residents respectively. Notably, 66.5% of residents reported being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are generally similar to broader trends. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 28.4%, with around 1,107 people, compared to 23.4% in Regional NSW. Senior health outcomes are particularly strong, ranking even better than the general population nationally.

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

Robertson-Fitzroy Falls, surveyed in June 2016, had low cultural diversity with 84.5% of its population born in Australia and 90.3% being citizens. English was the primary language spoken at home by 96.5%. Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 57.0%.

Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.4%, compared to Regional NSW's 0.1%. Top ancestral groups were English (32.7%), Australian (27.9%), and Irish (11.1%). Hungarian (0.6% vs regional 0.2%), Scottish (10.2% vs 8.0%), and Maltese (0.6% vs 0.4%) were notably overrepresented.

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Robertson - Fitzroy Falls has a median age of 50, which is higher than Regional NSW's figure of 43 and also above the national average of 38. The 55-64 age group constitutes 17.2% of the population, compared to Regional NSW's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 6.4%. This concentration in the 55-64 age group is higher than the national average of 11.2%. According to the 2021 Census, the 15-24 age group has grown from 10.3% to 12.6%, and the 75-84 cohort has increased from 8.0% to 10.1%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 14.9% to 12.3%, and the 25-34 group has dropped from 7.7% to 6.4%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Robertson - Fitzroy Falls' age profile will change significantly. The 85+ age cohort is projected to increase markedly, expanding from 90 to 167 people (an 85% rise). Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 98% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 35-44 and 0-4 cohorts.