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Rooty Hill - Minchinbury has an estimated 23,341 residents, up 2.3% since the 2021 Census, with 24 projects tracked in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned approximately 36 kilometres west-northwest from the Sydney CBD, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established, family-oriented suburban community known for its tranquil open spaces, lush reserves, and well-regarded schools. As of Aug 2026, the area's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is estimated at around 23,341, demonstrating moderate expansion patterns and minimal change since the 2021 Census count of 22,826 people. This stability is supported by AreaSearch's evaluation of the latest ABS ERP figures and the inclusion of validated new addresses recorded since the benchmark Census, accompanied by comparatively subdued property transaction volumes relative to total settlement size.
Demographically, the community features a median age of 36, reflecting a populace somewhat younger than typical Australian norms and characterised by above-average household sizes, a strong presence of couples with children, and a high proportion of residents born overseas.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned approximately 36 kilometres west-northwest from the Sydney CBD, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established, family-oriented suburban community known for its tranquil open spaces, lush reserves, and well-regarded schools. As of Aug 2026, the area's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is estimated at around 23,341, demonstrating moderate expansion patterns and minimal change since the 2021 Census count of 22,826 people. This stability is supported by AreaSearch's evaluation of the latest ABS ERP figures and the inclusion of validated new addresses recorded since the benchmark Census, accompanied by comparatively subdued property transaction volumes relative to total settlement size.
Demographically, the community features a median age of 36, reflecting a populace somewhat younger than typical Australian norms and characterised by above-average household sizes, a strong presence of couples with children, and a high proportion of residents born overseas.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 17,582 in 2001 and 23,226 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 23,341 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.4%.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 77th for transport & access.
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 Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is $658 a week, up 3.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 17% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.2%.
17% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $464 in 2017, $689 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $398 in 2017, $521 in 2025. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Moody Street, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $927,500 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 71 Beaconsfield Road, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $880,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 34 Everitt Crescent, Minchinbury NSW 2770 | $1,370,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 8/48 Spencer Street, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $780,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 7 Glenbrae Court, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $1,350,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 5 White Place, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $1,006,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 30/28 Charlotte Road, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $900,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1/28 Charlotte Road, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $910,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 89 Derby Street, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $1,550,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 50 Evans Road, Rooty Hill NSW 2766 | $1,160,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 22 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 19 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,047,500 (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 | $658 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.15m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $850k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,047,500 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 22 Jul 2026 to 19 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $689 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Mount Druitt | $571 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Mount Druitt, over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Blacktown | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Blacktown, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | 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 220 tracked applications: 121 approved, 49 under assessment, 50 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 24 projects in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury (4 under construction) and 54 more in the surrounding area.
A 23-kilometre driverless metro railway connecting St Marys to the new Western Sydney International Airport and Bradfield City Centre via twin tunnels and elevated viaducts. The line features six new stations and is being delivered by the Parklife Metro consortium, with driverless Siemens Inspiro trains.
A proposed $95 million Basketball NSW and Volleyball NSW regional hub at May Cowpe Reserve, Rooty Hill, featuring 12 indoor courts, a 3,000-seat show court and six beach volleyball courts. The council reserve directory confirms basketball use at the reserve but does not describe a hub.
Proposed expansion of the existing Minchinbury Community Hospital featuring a new eight-storey clinical building, internal refurbishment of the existing building, basement and surface parking facilities, tree removal, and upgraded landscaping and signage.
Proposed alterations and single-storey extension to the existing Minchinbury neighbourhood shopping centre along the Minchin Drive frontage, providing additional retail, commercial premises, and medical centre space to better serve the local residential catchment.
A 26.7 hectare multi-tenant logistics estate delivering more than 95,000 sqm of premium warehouse and distribution space. Construction continues across multiple warehouse stages with recent occupation certificates, warehouse works, fit-out approvals and estate signage applications indicating progressive delivery through 2026.
The second phase of the Blacktown Exercise, Sports and Technology (BEST) Hub at Blacktown International Sportspark, introducing complementary research and development facilities, sports medicine clinics, allied health services, indoor/outdoor sports recreation, and entertainment infrastructure.
Purpose-built NSW State Emergency Service (SES) facility in Oakhurst to strengthen emergency response capabilities for flood, storm and rescue operations across the Blacktown City area. The $16 million project was included in Blacktown City Council's WestInvest grant bid in 2022 but was not among the projects awarded funding in that program.
Planning and design for the upgrade and duplication of the Francis Road railway overpass bridging the Main Western railway line in Rooty Hill. Funded by the NSW Government with project delivery led by Transport for NSW in consultation with Blacktown City Council, the initiative aims to eliminate a major local traffic pinch point and enhance safety and…
Four-storey shop-top housing development featuring 32 residential units and four commercial tenancies with basement parking, landscaping and site works. The mixed-use development aims to provide housing density near Rooty Hill station while supporting local commercial activity.
Landcom is working with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure to create an affordable, diverse and sustainable community at Dunsmore Street, Rooty Hill. The project will deliver between 300-500 homes with mixed housing types, including affordable housing for key workers such as childcare staff, nurses and teachers.
Blacktown City Council has identified pavement rehabilitation works on Lamb Street in Oakhurst, covering approximately 2,100 square metres of deteriorating road pavement between Rooty Hill Road North and the bridge towards Enterprise Drive.
Blacktown City Council is planning a new public administration centre at Rooty Hill, one of two new civic office facilities (alongside a Blacktown city centre administration building) intended to improve council service delivery, customer experience, and operational efficiency for a local government area projected to grow from 450,000 to more than 600,000…
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Estimated completion year of the 48 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 12, 2027 15, 2028 14, 2029 2, 2030 3. 12 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 220 substantial development applications lodged in and around Rooty Hill - Minchinbury over the past 5 years, 111 in the last 12 months; 49 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 5, 2022 24, 2023 23, 2024 32, 2025 29, 2026 (to Nov) 107.
Key application 42 Sargents Road, Minchinbury Commercial | $222m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 220 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 111 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 52 | ABS building approvals | 60th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 121 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 49 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 include: Sydney Metro - Western Sydney Airport (Construction); Minchinbury Community Hospital Expansion (Under Assessment); NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub (Proposed); Landcom Rooty Hill Housing Development (Planning); and Minchinbury Shopping Centre Extension (Dev. Application). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 area has seen 100 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2's current population of 23,341 has been supported by 52 approvals on average over recent years.
The Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 has seen 2.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 477 people in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 52, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 has grown by approximately 106 people, while 259 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.4 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.
Population growth drivers in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,341 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,596 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 22,826 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 515 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 14.62 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 was estimated to be approximately 23,341 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,226 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The rooty hill - minchinbury sa2 has added approximately 515 people and shown a 2.26% increase from the 22,826 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is estimated at 1,597 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (94.5%), Natural increase (5.5%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 94.5% of overall population gains.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.4% | 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 | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.4% of the population in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.5% of the population in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury 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) | $55,777 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 35th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,367 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,050 | 2021 Census, weekly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $763 | 2021 Census, weekly | 41st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 26.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,146 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is approximately $59,336. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,777.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is approximately $65,282. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $61,367.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is approximately $59,336 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,777 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is approximately $65,282 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,367 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2's households (~37.4% / 2,441 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.4% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is $2,050/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is $2,146/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is $763/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is below the national average, with the median assessed at $55,777 while the average income stands at $61,367. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $59,336 (median) and $65,282 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is $7,383 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The rooty hill - minchinbury sa2's disposable income is $7,383 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 12,279 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 23,353 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 12,949 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 has approximately 12,279 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.2%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 stands at 5.2%, which is 1.0 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.9% of employment), retail trade (11.3%), and transport, postal & warehousing (10.2%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force remained stable. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is 70.4%, 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 Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The rooty hill - minchinbury sa2 shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 10.2% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The rooty hill - minchinbury sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 21.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
28.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
41.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The rooty hill - minchinbury sa2 ranks in the 44th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (21.5%), Certificate (20.0%), Advanced Diploma (10.2%).
32.3% of the population in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 8.8% in secondary school, 5.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is 992, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,792 students.
The rooty hill - minchinbury sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 3 secondary schools.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 48.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,533 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,680 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 83.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 had 6,533 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.3% to an estimated 6,680 households today.
The average household size in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 83.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (14.8%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,435 family households, couples with children account for 48.6% of all households, couples without children at home 19.1%, and single parent families 14.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 83.2% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 14.8% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 14.8% of all households in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.9% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 51.9% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 48.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 48.8% of its population born overseas and 51.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury was found to be Christianity, which makes up 60.7% of people in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 13.2% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury are Other, comprising 24.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Filipino, comprising 15.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 2.0%, and Australian, comprising 14.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 2.4% of Rooty Hill - Minchinbury (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 1.1% (vs 0.6%) and Maltese at 2.5% (vs 1.0%).
48.8% of the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
51.9% of the population in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.9% of the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
81.0% of the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 81.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 43.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, 26.0% of homes are owned outright, 43.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 30.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 81.8% of dwellings in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 are houses.
In the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, 3.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 stands at 26.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is $2,167, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is $1,500, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 consists of 81.8% detached houses, 14.6% semi-detached dwellings, 3.2% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury consumes approximately 16.9% of median household income ($8,876 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury show attached dwellings contributing 12% of approvals compared to 18% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 88% of applications versus 82% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.0% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Around 48.6% of people in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, 6.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.9% of the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2, 48.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 77 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 77th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 197 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,264 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 118 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 47 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 29.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 197 public transport stops within the Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2.
The Rooty Hill - Minchinbury SA2 has 5,264 weekly trips across 47 routes, averaging 752 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 173 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 413 m away and the nearest school 509 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 197 stops nearby, 5,264 weekly trips, access rating 77 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 66 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 66th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 413 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 509 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 636 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 655 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 675 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 686 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 13 long day care centres with 773 places in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury, about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury ranks in the 63rd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury's resilient property market has recorded 242 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 92% residential, 7% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Health performance in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Rooty Hill - Minchinbury has an estimated 23,341 residents, up 2.3% since the 2021 Census, with 24 projects tracked in Rooty Hill - Minchinbury.
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 Rooty Hill - Minchinbury.
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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 Oct 2026. Housing 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 (116031319). 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 (Oct 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Rooty Hill - Minchinbury 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 Rooty Hill - Minchinbury 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.
