Roselands

Roselands has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Roselands's population is around 15,341 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 764 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,577 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,308 in June 2025 and an additional 343 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,203 persons per square kilometer, placing Roselands in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Roselands has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.7%, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 72.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 utilises 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 years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, population projections indicate an increase just below the median of national areas, with Roselands expected to grow by 1,224 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 7.8% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Roselands when compared nationally

Roselands has recorded approximately 81 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25408 homes were approved, with an additional 47 approved so far in FY26. On average, over these five years, one new resident arrived per new home built. However, recent data shows this ratio has intensified to 4.5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, indicating growing popularity and potential undersupply.

New homes are being constructed at an average value of $274,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In terms of commercial development, Roselands has recorded $18.3 million in approvals this financial year, indicating balanced commercial development activity compared to Greater Sydney, where there is 98.0% more construction activity per person. The new development consists of 42.0% detached dwellings and 58.0% medium and high-density housing, reflecting a trend towards denser development that provides accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This shift is notable as the area's existing housing is currently 64.0% houses. Roselands reflects a low density area with around 280 people per approval. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Roselands is expected to grow by 1,191 residents through to 2041.

At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Roselands has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure projects and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 13 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are the residential development at 71-83 Graham Road in Narwee, the Wiley Park Plaza Development at 280-300 Lakemba Street, the Rail Service Improvement Program for the T4 Illawarra and Eastern Suburbs Line, and the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project. The following list provides details on those projects deemed most relevant.

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Roselands has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Roselands has an educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 4.8% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.2%.

There were 7,719 residents employed by December 2025, with an unemployment rate of 0.7% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Roselands was lower at 64.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 41.0% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

The area has a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 8.1% of Roselands's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, as indicated by the working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.2%, while labour force increased by 5.3%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insights into potential future demand within Roselands. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Roselands's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Roselands SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $45,905 and an average income of $56,227 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This was below the national average, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $50,642 (median) and $62,030 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census figures, household income ranked at the 47th percentile ($1,704 weekly), while personal income sat at the 22nd percentile. Income brackets indicated that the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captured 32.4% of the community (4,970 individuals). Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 81.0% of income remaining, ranking at the 45th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

Roselands displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Roselands' dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 63.5% houses and 36.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Roselands was higher at 33.1%, with the rest mortgaged (36.8%) or rented (30.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,300, lower than Sydney metro's $2,427. Median weekly rent was $425, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Roselands' mortgage repayments were higher at $2,300 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were higher at $425 compared to the national figure of $375.

Roselands has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 76.8% of all households, including 42.3% couples with children, 19.3% couples without children, and 13.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.2%, with lone person households at 20.5% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Roselands aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 26.9%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 11.6% and certificates make up 18.5%. Educational participation is high at 31.7%, including 10.5% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Roselands has 111 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 23 different routes that together facilitate 3,013 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's home to the nearest transport stop is 124 meters, indicating excellent accessibility. Most residents commute outward from Roselands, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 84%. Train usage accounts for 8% of commutes. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in Roselands, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 41% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 430 trips per day, equating to approximately 27 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

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

Roselands' health outcomes data shows exceptional results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is found to be very low at approximately 48% of the total population (~7,286 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%.

Nationally, the average is 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.1 and 5.2% of residents respectively. Notably, 76.3% of residents declare they are completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Roselands has 17.4% of residents aged 65 and over (2,663 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Roselands has a high cultural diversity, with 41.2% of its population born overseas and 61.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Roselands, comprising 56.8% of people. However, Islam is overrepresented, making up 22.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 6.8%.

The top three represented ancestry groups are Other (21.7%), Greek (12.7%), and Lebanese (12.5%), all higher than regional averages. Notably, Macedonian (1.1%), Vietnamese (1.9%), and Spanish (0.7%) ethnicities are also overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Roselands's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Roselands is 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Roselands has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (12.1%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (12.2%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 12.6% to 13.8%, while the 35-44 age group has decreased from 13.5% to 12.2% and the 0-4 age group has dropped from 6.4% to 5.4%. By 2041, Roselands is projected to experience significant changes in its age composition. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 42%, reaching 1,329 people from the current 934. Those aged 65 and above are projected to comprise 58% of the population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups.