Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's population is around 23,315 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 21,155 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,207 in June 2024 and an additional 2,101 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 484 persons per square kilometer. Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's growth rate of 10.2% since the 2021 census exceeded the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Projected demographic shifts indicate exceptional growth over this period, with the area expected to increase by 21,591 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall gain of 87.8%.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has recorded approximately 263 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 1,315 homes were approved, with an additional 347 approved so far in FY-26. The average number of new residents arriving per new home over these years is around 0.6 annually.

This suggests that supply is meeting or exceeding demand, offering greater buyer choice and potential for population growth beyond projections. The average value of new dwellings developed is $370,000. In FY-26, $22.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity in the area. When compared to Greater Sydney, Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has 86.0% more new home approvals per person, providing greater choice for buyers and suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. The new development consists of 75.0% detached houses and 25.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

There are approximately 59 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Future projections estimate Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine to add around 20,483 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth in the area.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 38 projects that may impact this area. Key projects include Greater Macarthur Growth Area, Ambarvale Place Masterplan & Redevelopment, Kerridge Release Area (Ambarvale South), and Spring Farm Riverside Estate. Below is a list of those most likely to be relevant.

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Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 6.2% as of September 2025. Employment growth in the past year was estimated at 5.9%.

There are 10,771 residents currently employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.3%, which is 2.1% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation stands at 64.7%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 30.2% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.

The area has a strong specialization in manufacturing with an employment share of 1.7 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have limited presence at 4.9%, compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 5.9% while labour force grew by 5.5%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.4%, and an increase in unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

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

The Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine SA2's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $56,196. The average income stood at $64,095 during the same period. In comparison, Greater Sydney had a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine SA2 would be approximately $61,175 (median) and $69,774 (average) as of September 2025. According to census data, household income ranks at the 45th percentile ($1,663 weekly), while personal income sits at the 27th percentile. The distribution data shows that 33.9% of individuals in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine SA2 earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week (7,903 individuals). Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.2% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 44th percentile.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 83.1% houses and 16.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine was 28.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.1% and rented ones at 32.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in the area was $370, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $375.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 80.5% of all households, including 36.5% couples with children, 24.5% couples without children, and 18.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 19.5%, with lone person households at 17.7% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 17.6%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (26.0%). Educational participation is high at 31.3%, with 11.3% in primary education, 9.4% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in primary education, 9.4% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has 151 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 59 routes, facilitating 4,121 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 182 meters from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most commutes are outward-bound. Cars remain dominant at 88%, while trains account for 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling, above the regional norm.

Notably, 30.2% of residents work from home (2021 Census data, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 588 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 27 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

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

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment as of 2021. The mortality rate and chronic condition prevalence are notably high across both younger and older age groups.

Only approximately 51% of the total population (~11,937 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney. The most common conditions are arthritis (affecting 9.2% of residents) and asthma (9.0%), while 65.4% report no medical ailments, lower than the 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents face substantial health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (18.5%, or 4,313 people) compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings generally aligning with the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine, surveyed in June-August 2016, exhibited higher cultural diversity than most local markets. Overseas-born residents constituted 27.7%, while those speaking a language other than English at home comprised 24.8%. Christianity was the predominant religion (60.0%), compared to Greater Sydney's 49.2%.

Ancestry-wise, Australian (24.1%) and English (22.1%) were top groups, with Other at 15.2%. Notably, Samoan (1.9% vs regional 0.5%), Spanish (0.8% vs 0.6%), and Lebanese (1.4% vs 2.6%) ethnicities showed significant differences in representation compared to the region.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has a median age of 37, equal to Greater Sydney's figure and comparable to Australia's 38 years. The 65-74 age group comprises 10.7%, higher than Greater Sydney, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 11.8%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group grew from 4.6% to 6.5%, and the 15-24 group increased from 13.3% to 14.5%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort declined from 13.1% to 11.3%, and the 25-34 group dropped from 12.8% to 11.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts: the 45-54 age group will grow by 115% (2,998 people), reaching 5,598 from 2,599.