Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine
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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 was 21,155 people as of Aug 2021. By Aug 2025, it is projected to reach around 23,787, an increase of approximately 2,632 people (12.4%) since the 2021 Census. This projection is based on ABS estimated resident population data from June 2024 showing 22,207 and validated new addresses totalling 1,476 since the Census date. The population density as of Aug 2025 will be around 494 persons per square kilometer. Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's growth rate of 12.4% between Aug 2021 and Aug 2025 exceeds both the state's (6.4%) and metropolitan area's growth rates, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56.1% of overall population gains during this period.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by the ABS data, 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. By 2041, Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine is projected to have an exceptional growth rate, placing it in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas, with a total population increase of approximately 21,591 persons and an overall gain of 84.1% over the 17-year period from Aug 2021 to Aug 2041.

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 have been approved, with an additional 137 approved so far in FY-26. The average number of new residents per year arriving per new home over these five years is around 0.6, indicating that supply has met or exceeded demand and contributed to population growth while offering greater buyer choice.

The average construction value of new dwellings during this period was $417,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, $22.0 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating balanced commercial development activity relative to residential growth. Compared to Greater Sydney, Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine shows 86.0% higher construction activity per person, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. New development consists of 75.0% standalone homes and 25.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 59 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Future projections estimate Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine adding 20,011 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

A total of 37 infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Greater Macarthur Growth Area, Ambarvale Place Masterplan & Redevelopment, Spring Farm Parkway Stage 1, and Menangle and Menangle Park Wastewater and Water Servicing. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 6.1% as of June 2025, which is 1.9% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.7%. As of June 2025, there were 10,562 residents in work, with workforce participation at 53.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. 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 may be limited, as suggested by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 5.7% while labour force grew by 4.8%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with an increase in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has a median taxpayer income of $49,770 and an average of $57,121 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is lower than national averages, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $56,046 (median) and $64,324 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 45th percentile ($1,663 weekly), while personal income sits at the 28th percentile. Income analysis reveals that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 33.9% of residents (8,063 people), aligning with regional levels where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.2% of income remaining, ranking at the 44th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 83.1% houses and 16.9% other dwellings. Compared to Sydney metro's 78.5% houses and 21.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine was 28.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.1% and rented at 32.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, below Sydney metro's $2,100. Median weekly rent was $370, compared to Sydney metro's $380. Nationally, Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $370 compared to the national figure of $375.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 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 make up 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, matching the Greater Sydney average.

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

The area has lower university qualification rates at 17.6%, significantly below Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 26.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in primary, 9.4% in secondary, and 4.4% in tertiary education. There are 9 schools operating within Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine, educating approximately 5,602 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 977) with balanced educational opportunities. The schools include 4 primary, 3 secondary, and 2 K-12 schools. School capacity exceeds residential needs at 23.6 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.3, indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has 136 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 61 individual routes, collectively facilitating 4,092 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 183 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 584 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 30 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine faces significant health challenges with common health conditions being somewhat prevalent across all age groups but to a slightly higher degree among older cohorts. Approximately 48% of the total population (~11,489 people) has private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 9.2 and 9.0% of residents respectively. However, 65.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 70.3% across Greater Sydney. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 18.0% (4,288 people) compared to the 14.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's population is more culturally diverse than most local areas, with 27.7% born overseas and 24.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine, comprising 60.0%, compared to 51.8% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (24.1%), English (22.1%), and Other (15.2%), which is lower than the regional average of 21.6%.

Notably, Samoan representation is higher at 1.9%, compared to 2.4% regionally, while Spanish is slightly overrepresented at 0.8% versus 0.7%, and Lebanese is lower at 1.4% compared to 1.9%.

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

Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine has a median age of 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely aligning with Australia's median age of 38 years. The 65-74 age group is strongly represented at 10.8%, compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 12.0%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 4.6% to 6.0% of the population, and the 15-24 cohort increased from 13.3% to 14.3%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has declined from 13.1% to 11.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's age structure, with the 45-54 group expected to grow by 112%, adding 2,962 people to reach a total of 5,598 from its current figure of 2,635.