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 approximately 23,760 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 2,605 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 21,155. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,758 in June 2025 and an additional 2,276 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 494 persons per square kilometer. Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine's growth rate of 12.3% since the 2021 census exceeds both the state average (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, placing it among the region's growth leaders. Overseas migration contributed approximately 37.9% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses 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 this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine is expected to experience exceptional growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas. By 2041, the area is projected to increase by 20,203 persons, reflecting an overall gain of 80.8% over the 16-year period.

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 581 approved so far in FY-26. The average number of new residents arriving per new home over these years is around 0.6 annually, indicating that supply meets or exceeds demand and supports potential population growth while providing greater buyer choice.

The average value of new dwellings being developed is $370,000. This year, $22.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, showing steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine has 87.0% more new home approvals per person, offering greater choice for buyers and suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. The current development composition is 75.0% detached houses and 25.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 59 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Future projections estimate Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine to add 19,201 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.

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 37 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Greater Macarthur Growth Area, Ambarvale Place Masterplan & Redevelopment, Kerridge Release Area (Ambarvale South), and Spring Farm Parkway Stage 1. The following list details those most 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 December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 6.7%.

As of December 2025, 11,014 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 8.2%, which is 4.0 percentage points higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine was 64.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 30.2% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.

Manufacturing had a particularly strong presence with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level, while professional & technical services had limited presence at 4.9%, compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 6.7% and labour force increased by 7.2%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that over five years, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6%, with projected growth rates varying significantly between 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 had lower than average incomes nationally in financial year 2023. Its median income was $56,196 and the average was $64,095. Greater Sydney's figures were $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average). By March 2026, estimates suggest median income will be approximately $61,995 and average income $70,710 based on a 10.32% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. Census data shows household incomes rank at the 45th percentile ($1,663 weekly) and personal incomes at the 27th percentile. Distribution data reveals that 33.9% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 per week, mirroring the region where 30.9% fall into this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 82.2% of income remaining, 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). This compares 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 was $370, compared to Sydney metro's $470. 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 than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise 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 the 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, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (26.0%). Educational participation is high, with 31.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.3% in primary, 9.4% in secondary, and 4.4% in 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 stops are served by 59 routes, facilitating 4,121 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 182 meters to the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 88%, while trains account for 7%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 30.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 588 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 27 weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this data, displaying 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

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Rosemeadow - Glen Alpine. AreaSearch's assessment shows high prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups.

Approximately 51% (~12,165 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.2%) and asthma (9.0%). Conversely, 65.4% report no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents face notable chronic condition rates. The area has 18.1% of residents aged 65 and over (4,310 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Senior health outcomes present challenges, broadly aligning with national rankings.

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 has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 27.7% of its population 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 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (24.1%), English (22.1%), and Other (15.2%).

Notably, Samoan, Spanish, and Lebanese ethnicities have different representations: Samoan is higher at 1.9%, Spanish is similar at 0.8%, and Lebanese is lower at 1.4% compared to regional averages.

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 resembling Australia's median age of 38. The 65-74 age group comprises 10.6% of Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 12.0%, slightly lower than Greater Sydney's figure. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 4.6% to 6.3% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort has risen from 13.3% to 14.5%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age group has decreased from 13.1% to 11.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Rosemeadow-Glen Alpine's age structure, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 107%, reaching 5,513 people from its current total of 2,658.