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Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn has an estimated 20,793 residents, up 17.3% since the 2021 Census, with 23 projects tracked in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 132 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population stood at around 20,793 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 3,063 people (17.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 17,730 people. That estimate is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 19,955 as of June 2025, together with 1,515 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Development activity and population drivers are well above average in the area, supported by a notable mining employment base, a strong service amenity offering and substantial utilities employment. Residents include an elevated proportion of children aged 0 to 4 and a pronounced representation of those aged 5 to 14, and the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 132 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population stood at around 20,793 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 3,063 people (17.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 17,730 people. That estimate is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 19,955 as of June 2025, together with 1,515 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Development activity and population drivers are well above average in the area, supported by a notable mining employment base, a strong service amenity offering and substantial utilities employment. Residents include an elevated proportion of children aged 0 to 4 and a pronounced representation of those aged 5 to 14, and the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,624 in 2001 and 19,954 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 20,793 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 15.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.3%.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for population growth and the 90th for development activity.
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 Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is $644 a week, up 3.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 11% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
11% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $414 in 2017, $662 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $294 in 2017, $514 in 2026. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Redgum Circuit, Aberglasslyn NSW 2320 | $830,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 39 Aberglasslyn Road, Rutherford NSW 2320 | $679,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 229 Station Lane, Lochinvar NSW 2321 | $2,250,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 91 Budgeree Drive, Aberglasslyn NSW 2320 | $1,075,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Wattawan Crescent, Anambah NSW 2320 | $1,050,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Hague Street, Rutherford NSW 2320 | $930,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Sandpiper Circuit, Aberglasslyn NSW 2320 | $900,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Bushel Street, Lochinvar NSW 2321 | $902,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Finch Crescent, Aberglasslyn NSW 2320 | $865,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 557 Oakhampton Road, Aberglasslyn NSW 2320 | $840,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 47 residential sales recorded since 4 Sep 2026 (the latest settled 15 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 47, houses and units together, was $890,000 (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 | $644 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $860k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $645k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $890,000 | Median of the 47 most recent residential sales, settled 4 Sep 2026 to 15 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $662 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $514 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Maitland | $631 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Maitland, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | 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 557 tracked applications: 316 approved, 79 under assessment, 162 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 23 projects in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn (6 under construction) and 102 more in the surrounding area.
A $30 million staged commercial development to be known as Lochinvar Shopping Village. Stage 1 features a 4,641m2 supermarket building anchored by a 3,000m2 Woolworths, specialty retail, and a bottle shop. Stage 2 includes a 3,422m2 commercial building for retail, food, or medical services. Stage 3 consists of a 1,140m2 Tavern/Pub.
Replacement of the former one-lane timber Melville Ford Bridge with a new dual-lane elevated concrete bridge approximately 6.7 metres higher to improve flood resilience, safety and connectivity. Following flood damage during 2025, repairs were completed and construction progressed through late 2025.
Lochinvar Ridge is a premium masterplanned residential community in the Hunter region, delivering generous 700 m2 plus lots with wide 20 m frontages.
A new $3.1 million amenities building has been completed at Max McMahon Oval, Rutherford, replacing a facility dating from the early 1970s. Funded by a $3 million grant from the Australian Government's Investing in Our Communities Program with a $100,000 contribution from Maitland City Council, the building includes four unisex changerooms, accessible…
143-lot residential development on 16-hectare site at McFarlanes Road, Chisholm. Includes native vegetation retention, stormwater management and community recreational facilities.
Hillcrest Lochinvar is a 237 lot residential land estate at 259 Windermere Road, Lochinvar in the Hunter Valley[cite: 1]. The project provides serviced lots generally between 450 and 800 sq metres on elevated, relatively flat land with views to the surrounding hills[cite: 1].
Stage 2A of the Haussman Drive Upgrade is underway from March 2026, duplicating Haussman Drive to two lanes each direction between Raymond Terrace Road and Taylor Avenue, building a new roundabout at the Taylor Avenue intersection, and constructing a shared path.
Heritage Parc is an award-winning residential land estate featuring 394 lots across 102 hectares with over 50% dedicated to open space, lakes, and recreational facilities. The completed development includes 11 parks and playgrounds, cycleways, sporting fields, community gardens, and an outdoor art gallery.
Lochinvar Central is a proposed masterplanned residential community of 210 allotments at Lochinvar near Maitland, NSW, on the New England Highway corridor. The project includes neighbourhood shops and pedestrian link networks. Its estimated value is about 62 million AUD.
Major NSW Government upgrade delivering a new library, demolition of the former library, landscaping and modern learning spaces across multiple stages. Works completed to address enrolment growth and provide contemporary facilities.
Dalmore Park is a 150-hectare master-planned employment and innovation precinct at Rutherford, Maitland, planned for manufacturing, warehousing, health, education and retail uses. Developer EXP Capital acquired the site in 2025.
Purpose-built 101-place early learning centre developed by MHM Construction Group. The centre was completed following construction during 2024 and is now operating as The Grove Academy Aberglasslyn, providing long day care for the growing Aberglasslyn community.
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Estimated completion year of the 70 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 26, 2027 18, 2028 14, 2029 0, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 1. 23 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 557 substantial development applications lodged in and around Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn over the past 5 years, 446 in the last 12 months; 79 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 6, 2022 32, 2023 27, 2024 23, 2025 31, 2026 (to Oct) 438.
Key application 559 Anambah Road, Gosforth Mixed Use | $82m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 557 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 446 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 19.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 355 | ABS building approvals | 96th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 316 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 79 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 include: Melville's Milton Morris Bridge (Construction); Dalmore Park Employment Hub (Planning); Max McMahon Oval Amenities Redevelopment (Completed); Truegain Site Remediation (Construction); and Lochinvar Ridge (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Sports & Recreation, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 area has seen 846 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2's current population of 20,793 has been supported by 355 approvals on average over recent years.
The Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 has seen 19.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 47 people in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 355, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 has grown by approximately 2,441 people, while 1,774 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,793 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +17.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 153 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,730 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 3,063 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 136.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 was estimated to be approximately 20,793 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 19,955 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The rutherford (north) - aberglasslyn sa2 has added approximately 3,063 people and shown a 17.28% increase from the 17,730 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is estimated at 153 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (67.2%), Natural increase (17.6%), Overseas migration (15.3%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 67.2% of overall population gains.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.8% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is 8 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 15.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.3% vs 2.9%) and 65-74 year-olds (7.5% vs 12.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.4% of the population in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.2% of the population in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,387 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $77,707 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,835 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $788 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,079 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is approximately $66,367. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,387.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is approximately $82,665. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $77,707.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is approximately $66,367 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,387 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is approximately $82,665 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,707 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2's households (~36.3% / 2,229 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.3% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is $1,835/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is $2,079/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is $788/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2's median income among taxpayers is $62,387, with an average of $77,707. This is above the national average, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $55,733 and average of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,367 (median) and $82,665 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is $6,627 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The rutherford (north) - aberglasslyn sa2's disposable income is $6,627 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 9,317 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 17,832 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,646 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 has approximately 9,317 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 stands at 3.4%, which is 0.7 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.0% of employment), retail trade (11.1%), and mining (10.2%). Other significant employers include construction and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is 61.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The rutherford (north) - aberglasslyn sa2 shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 10.2% of the local workforce compared to 2.5% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The rutherford (north) - aberglasslyn sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn: university qualifications 13.4%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 963.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
13.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
41.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The rutherford (north) - aberglasslyn sa2 ranks in the 29th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 are: Certificate (34.5%), Advanced Diploma (10.2%), Bachelor Degree (9.5%).
31.1% of the population in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.3% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 3.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is 963, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,998 students.
The rutherford (north) - aberglasslyn sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,140 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,201 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 had 6,140 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 17.3% to an estimated 7,201 households today.
The average household size in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.8%), group households (2.3%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 4,783 family households, couples with children account for 36.4% of all households, couples without children at home 26.7%, and single parent families 13.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.9% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 19.8% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 47.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.2% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 19.8% of all households in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, notably lower than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.3% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.1% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 90.4% of its population born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 94.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.2% of people in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn are Australian, comprising 33.3% of the population, English, comprising 30.6% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 5.5% of Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Polish at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
9.6% of the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
5.9% of the population in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
5.5% of the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.6% of the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,869 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 42.0% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, 26.9% of homes are owned outright, 42.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 31.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.7% of dwellings in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 are houses.
In the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, 1.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 stands at 26.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is $1,869, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is $1,324, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 21.8% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 consists of 89.7% detached houses, 9.1% semi-detached dwellings, 1.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn consumes approximately 16.7% of median household income ($7,946 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn show attached dwellings contributing 42% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 58% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
Around 56.0% of people in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, 7.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.3% of people in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2, 56.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 52 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 203 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,153 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 102 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 93 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 17.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 203 public transport stops within the Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2.
The Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn SA2 has 2,153 weekly trips across 93 routes, averaging 307 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 180 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 895 m away and the nearest school 1.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 203 stops nearby, 2,153 weekly trips, access rating 52 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 85 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 85th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 895 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.9 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 9 long day care centres with 800 places in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn ranks in the 44th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn's resilient property market has recorded 515 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 87% residential, 1% commercial and 12% vacant land transactions.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Education in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn: university qualifications 13.4%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 963.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
Health performance in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn has an estimated 20,793 residents, up 17.3% since the 2021 Census, with 23 projects tracked in Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn.
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 Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn.
Data currency
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, households 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 (106021615). 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn 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 Rutherford (North) - Aberglasslyn 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.
