Schofields - East

Schofields - East lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Schofields - East's population was around 42,267 as of May 2026, reflecting a growth of 17,137 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 68.2% change from the previous population of 25,130 people. The population was estimated to be 39,544 in June 2025 by the ABS, with an additional 4,596 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this growth. This results in a population density ratio of 3,625 persons per square kilometer, placing Schofields - East in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate exceeded both the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney levels since the 2021 Census. Interstate migration drove this growth, contributing approximately 62.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

Other factors such as overseas migration and natural growth also played positive roles. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, 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. Based on projected demographic shifts, Schofields - East is expected to experience exceptional growth, placing it in the top 10 percent nationally by 2041. The area is projected to increase by 59,804 persons over this period, reflecting a total gain of 132.7%.

The level of residential development activity in Schofields - East was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Schofields - East has seen approximately 1,345 new homes approved annually. Between Financial Year 2021 (FY-21) and FY-25, around 6,728 homes were approved, with an additional 240 approved in FY-26 to date. Over these five years, about 2.9 people moved to the area per new home constructed on average, indicating steady demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost of new homes is $204,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, $37.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Schofields - East has 145.0% more development activity per person, providing ample choice for buyers, although recent periods show some moderation in development activity. This level is significantly higher than the national average, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New developments consist of 17.0% detached dwellings and 83.0% attached dwellings, focusing on higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements, marking a considerable change from the current housing mix, which is predominantly houses (75.0%). With around 130 people per approval, Schofields - East is considered a developing area.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, it is expected to grow by approximately 56,106 residents by 2041. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Schofields - East has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 57 projects that may affect the region. Notable initiatives include CASA at Sapphire Estate, Akuna Vista (Nirimba Fields), Tallawong Public School, and Tallawong Village. The following list details those expected to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Schofields - East performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Schofields - East has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate was 2.0% as of December 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.2%.

As of December 2025, there were 23,360 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 2.2% and workforce participation at 80.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census responses indicated that 52.6% of residents worked from home. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and finance & insurance. Schofields - East has a particular specialization in finance & insurance, with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level.

However, education & training employed only 6.9% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 8.9%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 3.2%, and labour force increased by 3.2%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 2.2%. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2% and unemployment rise marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Schofields - East's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The Schofields - East SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $73,537 and an average of $84,856 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is significantly higher than the national median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $81,126 (median) and $93,613 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Schofields - East all rank highly, between the 89th and 93rd percentiles nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 38.1% of the community (16,103 individuals), which is consistent with broader trends across the broader area showing 30.9% in the same category. Economic strength is evident through 42.8% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 21.4% of income, but strong earnings still place disposable income at the 90th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Schofields - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Schofields - East, as per the latest Census, consisted of 74.9% houses and 25.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Schofields - East was at 5.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.1% and rented dwellings at 39.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,817, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Schofields - East was $550, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Schofields - East's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,817 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while median weekly rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Schofields - East features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 85.6% of all households, including 56.5% couples with children, 18.4% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.4%, with lone person households at 11.3% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Schofields - East shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Schofields - East shows a significant advantage with 52.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications. This compares to the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 18.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational pathways account for 22.6% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 10.4% and certificates 12.2%.

Educational participation is high in the area, with 35.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.4% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Schofields - East has 125 active public transport stops offering a mix of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 96 routes, facilitating 11,948 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 196 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most commuters travel outward; cars remain the dominant mode at 75%, while train usage stands at 18%. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 52.6% of residents work from home, potentially reflecting COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 1,706 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 95 weekly trips per individual stop. The map provided displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

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

AreaSearch's assessment shows Schofields - East has low prevalence of common health conditions across all ages. The most prevalent conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.1% and 4.3% of residents respectively.

Overall, 84.6% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Private health cover is high at approximately 62%, above the national average of 55.7%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 5.0% (2,096 people), compared to 15.5% in Greater Sydney. While health outcomes among seniors are strong, they rank lower nationally than those of the broader population.

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

Schofields-East is among the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with 60.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home as of 2016 Census data. A total of 56.4% of Schofields-East residents were born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Schofields-East, making up 33.6% of the population.

However, Hinduism is substantially overrepresented, comprising 28.4%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Schofields-East are Other at 25.5%, Indian at 22.8%, and Australian at 11.7%. Notably, Filipino representation is overrepresented at 4.9% compared to the regional average of 2.0%, Samoan at 0.9% (regional: 0.5%), and Sri Lankan at 0.8% (regional: 0.3%).

Schofields - East hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Schofields-East has a median age of 32 years, which is notably younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Schofields-East has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (25.6%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (4.8%). This concentration of residents aged 35-44 is significantly higher than the national average of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data indicates demographic aging, with the median age increasing from 31 to 32 years between these periods. Key changes show that the 45 to 54 age group grew from 8.7% to 12.5%, while the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 11.0% to 12.3%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort declined from 19.1% to 14.8%, and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 10.0% to 7.5%. Demographic modeling suggests that Schofields-East's age profile will undergo significant changes by 2041, with the strongest projected growth in the 35 to 44 cohort at 98%, adding 10,584 residents to reach a total of 21,413.