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 is around 46,323 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 21,193 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 25,130 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 36,359 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 4,122 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,972 persons per square kilometer. Schofields - East's growth of 84.3% since the 2021 census exceeded the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 73.8%.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Projected demographic shifts indicate exceptional growth over the period, with the area expected to increase by 62,275 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 111.9% in total over the 17 years.

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 fiscal years 2021 (FY-21) and 2025 (FY-25), around 6,728 homes were approved, with an additional 105 approved in FY-26 as of the current period. On average, about 2.9 people have moved to the area per new home constructed over these five years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value for new homes is around $204,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. This financial year has seen $37.8 million in commercial approvals registered, reflecting robust commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Schofields - East records 174.0% more development activity per person, offering ample choice for buyers despite recent moderation in development activity. This high level of activity is substantially above the national average, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists of 17.0% detached dwellings and 83.0% attached dwellings, promoting higher-density living that suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers, marking a significant shift from the current housing mix of 75.0% houses. With around 130 people per approval, Schofields - East reflects an area undergoing development. By 2041, it is projected to grow by approximately 51,820 residents, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate.

Given current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, presenting good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 59 projects likely to impact the area. Notable ones include CASA at Sapphire Estate, Akuna Vista (Nirimba Fields), Tallawong Public School, and Landcom Demonstration Precinct, Schofields. The following list details those 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 is 1.9%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 5.7%.

As of September 2025, there are 23,408 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.3% and workforce participation at 88.2%, higher than Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses indicate that 52.6% of residents work from home. The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and finance & insurance. Schofields - East has a particular specialization in finance & insurance, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

However, education & training employs only 6.9% of local workers, lower than Greater Sydney's 8.9%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparing working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 5.7%, while the labour force grew by 5.6%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable at 1.9%. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1%, labour force grow by 2.4%, and unemployment increase to 4.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion 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, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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 income of $84,856 in financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. These figures are significantly higher than the national averages for Greater Sydney, which were $60,817 (median) and $83,030 (average). Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $80,052 (median) and $92,374 (average). Census data shows that incomes in Schofields - East rank highly nationally, between the 89th and 93rd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The income bracket of $1,500 to $2,999 captures 38.1% of individuals (17,649) in Schofields - East, which is consistent with broader trends across the area showing 30.9% in the same category. Economic strength is evident with 42.8% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 21.4% of income, but strong earnings 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 evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 74.9% houses and 25.1% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Schofields - East was 5.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.1% and rented ones at 39.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,817, higher than Sydney metro's $2,427. The median weekly rent was $550, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Schofields - East's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,817, while 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 account for 85.6% of all households, including 56.5% couples with children, 18.4% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. The remaining 14.4% are non-family households, consisting of 11.3% lone person households and 3.1% group households. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is 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 is notably high, with 52.9% of residents aged 15 years and over holding university qualifications as of the latest data point. This compares to 30.4% at the national level and 32.2% in New South Wales (NSW). The area's educational advantage is evident across various qualification types, with bachelor degrees being the most prevalent at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 18.0%, and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational pathways account for 22.6% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and over, with advanced diplomas making up 10.4% and certificates accounting for 12.2%.

Educational participation is particularly 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 different routes, collectively facilitating 11,948 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 196 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 75%, while 18% use trains. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 52.6% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 1,706 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 95 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

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

Schofields - East demonstrates excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups.

Approximately 62% of the total population (28,534 people) has private health cover, higher than the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.1% and 4.3% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 84.6%, report being free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 4.9% (2,255 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings for the general 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. Additionally, 56.4% of Schofields-East's residents were born overseas. Christianity was found to be the predominant religion in Schofields-East, comprising 33.6% of the population.

However, Hinduism showed a significant overrepresentation at 28.4%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%. According to ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups were Other at 25.5%, Indian at 22.8%, and Australian at 11.7%. These figures are notably higher than regional averages, except for Australian which was lower. There were also notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Filipino at 4.9% compared to 2.0% regionally, Samoan at 0.9% versus 0.5%, and Sri Lankan at 0.8% against 0.3%.

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

At 32 years, Schofields-East has a median age materially younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38. Relative to Greater Sydney, Schofields-East has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (26.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (4.8%). This 35-44 concentration is well above the national average of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 45 to 54 age group grew from 8.7% to 12.1%, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 24.7% to 26.3%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort declined from 19.1% to 14.1%, and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 10.0% to 7.6%. Demographic modeling suggests Schofields-East's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 35 to 44 cohort projected to grow by 81%, adding 9,814 residents to reach a total of 21,979.