Silverwater - Newington

An assessment of population growth drivers in Silverwater - Newington reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Silverwater - Newington's population, as of February 2026, is approximately 9,296, reflecting an increase of 50 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 9,246. This increase was inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,283 in June 2024 and an additional 24 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is 2,365 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 69.7% of overall population gains during recent periods. 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 from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, an above median population growth is projected, with the area expected to expand by 1,256 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 13.4% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Silverwater - Newington is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Silverwater - Newington has seen approximately five new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 25 homes. As of FY-26, four approvals have been recorded so far. Despite a falling population during this period, development activity has been deemed adequate relative to other areas, which could potentially benefit buyers. The average construction cost value for new properties in the area is around $445,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments.

This financial year alone, approximately $2.2 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting minimal commercial development activity compared to residential. When considering Greater Sydney as a whole, Silverwater - Newington records significantly lower building activity, at 94.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties, although building activity has accelerated in recent years. The area's development is also under the national average, suggesting its established nature and potential planning limitations. New development consists of approximately 20.0% standalone homes and 80.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a focus on higher-density living which creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, currently at 36.0% houses, suggesting decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. The location has approximately 915 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market.

According to AreaSearch quarterly estimates, Silverwater - Newington is projected to add around 1,243 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Silverwater - Newington has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 27 projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2, Club Ryde Ex Mixed Use Development, 287-295 Victoria Road Development, and Newington Reserve Upgrade. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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Silverwater - Newington ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Silverwater - Newington has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.3%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. In September 2025, 4971 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8% below Greater Sydney's rate.

Workforce participation is 66.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. A high 51.0% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Wholesale trade is notably concentrated, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

However, construction is under-represented, at 6.3% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. There are 1.5 workers for every resident, indicating Silverwater - Newington functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.9%, while labour force grew by 3.6%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.1% with a slight increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Silverwater - Newington's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The Silverwater - Newington SA2 had an income level above the national average according to AreaSearch aggregated ATO data for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $59,795 and the average income stood at $69,794. These figures compared to Greater Sydney's of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% were approximately $65,093 (median) and $75,978 (average). Census data showed household, family and personal incomes ranked highly in Silverwater - Newington, between the 78th and 81st percentiles nationally. Distribution data revealed that 34.2% of individuals earned between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, mirroring regional levels where 30.9% occupied this bracket. Higher earners made up a substantial presence with 35.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consumed 18.2% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 78th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Silverwater - Newington features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Silverwater - Newington, as per the latest Census, consisted of 36.5% houses and 63.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Silverwater - Newington was at 22.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (40.1%) or rented (37.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,391, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $520, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Silverwater - Newington's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 79.4% of all households, including 46.0% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 20.6%, with lone person households at 18.4% and group households making up 2.3%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Silverwater - Newington demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Silverwater - Newington is notably high, with 51.7% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications, compared to the national average of 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 33.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (15.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational pathways account for 24.2% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates also at 12.1%. Educational participation is high, with 42.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 15.5% in primary, 10.4% in secondary, and 8.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 42.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 15.5% in primary education, 10.4% in secondary education, and 8.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Silverwater - Newington has 62 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 8 different routes that together facilitate 2,448 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living within 171 meters of the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area. Car remains the dominant mode of travel at 78%, while train accounts for 8% and walking for 5%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 51.0% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 349 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 39 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Silverwater-Newington shows excellent health outcomes, according to AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Approximately 54% of residents have private health cover, which is higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 5.5% and 4.0% of residents respectively. Around 81.3% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 10.2% (951 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

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

Silverwater-Newington has a high cultural diversity, with 47.1% of its population born overseas and 57.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Silverwater-Newington, comprising 47.5% of people. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 10.6% versus the regional average of 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (18.8%), Other (16.3%), and Korean (13.5%). These percentages are higher than their respective regional averages of 8.4%, 27.9%, and 1.1%. Notably, Lebanese (2.3% vs 2.6%), Filipino (3.4% vs 2.0%), and Russian (0.5% vs 0.4%) groups are also overrepresented in Silverwater-Newington compared to Greater Sydney.

Silverwater - Newington's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Silverwater - Newington is 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Silverwater - Newington has a higher percentage of residents aged 45-54 (16.5%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.6%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the median age in Silverwater - Newington increased by 1.1 years to 38 years. The percentage of residents aged 55-64 grew from 9.1% to 11.4%, while those aged 75-84 increased from 2.3% to 3.6%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 35-44 decreased from 21.2% to 19.3%, and those aged 25-34 dropped from 15.9% to 14.1%. By 2041, Silverwater - Newington's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 78% (1,189 people), reaching 2,723 from 1,533. Meanwhile, population declines are anticipated for the 0-4 and 25-34 age cohorts.