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 May 2026, is approximately 9,305. This figure represents an increase of 59 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,246. The rise was inferred from ABS estimated resident population data for June 2025 and validated new addresses. This results in a population density of 2,367 persons per square kilometer, placing it among the highest quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. Overseas migration contributed approximately 75.9% of recent population growth.

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 from 2022 are used, with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, an above median population growth is projected, with the area expected to expand by 1,223 persons, reflecting a total gain of 13.1% over the 16-year period.

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 around 25 homes. As of FY-26, five approvals have been recorded so far. Despite a falling population during this period, development activity has been adequate relative to population change, which is positive for buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected construction cost value of $445,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments.

In FY-26, around $2.2 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting minimal commercial development activity compared to residential. When measured against Greater Sydney, Silverwater - Newington records significantly lower building activity, at 94.0% below the regional average per person, reflecting its established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent years have seen an acceleration in building activity, though it remains under the national average. The new development mix consists of approximately 20.0% standalone homes and 80.0% townhouses or apartments, shifting from the area's existing housing composition (currently 36.0% houses). This higher-density living creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. The location has around 915 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. Future projections estimate Silverwater - Newington to add approximately 1,223 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate.

At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Silverwater - Newington 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 26 projects likely impacting 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 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 professional services being well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.2% and there was an estimated employment growth of 5.1% in the past year. As of December 2025, 5,006 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation is at 65.8%, slightly below Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census data shows 51.0% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Major employment industries include 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.

Conversely, construction is under-represented at 6.3% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%. There are 1.5 workers per resident, indicating Silverwater Newington functions as an employment hub attracting workers from nearby areas. Between December 2024 and 2025, employment increased by 5.1% while labour force grew by 4.4%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.2% with a marginal rise in unemployment. Future employment demand can be inferred from Jobs and Skills Australia's national forecasts for May-25, projecting 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 could 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's aggregation of ATO data for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $59,795 and the average income stood at $69,794, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By March 2026, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% would be approximately $65,966 for median income and $76,997 for average income. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes all rank highly in Silverwater - Newington, between the 78th and 81st percentiles nationally. Income distribution reveals that 34.2% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, mirroring regional levels at 30.9%. Higher earners make up a substantial presence with 35.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 18.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 78th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places 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

In Silverwater - Newington, as per the latest Census, 36.5% of dwellings were houses while 63.4% were other types such as semi-detached homes and apartments. This differed from Sydney metropolitan areas where 55.9% were houses and 44.1% were other dwellings. Home ownership in Silverwater - Newington stood at 22.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.1% and rented ones at 37.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,391, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Weekly rent in Silverwater - Newington was $520 compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, mortgage repayments were higher at $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 account for the remaining 20.6%, composed of 18.4% lone person households and 2.3% group households. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is 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 higher than national averages. As of 2021 data, 51.7% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 33.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (15.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational pathways account for 24.2% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, 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 as of the latest data. 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 serving a mix of bus routes. These routes provide 2,448 weekly passenger trips collectively. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 171 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 78%, while train usage stands at 8% and walking at 5%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

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

AreaSearch's assessment shows Silverwater - Newington has excellent health outcomes. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups.

Private health cover is high at approximately 54% of the total population (~5,015 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most common medical conditions are asthma (5.5%) and mental health issues (4%). A majority, 81.3%, report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Silverwater - Newington has a lower proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 10.1% (936 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.5%. 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. However, Islam is overrepresented, making up 10.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (18.8%), Other (16.3%), and Korean (13.5%). Notably, Lebanese (2.3%) and Filipino (3.4%) populations are higher than regional averages, while Russian is slightly higher at 0.5% compared to the region's 0.4%.

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

The median age in Silverwater - Newington is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Silverwater - Newington has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (16.4%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.5%). Between the 2016 Census on 9 August and the 2021 Census on 10 August, the median age in Silverwater - Newington increased by one year to 38 years. The proportion of residents aged 55-64 grew from 9.1% to 11.2%, while those aged 75-84 increased from 2.3% to 3.5%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 decreased from 21.2% to 19.2%, and those aged 0-4 dropped from 5.2% to 4.0%. By 2041, Silverwater - Newington is projected to see significant shifts in its age composition. The 45-54 age group is expected to grow by 78% (1,187 people), reaching 2,709 from 1,521. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts.