South Wentworthville

Population growth drivers in South Wentworthville are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, South Wentworthville's population is around 7,662 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 357 people (4.9%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,305 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,629 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 48 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 4,328 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, making land in the area a highly sought resource. Over the past decade, South Wentworthville has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a 1.4% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 55.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected, with the area expected to expand by 820 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 10.3% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees South Wentworthville recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

South Wentworthville has averaged around 56 new dwelling approvals per year, with 284 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 21 so far in FY-26. At an average of 1.1 new residents per year arriving per new home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem well-matched, fostering stable market dynamics, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $224,000—below the regional average—suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers.

Compared to Greater Sydney, South Wentworthville has similar development levels (per person), maintaining a market balance consistent with the broader area, though building activity has slowed in recent years. New building activity consists of 26.0% detached dwellings and 74.0% townhouses or apartments. This skew toward compact living offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a considerable change from the current housing mix (currently 62.0% houses), reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 252 people per dwelling approval, South Wentworthville shows characteristics of a low density area.

Population forecasts indicate South Wentworthville will gain 787 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

South Wentworthville has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 8 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include 65-71 Jersey Road, South Wentworthville, Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead, Merrylands RSL Club Redevelopment Stage 2, and Cardinal Gilroy Village Redevelopment - 45 Barcom Street, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment drivers in South Wentworthville are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

South Wentworthville possesses a well-educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of 7.9%, and 3.9% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 3,644 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 3.7% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, showing room for improvement, and workforce participation lags significantly (64.2% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a high 38.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in construction, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Meanwhile, professional & technical services have a limited presence with 7.5% employment compared to 11.5% regionally. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, during the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 3.9% and the labour force increased by 4.2%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney, where employment rose by 2.2%, the labour force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within South Wentworthville. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to South Wentworthville's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

The South Wentworthville SA2's income level is slightly above average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The South Wentworthville SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,740 and the average income stands at $68,921, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $62,856 (median) and $75,027 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household income ranks at the 48th percentile ($1,727 weekly), while personal income sits at the 26th percentile. The data shows the predominant cohort spans 33.7% of locals (2,582 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 30.9% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 78.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 43rd percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

South Wentworthville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure within South Wentworthville, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 61.8% houses and 38.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within South Wentworthville slightly lagged that of Sydney metro, at 26.5%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (36.1%) or rented (37.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Sydney metro average at $2,328, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $460, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, South Wentworthville's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

South Wentworthville has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 76.1% of all households, comprising 43.0% couples with children, 17.7% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 23.9%, with lone person households at 20.7% and group households comprising 3.0% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in South Wentworthville aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (28.5%) substantially below the SA4 region average of 39.1%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 19.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 29.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (18.5%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.8% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 72 active transport stops operating within South Wentworthville, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 36 individual routes, collectively providing 2,287 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 122 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 84%, with 7% by train and 6% by bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A high 38.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 326 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 31 weekly trips per individual stop.

South Wentworthville's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout South Wentworthville, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Younger cohorts in particular see very low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover just leads that of the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~4,083 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and diabetes, impacting 6.3 and 5.5% of residents, respectively, while 76.3% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 14.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,082 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

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

South Wentworthville is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 46.8% of its population born overseas and 59.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in South Wentworthville is Christianity, which makes up 57.6% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Islam, which comprises 16.4% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in South Wentworthville are Other, comprising 24.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 16.0%, Lebanese, comprising 19.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 2.6%, and Australian, comprising 12.8% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 17.8%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 2.4% of South Wentworthville (vs 1.0% regionally), Indian at 6.8% (vs 3.6%) and Filipino at 2.6% (vs 2.0%).

South Wentworthville's population is younger than the national pattern

South Wentworthville's median age of 35 years stands slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 as well as somewhat younger than the 38-year national average. The 15 - 24 age group shows strong representation at 14.4% compared to Greater Sydney, whereas the 35 - 44 cohort is less prevalent at 14.2%. In the period since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 13.1% to 14.4% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 3.9% to 5.0%. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort has declined from 16.3% to 14.2% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 13.9% to 12.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for South Wentworthville. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by 230 people (25%) from 904 to 1,135. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 56% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age groups will see reduced numbers.