South Wentworthville

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

South Wentworthville's population is approximately 7,662 as of February 2026. This represents an increase of 357 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,305. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7,629 in June 2024 and an additional 48 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 4,328 persons per square kilometer, placing South Wentworthville in the top 10% of locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, ending in February 2026, South Wentworthville has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 55.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch's projections for South Wentworthville are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024, with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government SA2 level projections released in 2022, with a base year of 2021, are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, South Wentworthville's population is expected to increase by approximately 820 persons, reflecting a gain of 10.3% in total over the 17-year period.

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 approximately 56 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25284 homes were approved, with a further 20 approved in FY26 up to now.

On average, about 1.1 new residents have arrived per new home constructed over these five years, indicating a balance between supply and demand that has maintained stable market conditions. The average construction cost of new properties is around $224,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. Comparatively, South Wentworthville's development levels per capita are similar to those of Greater Sydney, contributing to a balanced market consistent with the broader area. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. The new building activity shows 26.0% detached dwellings and 74.0% townhouses or apartments, reflecting a shift towards compact living that offers affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

This represents a significant change from the current housing mix of 62.0% houses, likely due to reduced availability of development sites and evolving lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. South Wentworthville has around 252 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a low density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, South Wentworthville is forecasted to gain approximately 787 residents by 2041. Given the current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified eight projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include 65-71 Jersey Road in South Wentworthville, the Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead, Merrylands RSL Club Redevelopment Stage 2, and Cardinal Gilroy Village Redevelopment at 45 Barcom Street. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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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's workforce is highly educated with professional services well-represented. The unemployment rate was 8.2% as of September 2025, showing a 1.4% employment growth over the previous year. Residents' unemployment rate stood at 4.0%, higher than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation was lower at 63.9% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. A significant 38.3% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment industries included health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction showed notable concentration with levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services had limited presence with 7.5% employment compared to the regional 11.5%. The area's predominantly residential nature may indicate limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and 2025, employment levels increased by 1.4%, labour force grew by 3.0%, resulting in a 1.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. This contrasted with Greater Sydney where employment rose by 2.1% and unemployment increased by only 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to South Wentworthville's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

The South Wentworthville SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $57,740 and an average income of $68,921 in financial year 2023, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,023 for the same period. By September 2025, estimated incomes based on Wage Price Index growth would be approximately $62,856 (median) and $75,027 (average). In 2021 Census data, household income ranked at the 48th percentile ($1,727 weekly), while personal income was at the 26th percentile. The predominant income cohort in South Wentworthville consisted of 33.7% of locals (2,582 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, similar to the surrounding region's 30.9%. Income remaining after housing costs was 78.8%, ranking at the 43rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile, indicating severe housing affordability pressures.

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

South Wentworthville's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 61.8% houses and 38.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in South Wentworthville stood at 26.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.1% and rented dwellings at 37.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,328, below the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $460, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, South Wentworthville's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,328 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 76.1% of all households, including 43.0% couples with children, 17.7% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.9%, with lone person households at 20.7% and group households comprising 3.0% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 people, 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's university qualification rate is 28.5%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 39.1%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 29.8% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.3% and certificates at 18.5%. Educational participation is high, with 33.8% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.8% in primary, 8.4% in secondary, and 6.4% in tertiary education.

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

South Wentworthville has 72 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 36 different routes, offering a total of 2,287 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in the area is rated as excellent, with residents located an average of 122 meters from their nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the primary mode of transport, used by 84% of residents, while train and bus are used by 7% and 6% respectively. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.4, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 38.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 326 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 31 weekly trips per 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. AreaSearch's assessment indicates low mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, particularly among younger cohorts.

Private health cover is high at approximately 53% of the total population (~4,083 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (6.3%) and diabetes (5.5%), with 76.3% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. There are 14.1% seniors aged 65 and over (1,082 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally compared to 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, as of the latest data available, has a population that is significantly diverse with 46.8% born overseas and 59.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in South Wentworthville, accounting for 57.6% of its population. However, Islam is notably overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, making up 16.4% of South Wentworthille's population.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are 'Other', at 24.4%, Lebanese at 19.0%, and Australian at 12.8%. These figures differ significantly from regional averages: 'Other' is substantially higher (24.4% vs 16.0%), Lebanese is also notably higher (19.0% vs 2.6%), while Australian is lower than average (12.8% vs 17.8%). Additionally, there are notable disparities in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese at 2.4% compared to the regional average of 1.0%, Indian at 6.8% compared to 3.6%, and Filipino at 2.6% compared to 2.0%.

South Wentworthville's population is younger than the national pattern

South Wentworthville has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 15-24 age group makes up 14.4% of the population in South Wentworthville compared to Greater Sydney, while the 35-44 cohort comprises 14.2%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 13.1% to 14.4%, and the 75-84 age group has risen from 3.9% to 5.0%. Conversely, the 35-44 cohort has decreased from 16.3% to 14.2%, and the 5-14 age group has fallen from 13.9% to 12.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in South Wentworthville. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase by 230 people (25%), growing from 904 to 1,135. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 56% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 0-4 and 25-34 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.