Spring Farm

Spring Farm lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Spring Farm's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 11,592. This figure represents a growth of 2,053 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,539. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,379 in June 2024 and an additional 225 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,978 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Spring Farm's growth rate of 21.5% since the 2021 census exceeds that of its SA3 area (6.9%) and the state, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 44.6% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including interstate migration and overseas migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is expected, with the area projected to increase by 2,416 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 19.0% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Spring Farm was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Spring Farm approved approximately 116 residential properties annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 582 homes were granted approval, with another 13 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, about 6.8 new residents arrived per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

This indicates substantial supply lagging behind demand, which typically results in heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average cost to develop new dwellings was $202,000 during this period, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totaled $477,000, reflecting a predominantly residential focus in Spring Farm. Compared to Greater Sydney, Spring Farm exhibits 199.0% higher construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice, although recent construction activity has eased somewhat. This high level of construction activity is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. Recent construction comprises 77.0% standalone homes and 23.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving Spring Farm's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing that attracts space-seeking buyers.

This represents a notable shift from the existing housing stock, which is currently 94.0% houses, suggesting decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 175 people per dwelling approval, Spring Farm exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Spring Farm is expected to grow by approximately 2,203 residents through to 2041. If current development rates continue, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Spring Farm has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects expected to impact the region. Notable ones are Evergreen Spring Farm, Springs Road/Macarthur Roundabout Upgrade, Elderslie Estate by Mirvac, and Spring Farm Riverside. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Spring Farm performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Spring Farm has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.9%.

As of September 2025, 7,287 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.4% and workforce participation at 90.5%. A significant portion, 30.8%, work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Major employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Spring Farm shows strong specialization in construction, with an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 4.2% compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 5.9%, labour force grew by 6.1%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project an expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Spring Farm's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The median taxpayer income in Spring Farm SA2 was $71,225 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The average income for this area was $85,944 during the same period. Nationally, these figures are extremely high compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,030 in 2023. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $77,536 and an average income of around $93,559, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since the financial year 2023. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Spring Farm all rank highly nationally, between the 86th and 87th percentiles. The predominant income bracket spans 46.1% of locals (5,343 people), with incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999 per week. This is similar to the region where 30.9% of individuals fall into this bracket. Economic strength in Spring Farm is evident through 31.0% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, which supports elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume approximately 20.7% of income in the area, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 80th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Spring Farm is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Spring Farm's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 93.7% houses and 6.3% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Spring Farm stood at 10.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 63.0% and rented ones at 26.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Spring Farm was $510, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Spring Farm's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,500 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher at $510 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 86.7% of all households, including 48.5% couples with children, 24.1% couples without children, and 13.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 13.3%, with lone person households at 11.9% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 23.0%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (29.5%). Educational participation is high at 31.1%, with 12.3% in primary education, 6.4% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.3% in primary education, 6.4% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Spring Farm shows that there are currently 33 operational transport stops within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 10 individual routes providing service to the community. Collectively, these routes facilitate 462 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport services is rated as good, with residents typically residing approximately 261 meters away from their nearest transport stop. As Spring Farm is predominantly residential, most commuting patterns involve outward travel, primarily by car, which remains the dominant mode of transportation at a rate of 94%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which exceeds the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant portion of residents, specifically 30.8%, work from home, which may be reflective of COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency for all routes averages at approximately 66 trips per day, translating to roughly 14 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Spring Farm is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Spring Farm shows better-than-average health outcomes, as evaluated by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Prevalence of common health conditions is notably low across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 62% of the total population (7,187 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%, and the national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 8.3 and 7.9% of residents respectively. About 76.5% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 6.6% of residents aged 65 and over (766 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.3%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Spring Farm records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Spring Farm's cultural diversity was above average, with 17.1% of its population born overseas and 15.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Spring Farm, comprising 56.0%, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestry, Australian was the most represented group at 28.4%, significantly higher than the regional average of 17.8%.

English and Other groups followed at 23.8% and 11.1% respectively. Notably, Maltese, Spanish, and Croatian ethnicities were overrepresented in Spring Farm compared to regional averages: Maltese at 1.8% vs 1.0%, Spanish at 0.8% vs 0.6%, and Croatian at 0.9% vs 0.7%.

Spring Farm hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Spring Farm's median age is 31, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Spring Farm has a higher percentage of residents aged 0-4 (11.2%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6.4%). This 0-4 concentration is notably higher than the national average of 5.7%. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 35 to 44 has increased from 17.1% to 19.2%, while the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 23.1% to 19.9%, and the 0 to 4 group has dropped from 13.0% to 11.2%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant changes in Spring Farm's age profile. The 55 to 64 age cohort is expected to grow substantially, increasing by 906 people (122%) from 743 to 1,650. Conversely, the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 cohorts are projected to decrease in population.