Strathfield South
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Strathfield South's population was around 3,712 as of November 2025. Between the 2021 Census and June 2024, the population increased by 76 people, from 3,636 to an estimated resident population of 3,712. This increase is attributed to overseas migration contributing approximately 80% of overall population gains during recent periods. The population density ratio was 1,478 persons per square kilometer as of June 2024, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. For future projections, AreaSearch adopts 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 are used, 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 population numbers, Strathfield South is anticipated to increase by 30 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 0.8% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Strathfield South is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Strathfield South has recorded approximately 9 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, 45 homes were approved, with a further 4 approved so far in FY26. The population has been declining in recent years, yet development activity has been adequate relative to this decline, which is positive for buyers.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $499,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. There have also been $8.7 million in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Strathfield South has significantly less development activity, 51.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Development activity is also lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

Recent development has been entirely comprised of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests at Census, indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. With around 552 people per dwelling approval, Strathfield South reflects a highly mature market. Looking ahead, Strathfield South is expected to grow by approximately 30 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are 41-47 Punchbowl Road Mixed-Use Development, Sydney Metro West, Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment, and The Balfour, Belfield. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Strathfield South remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Strathfield South has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 5.5% and it experienced an estimated employment growth of 4.6% over the past year.

As of June 2025, 2,003 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.5%, which is 1.3% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Strathfield South is 62.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Strathfield South has a particular specialization in education & training, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.

In contrast, retail trade employs only 7.9% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 9.3%. The ratio of 0.9 workers per resident indicates substantial local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 4.6%, while the labour force grew by 4.3%, causing a decrease in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. During this period, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with an increase in unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Strathfield South's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Strathfield South's median income among taxpayers was $52,649 in financial year 2022, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. The average income stood at $69,023 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median and average incomes of $56,994 and $80,856 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated current median income is approximately $59,288 and average income is around $77,727 as of September 2025. Census data shows that incomes in Strathfield South cluster around the 65th percentile nationally. The predominant income bracket spans 32.2% of locals (1,195 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, similar to the metropolitan region where this cohort represents 30.9%. A substantial presence of higher earners is noted, with 30.2% exceeding $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 66th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Strathfield South displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Strathfield South's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 55.4% houses and 44.6% other types (semi-detached, apartments, others). This contrasts with Sydney metro's 33.5% houses and 66.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Strathfield South was higher at 29.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.5% and rented ones at 34.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,400, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,436. Median weekly rent in Strathfield South was $460, slightly higher than Sydney metro's $465. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 76.5% of all households, including 41.9% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.5%, with lone person households at 20.7% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Strathfield South exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational attainment in Strathfield South is significantly higher than broader benchmarks. As of the last census, 41.8% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in New South Wales (NSW). This educational advantage is largely due to Bachelor degrees, which are held by 27.7% of residents in this age group, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.9%, and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational pathways account for 24.3% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and over, with advanced diplomas making up 9.7% and certificates 14.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education. The area has two schools serving a total of 563 students: St Anne's Catholic Primary School and Australian International Academy, Sydney, Strathfield Campus. Socio-educational conditions are above average, with an ICSEA score of 1066. Educational mix includes one primary school and one K-12 school.

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

Strathfield South has 24 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 17 different routes that collectively facilitate 2,617 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 143 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 373 daily trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 109 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results in Strathfield South, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 54% (~1,993 people) have private health cover, compared to 57.3% across Greater Sydney.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 5.8 and 5.7% of residents respectively. About 76.0% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.0% in Greater Sydney. Around 16.6% (615 people) of residents are aged 65 and over, higher than the 14.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

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

Strathfield South has a population that is culturally diverse, with 48.3% born overseas and 58.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Strathfield South, accounting for 55.2% of its population. Hinduism is notably represented, making up 11.2%, compared to 11.2% across Greater Sydney.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (18.0%), Chinese (15.0%), and Australian (10.7%). Korean (4.9%) and Lebanese (5.2%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Strathfield South, compared to regional percentages of 2.8% and 3.1%, respectively. Sri Lankan ethnicity is also notably present at 1.6%.

Strathfield South's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Strathfield South was close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years at the time of the census, also equivalent to Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Strathfield South had a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (13.1%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (11.1%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the population aged 35-44 grew from 15.1% to 16.2%, while the population aged 55-64 declined from 12.3% to 11.1%. By 2041, Strathfield South's age composition is expected to change significantly. The number of residents aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 54%, reaching 314 people from a base of 204. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 84% of the population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 45-54 and 15-24.