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Population
Population growth drivers in Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters's population is approximately 8,807 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 529 people, a 6.4% rise from the 2021 Census total of 8,278 residents. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates; the resident population was 8,844 in June 2024 and there were 180 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density of 2,287 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area (5.4%) between the 2021 Census and June 2024. Overseas migration contributed approximately 71.1% of overall population gains during this period.
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 (base year: 2021) are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends project an above median growth, with Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters expected to increase by 1,297 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 15.2% over the 17-year period.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters has had approximately 61 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 306 homes. As of FY-26, there have been 4 approvals recorded. The average number of new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 was 1.6. This suggests a balanced supply and demand dynamic in the market.
The average construction value for new homes is $772,000, indicating a focus on premium properties. In FY-26, commercial approvals have reached $16.8 million, showing steady investment activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters has 86.0% more building activity per person. Recent construction comprises 12.0% detached dwellings and 88.0% townhouses or apartments, creating more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift reflects the reduced availability of development sites and changing lifestyle demands. With around 352 people per dwelling approval, Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters shows a developed market.
By 2041, it is projected to grow by 1,334 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond projections.
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Infrastructure
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally
AreaSearch has identified a total of 53 projects that are expected to impact the area, with changes to local infrastructure being significant influencers on performance. Notable projects include Rail Service Improvement Program - T8 Airport & South Line Upgrades (part of MTMS Stage 2), M6 Stage 1 (St Peters to Kogarah), Camdenville Park Upgrade, and Precinct 75 Build-To-Rent Project. The following list details those deemed most relevant.
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Erskineville Village
$2.3 billion urban renewal masterplan transforming a 50,000sqm former industrial site into a vibrant mixed-use community. The project includes approximately 1,075-1,300 new homes, primarily Build-to-Rent (BTR) apartments (including affordable housing) and build-to-sell townhouses/apartments, along with 5,000sqm of retail/hospitality and the 7,500sqm McPherson Park. Key elements include the Kooka Walk pedestrian boulevard. Development Application for the main BTR component was approved by the City of Sydney.
M6 Stage 1 (St Peters to Kogarah)
Construction of M6 Stage 1 motorway connecting St Peters to Kogarah, featuring twin four-kilometre tunnels, new interchanges, and a new five-kilometre shared pedestrian and cyclist pathway. The project aims to reduce congestion on local roads, bypass up to 23 sets of traffic lights on the Princes Highway, and link Sydney's south to the wider motorway network. The expected completion has been delayed from late 2025 to late 2028 due to two subsidence incidents in March 2024. As of July 2025, surface works and shared path construction are being prioritised, with nearly 90 per cent of tunnelling complete.
Rail Service Improvement Program - T8 Airport & South Line Upgrades (Component of MTMS Stage 2)
The T8 Airport & South Line Improvements are part of the broader Rail Service Improvement Program (formerly More Trains, More Services Stage 2). The scope includes power supply and signalling upgrades along the T8 Airport Line tunnel from Central to Wolli Creek Junction, construction of a new substation at Wolli Creek, and platform canopy extension at Wolli Creek Station. These upgrades will increase peak service capacity and support the introduction of new suburban trains.
Henson Park Grandstand Redevelopment
Two-stage $20 million redevelopment of the historic King George V Memorial Grandstand at Henson Park, Marrickville. Stage 1 completed September 2025 delivering new female-friendly change rooms, gymnasium, multi-use function room, elevator, accessible amenities and grandstand extension. Stage 2 (under construction, due for completion mid-2026) includes new public toilets, canteen, coaches boxes, media facilities and further upgrades. The venue will become a premier AFLW home ground for Sydney Swans and GWS Giants women's teams while remaining the home of the Newtown Jets rugby league club.
Wolli Creek and T8 Airport Line Power Supply Upgrade
Major rail infrastructure upgrade delivering power supply enhancements along the T8 Airport Line tunnel from Central to Wolli Creek Junction. Part of the Rail Service Improvement Program (formerly More Trains More Services), the project includes construction of a new substation at Wolli Creek Junction (5A Lusty Street), installation and modification of 6km of overhead wiring and new power supply cables throughout the tunnel from Chalmers Street substation through to Green Square, Mascot and Wolli Creek stations, installation of new power supply cable between Chalmers Street Substation and Rail Operations Centre at Green Square, signalling system upgrades, platform canopy extensions at Wolli Creek Station, and decommissioning of redundant substations at Undercliffe and Wolli Creek signalling hut. The upgrade will support increased train services on the T8 Airport Line including an 80% increase at Airport stations, accommodate new train fleets, and future-proof the Sydney Trains network for additional services and capacity while enhancing grid reliability for growing residential, commercial and logistics developments in the area.
Marrickville Station Metro Upgrade
Upgrade of Marrickville Station to metro standards as part of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project, including platform screen doors, level access, and frequent air-conditioned trains. The line is currently closed for conversion, with services expected to commence in 2026.
Tempe Reserve Upgrade
Upgrade of sporting facilities within Tempe Reserve delivering a new synthetic multi-purpose sports field, upgrades to five natural turf fields, new irrigation and stormwater drainage with harvesting to service amenities, upgraded sports lighting, four new cricket nets and two upgraded wickets, new pathways, tree planting, and related improvements. Works form part of the Tempe Reserve Plan of Management and Master Plan to enhance community recreation.
The Timberyards
A $1.5-billion mixed-use build-to-rent precinct transforming a 2.2-hectare former industrial site into a neo-industrial neighbourhood. Features 1,188 rental apartments including 484 build-to-rent units, 589 co-living dwellings, and 115 affordable housing units across seven buildings ranging from 8 to 13 storeys. Includes 2,400 sqm of commercial and retail space, 10,200 sqm of public open space, creative arts hub, and retained warehouse structure. Developed by RTL Co., a spinoff of Scape Australia, with construction expected to commence in early 2026 if approved.
Employment
The labour market in Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia
Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters has an educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 4.0%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.
In June 2025, 72.5% of residents participate in the workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (130.9%), health care & social assistance (87.8%), and education & training (74.2%). Construction shows lower representation at 5.9% versus the regional average of 8.6%. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.8, indicating ample local employment opportunities.
Over the year ending June 2025, employment increased by 1.0%, labour force grew by 0.7%, reducing unemployment by 0.3 percentage points to 4.0%. Greater Sydney recorded higher employment growth (2.6%) but also higher unemployment (4.2%). National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May 2025, project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters' employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.
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Income
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis
Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters has an extremely high national income level according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. The median income among taxpayers in the area is $71,567 and the average income stands at $86,772, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $56,994 and $80,856 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $80,592 (median) and $97,714 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters, between the 93rd and 93rd percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that the largest segment comprises 28.9% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (2,545 residents), consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 30.9% in the same category. The district demonstrates considerable affluence with 44.3% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 18.7% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 90th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.
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Housing
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
In Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters, as per the latest Census, 41.8% were houses while 58.3% consisted of other dwellings like semi-detached homes and apartments. This contrasts with Sydney's metro area which had 29.2% houses and 70.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters stood at 24.6%, with mortgaged properties at 38.4% and rented ones at 37.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,900, higher than Sydney's metro average of $2,800. The median weekly rent was $630 compared to Sydney's metro figure of $495. Nationally, Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,900 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households account for 67.2% of all households, including 26.4% couples with children, 30.1% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up 32.8%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 10.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.3.
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Local Schools & Education
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators
Educational attainment in Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters significantly surpasses broader benchmarks. As of 2021, 48.6% of residents aged 15+ hold university qualifications compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% statewide in NSW. Bachelor degrees lead at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational pathways account for 23.1% of qualifications among those aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (13.3%).
Educational participation is notably high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of 2021. This includes 7.4% in primary education, 6.9% in tertiary education, and 4.8% pursuing secondary education. As of 2020, Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters' 3 schools have a combined enrollment reaching 1,529 students. The area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 1093. Education provision is balanced with 2 primary and 1 secondary school serving distinct age groups.
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Transport
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Transport analysis shows 45 active stops operating in Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters area. These include train, light rail, and bus stops serviced by 17 routes offering 18,584 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is excellent with residents typically 172 meters from nearest stop.
Service frequency averages 2,654 daily trips across all routes, equating to approximately 412 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups
Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters shows excellent health outcomes across all ages, with very low prevalence of common conditions. Approximately 64% (5,618 people) have private health cover, exceeding the national average of 55.3%.
Mental health issues and asthma are most prevalent at 9.9% and 8.0%, respectively. 73.1% report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.3%. The area has 11.0% (966 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Sydney's 13.0%. Seniors' health outcomes align with the general population's profile.
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Cultural Diversity
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters has notable cultural diversity, with 27.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 35.2% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters, comprising 33.3% of people. Judaism is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 0.6% of Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters' population.
The top three ancestry groups are English (21.3%), Australian (18.2%), and Other (12.8%). Notably, Macedonian (2.1%) is overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.5%. French (0.9%) and Vietnamese (2.9%) also have notable representation in Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters.
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Age
Sydenham - Tempe - St Peters's population is slightly younger than the national pattern
Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters has a median age of 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 and slightly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (22.1%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (9.9%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is well above the national average of 14.2%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has increased from 20.1% to 22.1%, while those aged 15 to 24 have risen from 8.8% to 9.9%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 22.4% to 20.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Sydenham-Tempe-St Peters' age profile will significantly change. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow the most at 35%, adding 396 residents to reach 1,545. Meanwhile, the 0-4 cohort shows a modest growth of 0% (adding one person).