Area profile · Greater Sydney
The Oaks - Oakdale has an estimated 10,447 residents, up 6.5% since the 2021 Census, with 86 projects tracked in the area around The Oaks - Oakdale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Oaks - Oakdale Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 63 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. According to AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 10,447 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 639 people (6.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported 9,808 people. This change is inferred from the estimated resident population (ERP) of 10,429 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 135 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area is distinguished by strong representation of detached houses, above-average median household income, a high proportion of married families, a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, an elevated construction employment base, and high levels of mortgaged homes.
Residents of the area include a high proportion of teenagers, and family households and couples with children form a large share of the community. Household income levels are high, and population growth has been moderate. Sales activity is relatively low when compared with the size of the population.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,821 in 2001 and 10,429 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,447 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 15.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.8%.
The Oaks - Oakdale ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 85th for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in The Oaks - Oakdale is $611 a week, up 5.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 23% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.4%.
23% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $426 in 2017, $620 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $287 in 2017, $398 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 311 Bobs Range Road, Orangeville NSW 2570 | $3,750,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1428 Burragorang Road, Oakdale NSW 2570 | $990,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1129 Burragorang Road, Belimbla Park NSW 2570 | $1,350,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 25 Paschendaele Place, Brownlow Hill NSW 2570 | $2,820,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1555 Werombi Road, Werombi NSW 2570 | $2,300,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 242 Dairy Road, The Oaks NSW 2570 | $4,487,500 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Marsh Place, The Oaks NSW 2570 | $1,275,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 180 Terry Road, Theresa Park NSW 2570 | $2,550,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Burragorang Road, Nattai NSW 2570 | $750,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 13/870 Burragorang Road, The Oaks NSW 2570 | $675,000 | 24 Aug 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 29 May 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $1,401,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $611 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.40m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.20m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,401,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 29 May 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $620 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $398 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wollondilly | $658 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wollondilly, over 12 months | +5.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Outer South West | $649 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Outer South West, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 139 tracked applications: 34 approved, 39 under assessment, 66 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 86 projects in and around The Oaks - Oakdale, 27 of them under construction.
Sydney Water has completed the upgrade of the West Camden Water Recycling Plant, doubling capacity to 32 ML/d to serve approximately…
The Camden Community Nursery is a purpose-built facility designed to support local biodiversity through the propagation of native plants.
An 80-hectare, $648 million all-electric masterplanned residential community by Mirvac delivering approximately 900 homes (lot sizes…
Revitalization of Camden's historic town centre with improved streetscapes, public spaces, heritage conservation, and enhanced retail and…
A $9.9 million renewal and upgrade of the Camden Civic Centre to modernise the facility and improve its amenities for community and…
A flagship masterplanned community by Cornish Group comprising 1,100 residential lots alongside the Nepean River, featuring elevated…
Final stages of the established Camden Lakeside golf course community, delivering premium residential lots overlooking the lake and…
Multi-stage civic and cultural precinct in Picton delivering a new Government Services Building (Stage 2, construction commenced mid-2025…
Road infrastructure upgrade including construction of a new roundabout, stormwater drainage works, pavement construction, provision of…
Major greenfield residential release area within the Greater Macarthur Growth Area delivering around 1,800 homes together with parks, local…
Masterplanned residential community delivered by AVID Property Group and AVJennings as a joint venture at Lodges Road, Elderslie in…
Evergreen at Spring Farm is a masterplanned residential community delivered by AVJennings within the Camden growth corridor near Narellan.
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Estimated completion year of the 40 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 10, 2027 12, 2028 3, 2029 5, 2030 5, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 139 substantial development applications lodged in and around The Oaks - Oakdale over the past 5 years, 103 in the last 12 months; 39 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 5, 2023 13, 2024 12, 2025 10, 2026 (to Oct) 98.
Key application 53 John Street, The Oaks Childcare | $4.3m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 139 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 103 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 47 | ABS building approvals | 57th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 34 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 include: West Camden Water Recycling Plant Upgrade (servicing Gledswood Hills) (Completed); Cobbitty by Mirvac (Construction); Arcadian Hills (Construction); Picton Road Upgrade (Planning); and Outer Sydney Metropolitan Correctional Precinct (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Communities, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within The Oaks - Oakdale when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 area has seen 75 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Oaks - Oakdale SA2's current population of 10,447 has been supported by 47 approvals on average over recent years.
The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 has seen 4.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 286 people in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Oaks - Oakdale SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 47, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 has grown by approximately 604 people, while 234 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in The Oaks - Oakdale are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,447 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 32 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,808 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 639 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 322.74 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,447 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,429 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The oaks - oakdale sa2 has added approximately 639 people and shown a 6.52% increase from the 9,808 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is estimated at 32 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (61.8%), Overseas migration (38.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 61.8% of overall population gains.
The Oaks - Oakdale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, The Oaks - Oakdale is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 15.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.9% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.9% of the population in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.3% of the population in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,407 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $80,822 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,296 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $869 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,346 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is approximately $71,708. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,407.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is approximately $85,978. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $80,822.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is approximately $71,708 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,407 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is approximately $85,978 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $80,822 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Oaks - Oakdale SA2's households (~32.8% / 971 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is $2,296/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is $2,346/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is $869/wk.
The Oaks - Oakdale SA2's income level is very high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Oaks - Oakdale SA2's median income among taxpayers is $67,407 and the average income stands at $80,822, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $71,708 (median) and $85,978 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is $8,529 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The oaks - oakdale sa2's disposable income is $8,529 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in The Oaks - Oakdale places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 79.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,454 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,062 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,574 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 has approximately 6,454 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 stands at 1.8%, which is 2.3 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (20.4% of employment), health care & social assistance (10.4%), and education & training (9.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is 79.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The oaks - oakdale sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 20.4% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.4, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The oaks - oakdale sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The Oaks - Oakdale shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.3% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
16.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
39.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The oaks - oakdale sa2 ranks in the 40th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 are: Certificate (33.3%), Bachelor Degree (11.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.6%).
30.6% of the population in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.1% in primary school, 9.7% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is 993, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 500 students.
The oaks - oakdale sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 combined school.
The Oaks - Oakdale features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 47.1% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,960 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,153 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 had 2,960 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.5% to an estimated 3,153 households today.
The average household size in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.0%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,525 family households, couples with children account for 47.1% of all households, couples without children at home 29.0%, and single parent families 8.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.3% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.0% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 56.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 13.0% of all households in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The Oaks - Oakdale is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.9% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
The Oaks - Oakdale was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.3% of its population born in Australia, 91.9% being citizens, and 93.6% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in The Oaks - Oakdale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 68.6% of people in The Oaks - Oakdale. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in The Oaks - Oakdale are Australian, comprising 32.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, English, comprising 27.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, and Irish, comprising 7.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of The Oaks - Oakdale (vs 1.0% across Greater Sydney), Croatian at 1.0% (vs 0.7%) and Italian at 5.4% (vs 3.4%).
11.7% of the The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
6.4% of the population in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.7% of the The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.9% of the The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
The Oaks - Oakdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,383 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 51.4% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $410 | 2021 Census, weekly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, 37.7% of homes are owned outright, 51.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.8% of dwellings in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 are houses.
In the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 stands at 37.7%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is $2,383, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is $1,420, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 17.9% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 consists of 97.8% detached houses, 1.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in The Oaks - Oakdale consumes approximately 14.3% of median household income ($9,942 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in The Oaks - Oakdale show attached dwellings contributing 16% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 84% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
The Oaks - Oakdale's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 68th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Around 57.1% of people in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, 4.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Oaks - Oakdale SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Oaks - Oakdale SA2, 57.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 34 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 34th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 158 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 345 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 66 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 28.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 158 public transport stops within the Oaks - Oakdale SA2.
The Oaks - Oakdale SA2 has 345 weekly trips across 32 routes, averaging 49 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 390 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 3.0 km away and the nearest school 3.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 158 stops nearby, 345 weekly trips, access rating 34 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 3 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 10.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 10.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 11.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 12.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 12.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within The Oaks - Oakdale when compared nationally.
The Oaks - Oakdale has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 29% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
The Oaks - Oakdale's resilient property market has recorded 158 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 92% residential, 3% commercial and 6% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in The Oaks - Oakdale are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
The Oaks - Oakdale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in The Oaks - Oakdale places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
The Oaks - Oakdale shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
The Oaks - Oakdale features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
The Oaks - Oakdale is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
The Oaks - Oakdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The Oaks - Oakdale's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
The Oaks - Oakdale has an estimated 10,447 residents, up 6.5% since the 2021 Census, with 86 projects tracked in the area around The Oaks - Oakdale.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for The Oaks - Oakdale.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (123031448). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for The Oaks - Oakdale from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares The Oaks - Oakdale with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
