Toronto - Awaba
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Toronto Awaba's population is approximately 14,261 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 300 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,961. The growth was inferred from ABS estimated resident population data of 14,122 in June 2024 and validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 326 persons per square kilometer. Toronto Awaba's 2.1% growth since census is comparable to non-metro areas, which grew by 4.8%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 60.2% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For uncovered areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends and latest population numbers, Toronto Awaba is expected to increase by approximately 1,868 persons by 2041, representing an 11.8% total increase over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Toronto - Awaba according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Toronto Awaba has averaged approximately 46 new dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 231 homes were approved, with an additional 6 approved so far in FY26. The average number of people moving to the area per year for each dwelling built over these five years is 0.9.

This indicates that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction value of new properties is $706,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY26, $5.3 million in commercial approvals have been registered, highlighting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the rest of NSW, Toronto Awaba records markedly lower building activity, at 63.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. Nationally, building activity in the area is also below average, reflecting its maturity and possible planning constraints.

New building activity shows 65.0% standalone homes and 35.0% attached dwellings, indicating an expanding range of medium-density options that create a mix of opportunities across price brackets, from traditional family housing to more affordable compact alternatives. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, currently at 84.0% houses, suggesting decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated population density in the area is approximately 741 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections show Toronto Awaba adding 1,682 residents by 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

Toronto - Awaba has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 13 projects that could affect the region. Notable ones are Toronto Foreshore Revitalisation, Rathmines Park Transformation, 114-120 Cary Street Mixed Use Development, and 136-138 Brighton Avenue Apartment Development. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Toronto - Awaba shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Toronto's Awaba has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.8% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 2.0% over the past year.

As of that date, 6,372 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.1% higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation in Awaba lagged at 50.9%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade, while agriculture, forestry & fishing had lower representation at 0.5% versus the regional average of 5.3%.

Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data comparison. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.0%, but labour force grew by 2.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW had an employment decline of 0.1% and labour force growth of 0.3%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest potential future demand within Toronto - Awaba. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Awaba's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 13.9% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Per AreaSearch's latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2022, Toronto - Awaba's median income among taxpayers is $48,449, with an average of $68,865. This is above the national average, compared to Rest of NSW's median of $49,459 and average of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% from financial year ending June 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $54,558 (median) and $77,549 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Toronto - Awaba rank modestly, between the 24th and 29th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 28.8% of locals (4,107 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to the surrounding region at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 29th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Toronto - Awaba is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Toronto - Awaba, as assessed at the latest Census, comprised 84.2% houses and 15.8% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Non-Metro NSW's residential makeup of 89.7% houses and 10.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Toronto - Awaba stood at 42.2%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 31.9% and rented dwellings making up the remaining 25.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,900. The median weekly rent figure in Toronto - Awaba was recorded at $340, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $380. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Toronto - Awaba were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Toronto - Awaba has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 69.7% of all households, including 24.0% couples with children, 31.5% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.3%, with lone person households at 28.4% and group households making up 1.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Toronto - Awaba fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 20.3%, considerably lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 30.0%. A total of 24.9% of the population is actively pursuing formal education: 8.8% in primary, 6.7% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

There are 10 schools operating within Toronto - Awaba, educating approximately 2,863 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 988) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 8 primary, 1 secondary, and 1 K-12 school. Toronto - Awaba functions as an education hub with 20.1 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 12.3, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Transport analysis shows 114 active stops operating within Toronto Awaba, including trains and buses. These stops are served by 95 routes, providing a total of 3,126 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents located an average of 209 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 446 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 27 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Toronto - Awaba is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Critical health challenges are evident across Toronto-Awaba, with various health conditions impacting both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 54% of the total population (~7658 people) have private health cover, compared to 51.5% across the Rest of NSW.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis (impacting 11.3% of residents) and mental health issues (10.5%). About 57.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 60.3% across the Rest of NSW. As of 2021, 27.2% of residents are aged 65 and over (3877 people), which is higher than the 21.9% in the Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Toronto - Awaba is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Toronto was found to have below average cultural diversity, with 88.3% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home. The dominant religion in Toronto is Christianity, comprising 52.9% of the population, compared to 54.0% across the Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups are English (33.0%), Australian (30.1%), and Scottish (8.8%).

Notable differences exist in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Welsh is overrepresented at 0.9%, Australian Aboriginal stands at 4.6%, and Samoan is represented at 0.2%.

Toronto - Awaba hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Toronto's median age is 47 years, significantly higher than the Rest of NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 make up 14.6% of Toronto's population, which is notably higher than the national average of 9.4%. Meanwhile, the proportion of those aged 5-14 is smaller at 11.1%, compared to Rest of NSW. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 9.5% to 11.4% of Toronto's population, while the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 12.3% to 11.0%. By 2041, significant shifts are expected in Toronto's age composition. The 35-44 group is projected to grow by 29%, reaching 2,094 people from the current 1,624. Conversely, the 65-74 and 55-64 cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.