Toronto - Awaba

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 around 14,112 as of May 2026. As of June 2025, the estimated resident population was 14,088. Since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 13,961, there have been 67 validated new addresses. This results in a population density ratio of 323 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed approximately 89.7% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the area is expected to increase by 1,649 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an 11.5% total increase over the 16-year period.

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

Toronto 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. In FY26 alone, there have been 40 new dwelling approvals so far.

The average number of people moving to the area per dwelling built over these five financial years is 0.9 annually. This indicates that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, offering ample buyer choice and creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction value of new properties is $326,000. In this financial year, $5.3 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Toronto records markedly lower building activity, 63.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes.

The level is also lower than nationally, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity consists of 65.0% standalone homes and 35.0% attached dwellings, indicating an expanding range of medium-density options that cater to various price brackets, from traditional family housing to more affordable compact alternatives. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 84.0% houses. The estimated population per dwelling approval in the area is 741 people. Looking ahead, Toronto is expected to grow by 1,625 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers may encounter growing competition as population increases.

Toronto - Awaba has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified thirteen projects likely to affect the region. Notable projects include Toronto Foreshore Revitalisation, 114-120 Cary Street Mixed Use Development, 136-138 Brighton Avenue Apartment Development, and Rathmines Park Transformation. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market performance in Toronto - Awaba lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Toronto has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors and an unemployment rate of 6.2% as of December 2025. In this month, 6,177 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.3% higher than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Toronto was somewhat lower at 55.6%, compared to Regional NSW's 60.5%.

According to Census responses, 23.8% of residents worked from home. The key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade, while agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.5% versus the regional average of 5.3%. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels increased by 1.4%, but employment declined by 0.8%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 2.1 percentage points.

In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 1.2%, labour force contract by 0.8%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Toronto - Awaba's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.9% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Toronto - Awaba SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $51,803 and an average of $67,457. These figures are approximately national averages. Regional NSW had a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $57,149 (median) and $74,419 (average). Census 2021 income data ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Toronto - Awaba modestly, between the 23rd and 28th percentiles. The predominant income cohort spans 28.8% of locals (4,064 people) with incomes between $1,500 and $2,999, 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

In Toronto-Awaba, dwellings were 84.2% houses and 15.8% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other') in the latest Census, compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% others. Home ownership was 42.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.9% and rented at 25.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, matching Regional NSW's average, while median weekly rent was $340, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Toronto-Awaba's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Toronto - Awaba has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical 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 account for the remaining 30.3%, with lone person households at 28.4% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Regional NSW average.

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%, significantly 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 prevalent, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (30.0%). A total of 24.9% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, with 8.8% in primary, 6.7% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.9% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Toronto - Awaba indicates that there are 122 active transport stops currently operating. These stops offer a mix of train and bus services, with a total of 93 individual routes providing 3,248 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport options is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 209 meters from the nearest stop. As it is primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation, used by 93% of residents. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, some 23.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 464 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 26 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Health performance in Toronto - Awaba is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Toronto - Awaba faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both younger and older age cohorts exhibit high prevalence of common health conditions. The area has approximately 53% private health cover, which is higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.3%) and mental health issues (10.5%). Conversely, 57.9% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 27.6% of residents aged 65 and over (3,893 people), which is higher than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, aligning broadly with national rankings for the general population.

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 lower cultural diversity than average, with 88.3% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Toronto, accounting for 52.9% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The top three ancestry groups in Toronto are English (33.0%), Australian (30.1%), and Scottish (8.8%).

Notably, Welsh people make up 0.9% of Toronto's population, higher than the regional average of 0.5%. Similarly, Australian Aboriginal people constitute 4.6%, matching the regional figure, and Samoan people represent 0.2%, slightly higher than the regional average of 0.1%.

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

Toronto's median age is 47 years, which is significantly higher than Regional NSW's average of 43 years and substantially exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 make up a prominent 14.6% of the population, while those aged 15-24 are comparatively smaller at 10.5%. This concentration of 65-74 year-olds is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 9.5% to 11.7%, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 8.9% to 10.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.3% to 10.8% and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 14.1% to 13.0%. By 2041, Toronto is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. The 25 to 34 group will grow by 25%, reaching 1,866 people from 1,490. Meanwhile, the 65 to 74 and 55 to 64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.