Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park's population was approximately 25,486 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents a growth of 5,074 people (24.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 20,412. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 23,523 in June 2024 and an additional 1,892 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,476 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally based on AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate exceeded both the state (6.7%) and metropolitan area figures, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 43.8% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

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 released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Future trends predict exceptional growth, placing the area in the top 10 percent nationally, with an expected expansion of 15,875 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 54.6% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park averaged approximately 480 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 2,401 homes approved. No dwelling approvals have been recorded so far in FY26.

Each year, an average of three new residents were gained for each dwelling built during this period, indicating strong demand which supports property values. In the current financial year, $5.7 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting limited focus on commercial development. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park has 164% more construction activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers despite a slowdown in recent years. This high level of activity reflects strong developer confidence in the area and is well above the national average. All recent development has consisted solely of attached dwellings, catering to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers seeking accessible entry options.

By 2041, Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park is projected to gain an additional 13,912 residents, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development appears well-suited to meet future needs, promoting steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence performance. AreaSearch identified 63 potential impact projects. Key initiatives are Wentworth Point Peninsula Park, Wentworth Point Mixed-Use Development (two instances), and Sanctuary Wentworth Point. Relevant projects are listed subsequently.

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Employment conditions in Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 1.8% as of June 2025, which is below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

The area experienced an estimated employment growth of 2.7% over the past year. As of June 2025, there are 17,654 residents in work and the workforce participation rate is 71.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading industries among residents include professional & technical services (employing 38.9% of local workers), health care & social assistance (22.6%), and finance & insurance (10.5%). The area has a notably high concentration in professional & technical services, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, health care & social assistance employs only 11.3% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 14.1%. The ratio of 0.6 workers for each resident indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. In the 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 2.7% while labour force increased by 3.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6%, labour force growth of 2.9%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. State-level data from Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

The median taxpayer income in Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park SA2, based on postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch, was $57,625 for the financial year 2022. The average income for this area during the same period was $68,968. Both figures are above the national averages of $56,994 (median) and $80,856 (average). As of September 2025, estimates suggest that median income would be approximately $64,892 and average income around $77,665, factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, individual earnings at the 88th percentile nationally were $1,150 weekly. In Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park SA2, 42.5% of residents (10,831 people) fall into the income bracket of $1,500 to $2,999 per week, which is similar to regional levels where 30.9% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 24.0% of income in the area, but despite this, disposable income ranks at the 54th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park had 0.0% houses and 100.0% other dwellings in its latest Census evaluation, compared to Sydney metro's 33.5% houses and 66.5% other dwellings. Home ownership was at 7.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.0% and rented ones at 61.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,300, above Sydney metro's $2,167. Median weekly rent was $510, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park had significantly higher mortgage repayments at $2,300 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and substantially higher rents at $510 compared to the national figure of $375.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 62.8% of all households, including 20.6% couples with children, 34.6% couples without children, and 6.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 37.2%, with lone person households at 31.0% and group households comprising 6.2%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.8.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park has a notably high educational attainment among residents aged 15 and above, with 60.5% holding university qualifications. This is significantly higher than the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. The area's educational advantage is evident in its bachelor degree holders (35.6%), postgraduate qualifications (22.5%), and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational pathways are also pursued, with advanced diplomas accounting for 11.7% and certificates for 8.8% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above.

Educational participation is high, with 26.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.4% in tertiary education, 5.0% in primary education, and 2.4% pursuing secondary education.

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

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park has 37 active public transport stops. These include ferry, train, and bus services. There are 15 individual routes operating in total.

They facilitate 12,206 weekly passenger trips collectively. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 192 meters to the nearest stop. Service frequency is high, with 1,743 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 329 weekly trips per individual stop.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park has excellent health outcomes, with a low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is high at approximately 54% of the total population (~13,685 people), compared to 48.5% in Greater Sydney.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 4.6% and 4.2% of residents respectively. A majority, 86.6%, report being free from medical ailments, higher than the 83.5% across Greater Sydney. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 6.6% (1,687 people), compared to 11.1% in Greater Sydney. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with those of the general population.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Wentworth Point-Sydney Olympic Park is among Australia's most culturally diverse areas, with 69.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 66.8% born overseas by June 2021 data. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 31.3% of people in Wentworth Point-Sydney Olympic Park, compared to Greater Sydney's 45.9%. Buddhism is notably overrepresented, making up 5.5% versus Greater Sydney's 7.5%.

In terms of ancestry, Chinese comprise 28.1%, Other groups 19.6%, and Korean 11.2%. Russian (0.6%), Filipino (2.7%), and Lebanese (1.5%) are also notable in Wentworth Point-Sydney Olympic Park compared to regional averages.

Wentworth Point - Sydney Olympic Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Wentworth Point-Sydney Olympic Park has a median age of 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wentworth Point-Sydney Olympic Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (32.7%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (7.4%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the latest data, residents have aged on average by 1.8 years, with the median age rising from 32 to 34 years. Specifically, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has increased from 21.5% to 24.4%, while those aged 65-74 have risen from 3.3% to 4.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 39.0% to 32.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Wentworth Point-Sydney Olympic Park, with the strongest projected growth in the 25-34 age cohort, expected to grow by 51%, adding 4,258 residents to reach a total of 12,587.