Windang - Primbee

Windang - Primbee has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

According to investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Windang - Primbee stands at approximately 4,226 in May 2026. This represents a reduction of 13 individuals (0.3%) from the 4,239 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 4,224 alongside 10 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The population size translates to 756 persons per square kilometer, a density level that aligns closely with the typical figures observed across other areas evaluated by AreaSearch. In recent times, population increases were almost exclusively generated by incoming overseas migration.

For each SA2 region, AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, which establish 2022 as the starting point. Where such data is unavailable, projections for SA2 areas from the NSW State Government released in 2022 using a 2021 baseline are applied instead. The age-specific growth rates derived from these sources are also used for all locations between the years 2032 and 2041. Looking ahead to demographic trends, the methodology forecasts a general population contraction, with a projected loss of 10 persons across the locality by 2041. Conversely, expansion is predicted within particular age brackets, most notably the 25 to 34 age group, which is expected to rise by 79 people. See the age section for more details.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Windang - Primbee, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Approximately 15 new residential building approvals occur annually in Windang - Primbee, totaling 79 approvals throughout the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 15 during the current FY-26 period. In the context of a shrinking local population, this level of home building has been relatively sufficient, presenting a positive scenario for property purchasers, with the average construction cost for these new dwellings standing at $338,000. Additionally, commercial development remains a minor priority, evidenced by $3.9 million in commercial approvals registered so far this financial year.

Compared to the Rest of NSW, new residential construction approvals per capita in Windang - Primbee run at about two-thirds the speed, placing the region in the 54th percentile of all examined locations nationwide. Houses that are detached make up 67.0% of recent construction, while apartments or townhouses account for the remaining 33.0%, showing an increasing diversity of semi-detached and attached properties that provide choices for different budgets, ranging from roomy houses for families to compact, budget-friendly dwellings. The ratio of around 322 people for each approval highlights the low density character of Windang - Primbee.

Faced with projections of flat or downward population trends, Windang - Primbee could see reduced demand for housing, which is likely to create advantageous purchasing opportunities for property buyers.

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

Developments in public infrastructure, major construction works, and planning updates can strongly affect local area performance. AreaSearch has highlighted 3 major projects that are expected to influence the locality. Significant initiatives include the Lake Illawarra Entrance Options Study, Warrawong Community Health Centre, Warilla Beach Seawall Renewal, and the Southern Suburbs Community Centre and Library, with details provided on those of key relevance.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Windang - Primbee faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

The local economy in Windang - Primbee is supported by a diverse workforce containing both blue and white collar positions, with a strong presence of workers in essential service industries, a jobless rate of 9.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.8% over the preceding year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,698, while the unemployment rate was 5.0% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, indicating potential for labor market strengthening, and the participation rate of 51.4% sits well below the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census data indicates that a moderate 23.2% of the local workforce performed their jobs from home, although this figure should be interpreted in light of coronavirus restriction periods.

The major fields of employment for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Construction stands out as a major specialty for the area, with a workforce share that is 1.3 times the Regional NSW benchmark. By contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing just 0.6% of the workforce in Windang - Primbee compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. A comparison of the local jobs held by workers against the size of the working resident cohort suggests that the area offers few local employment opportunities.

According to the analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, the 12-month timeframe saw a 1.8% expansion in employment coupled with a 2.7% rise in the overall labor force, which led to a 0.8 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same interval, Regional NSW saw employment shrink by 0.9% and the labor force contract by 0.4%, while its unemployment rate ticked up by 0.5 percentage points. Predictions for future national employment published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide a broader framework for understanding potential worker demand within Windang - Primbee. These five and ten-year national forecasts have been aligned with local workforce data to project potential growth trends. Globally, employment across Australia is projected to rise by 6.6% in five years and 13.7% in ten years, though these figures vary widely across individual sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce structure indicates that employment in Windang - Primbee would grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not account for localized population trends).

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

According to the most recent postcode level data from the ATO for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Windang - Primbee SA2 earn a median income of $50,502 and an average income of $60,115. These figures are below national benchmarks and compare to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would stand at approximately $55,714 (median) and $66,319 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that family, household, and individual earnings in Windang - Primbee sit between the 4th and 13th percentiles nationwide. The largest earnings cohort comprises 31.5% of residents (1,331 people) who fall into the $400 - 799 weekly range, in contrast to wider regional areas where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common at 29.9%. The presence of 40.9% of the population earning under $800 per week reflects economic pressures for many local households. Housing costs consume a significant portion of earnings, leaving just 81.1% of disposable income, which ranks in the 5th percentile.

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

According to the most recent Census, the mix of residential properties in Windang - Primbee consisted of 80.7% separate houses and 19.3% other types of housing such as flats, semi-detached properties, and miscellaneous dwellings, compared to Regional NSW where houses comprised 82.6% and other options were 17.4%. Outright home ownership in Windang - Primbee was higher than the Regional NSW average at 50.3%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (24.0%) or occupied by renters (25.7%). Local mortgage payments were higher than the Regional NSW average, with a median of $1,929 per month, while the median weekly rental cost was $345, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330. For national comparison, mortgage payments in Windang - Primbee exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain below the national median of $375.

Windang - Primbee features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the largest share of households at 59.4%, consisting of couples with children at 22.2%, couples without children at 25.4%, and single parent households at 10.1%. The remaining 40.6% are non-family households, which are mostly made up of individuals living alone at 38.1%, with shared group houses representing 2.4% of the total. The median size of local households is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Windang - Primbee faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

Educational attainment levels present a challenge in the area, as university degree completion (14.2%) is lower than the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This dynamic highlights both a local difficulty and a potential focus area for educational programs. The most common university credential is a bachelor degree at 9.5%, followed by postgraduate study at 3.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly common, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade certificate or diploma, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificate qualifications at 31.1%.

A significant 23.8% of the local population is enrolled in some form of study. This cohort is divided into 9.0% attending primary school, 6.0% in high school, and 3.0% enrolled in higher education.

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

Public transit statistics show that 50 active transport stops are located within Windang - Primbee, consisting of bus services. These stops are utilized by 20 separate routes, which combine to offer 568 passenger trips per week. Transit access is ranked as excellent, with typical resident dwellings located 122 meters away from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most workers travel out of the area for employment, with cars being the main transport mode at 95%. The average vehicle ownership rate is 1.1 cars per household, which is below the regional average. Around 23.2% of local workers did their jobs from home according to the 2021 Census, which could reflect pandemic-related settings.

The average frequency of services is 81 trips per day across all transit routes, which translates to roughly 11 weekly trips for each individual stop.

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

Local health assessments point to notable difficulties in Windang - Primbee, based on AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and the rate of chronic illness, with common health concerns observed among both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance held by roughly 49% of the population (~2,066 people). This is lower than the 51.9% recorded in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The leading health conditions reported by local residents are arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 13.1 and 8.9% of the population, respectively, while 58.3% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. The working-age cohort experiences significant health difficulties, marked by elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 32.8% of the population (1,386 people), which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Senior citizens face some health challenges, though their overall outcomes align generally with national trends.

Windang - Primbee ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Windang - Primbee displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 83.8% of residents born in Australia, 90.5% holding citizenship, and 90.8% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, chosen by 59.6% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

Looking at parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries in Windang - Primbee are Australian, representing 28.6% of the population, English, representing 27.6% of the population, and Irish, representing 8.3% of the population. There are also distinct concentrations of certain smaller heritage groups: Spanish backgrounds account for 1.4% of the local population (compared to 0.3% across the region), Hungarian heritage represents 0.5% (compared to 0.2%), and Macedonian ancestry makes up 1.5% (compared to 0.4%).

Windang - Primbee ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age of 51 years in Windang - Primbee is higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, there is an overrepresentation of residents aged 75 - 84 (13.0% of the local population) and an underrepresentation of those aged 15 - 24 (9.3%). The proportion of residents in the 75 - 84 bracket is higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, this 75 - 84 age cohort has increased from 11.9% to 13.0% of the local population, whereas the 55 - 64 cohort has shrunk from 14.5% to 12.7%. By 2041, demographic models project major changes in the local age structure, with the 85+ cohort expected to rise by 42% (78 people) to reach 267 from an initial 188. Meanwhile, population losses are expected for residents aged 45 to 54 and those aged 5 to 14.