Windsor - Bligh Park
Statistical Area - sa2

Windsor - Bligh Park has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Windsor - Bligh Park's population was approximately 15,440 as of August 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 176 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 15,264. The change is inferred from ABS estimates showing 15,433 residents in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since then. This results in a population density ratio of 679 persons per square kilometer, consistent with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 68% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year are utilized. Population projections indicate a decline of 31 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, specific age cohorts like the 75-84 group are projected to increase by 597 people over this period.

The level of residential development activity in Windsor - Bligh Park is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Windsor - Bligh Park has received approximately 16 dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that between financial years FY21 to FY25, around 84 dwellings were approved, with a further 3 approved in FY26 so far. Despite population decline, housing supply has been adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market and good buyer choice, with new properties averaging $425,000 in construction cost value. This financial year has seen approximately $14.5 million in commercial approvals.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Windsor - Bligh Park records significantly lower building activity, at 76.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. Nationally, this area also reflects below-average development, possibly due to planning constraints. New developments consist of 77.0% detached houses and 23.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 1095 people, indicating a quiet, low-activity development environment.

With stable or declining population projections, Windsor - Bligh Park should experience reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Windsor - Bligh Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting the region: Marsden Park North State Significant Rezoning. Other notable projects include Pitt Town Bypass, Townson and Burdekin Road Upgrades, and Multiple Residential Subdivisions Box Hill. The following details projects most relevant to the area.

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The employment landscape in Windsor - Bligh Park presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.9%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Windsor - Bligh Park has a balanced workforce with representation across white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector stands out with an unemployment rate of 3.9%.

As of June 2025, 8,552 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.3% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Sydney at 63.5%. Employment is concentrated in construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction employment is particularly high, at 1.8 times the regional average.

Professional & technical services have a limited presence with only 4.4% of employment compared to 11.5% regionally. Many residents may commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between Jun-24 and Jun-25, labour force decreased by 2.3%, employment by 2.0%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data from Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Windsor - Bligh Park's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.1%% over five years and 12.7% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Windsor - Bligh Park had a median taxpayer income of $55,194 and an average income of $68,724. Nationally, these figures were $56,994 and $80,856 respectively in Greater Sydney. By March 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.6%, median income is estimated at $61,045 and average at $76,009. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Windsor - Bligh Park fall around the 55th percentile nationally. Income distribution shows 36.6% (5,651 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, similar to surrounding regions at 30.9%. Housing costs consume 18.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 50th percentile.

Windsor - Bligh Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Windsor - Bligh Park as of the latest Census, 79.2% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 20.8% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types of dwellings. This compares to Sydney metro's 79.7% houses and 20.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Windsor - Bligh Park stood at 22.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.5% and rented ones at 38.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,100, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent was $390, compared to Sydney metro's $400. Nationally, Windsor - Bligh Park's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,100 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $390 compared to the national figure of $375.

Windsor - Bligh Park has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 72.6% of all households, including 32.0% that are couples with children, 23.2% that are couples without children, and 16.2% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.4%, with lone person households at 24.7% and group households comprising 2.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the Greater Sydney average.

Educational outcomes in Windsor - Bligh Park fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.0%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 31.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary, 7.6% in secondary, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education. Seven schools operate within Windsor - Bligh Park, educating approximately 2,698 students. Windsor - Bligh Park has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 957) with balanced educational opportunities. Education provision is balanced, with 6 primary and 1 secondary school serving distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds residential needs (17.5 places per 100 residents vs 14.1 regionally), indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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 Windsor - Bligh Park indicates that there are 114 active transport stops currently operating. These stops offer a mix of train and bus services. The total number of weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes is 4,146.

The report rates the accessibility of transport as excellent, with residents typically situated approximately 182 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, across all routes, there are 592 trips per day, which translates to about 36 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Windsor - Bligh Park is lower than average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Windsor - Bligh Park faces significant health challenges with notable prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age cohorts.

Approximately 54% of the total population (~8,291 people) have private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (9.9%) and asthma (9.1%), while 66.5% reported being completely clear of medical ailments compared to 65.9% across Greater Sydney. The area has 14.7% of residents aged 65 and over (2,266 people), lower than the 17.8% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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

Windsor-Bligh Park's cultural diversity is below average, with 89.4% citizens, 85.8% born in Australia, and 92.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 58.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.7%. Top ancestry groups are Australian (30.2%), English (28.0%), and Irish (7.3%).

Notably, Maltese representation is higher at 3.0% versus 4.6% regionally, Australian Aboriginal at 5.0% versus 4.0%, and Lebanese at 0.7% versus 0.5%.

Windsor - Bligh Park's population is younger than the national pattern

Windsor - Bligh Park has a median age of 35 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's median age of 37 and the national average of 38 years. The age group of 55-64 years comprises 12.3% of the population, higher than that of Greater Sydney, while the 35-44 age group makes up 13.2%, which is less prevalent compared to Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of the 35-44 age group has increased from 12.3% to 13.2%. Conversely, the proportion of the 45-54 age group has decreased from 12.2% to 11.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Windsor - Bligh Park. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to rise substantially, with an increase of 555 people (79%) from 702 to 1,258. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above are expected to account for 94% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 15-24 and 0-4 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.