Woolooware - Burraneer
Statistical Area - sa2

Woolooware - Burraneer lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Woolooware-Burraneer's population is approximately 10,081 as of August 2025. This figure represents a growth of 1,134 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,947. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,535 in June 2024 and an additional 338 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,027 persons per square kilometer, placing Woolooware-Burraneer in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 12.7% since the 2021 census exceeds that of the SA4 region (4.0%) and the SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 40.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch's projections for Woolooware-Burraneer are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Population projections indicate a significant increase in Woolooware-Burraneer's population, with an expected expansion of 2,397 persons by 2041 based on the latest population numbers, representing an 18.4% increase over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Woolooware - Burraneer among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Woolooware-Burraneer has recorded approximately 103 residential property approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, showing 518 homes approved over the past five years (FY-21 to FY-25), with 12 more approved so far in FY-26. On average, 2 people have moved to the area annually for each dwelling built over these five years, indicating stable market conditions due to balanced supply and demand. However, this has intensified to 5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $586,000.

Additionally, commercial development approvals totaling $185.9 million have been recorded in FY-26, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woolooware-Burraneer has 73.0% more building activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, building activity has slowed in recent years nationally and locally. New building activity shows a mix of 20.0% detached dwellings and 80.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from the current housing pattern of 60.0% houses. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers, potentially responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With approximately 215 people gaining residency per approval, Woolooware-Burraneer reflects a transitioning market. Population forecasts indicate the area will gain 1,851 residents by 2041.

Current construction levels should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Woolooware - Burraneer has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects potentially affecting the region. Notable initiatives include St Aloysius College Cronulla Expansion, VUE Cronulla, Woolooware Bay Town Centre, and Cronulla High School Upgrade. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Woolooware - Burraneer performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Woolooware-Burraneer has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 1.7% as of June 2025, below Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.1%. As of June 2025, 5631 residents were employed with a workforce participation rate of 67.5%, higher than Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Construction is particularly strong, employing 140% more workers locally compared to the regional level.

Conversely, health care & social assistance employs fewer residents (11.5%) than Greater Sydney (14.1%). Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, while labour force grew by 3.3%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment (0.2 percentage points). In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6% with a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. Statewide in NSW as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.41% (-19,270 jobs), with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, slightly below the national average of 4.5%. Job projections from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Woolooware-Burraneer's employment mix suggests local growth could be approximately 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Woolooware-Burraneer's median income among taxpayers was $65,758 and average income was $100,453 in financial year 2022. These figures are exceptionally high nationally compared to Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856. Based on a 10.6% growth from the Wage Price Index since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $72,728 (median) and $111,101 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Woolooware-Burraneer rank highly nationally, between the 89th and 92nd percentiles. The data shows that 30.9% of individuals earn over $4,000 weekly compared to the surrounding region's leading bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 at 30.9%. Additionally, 44.1% of individuals exceed $3,000 weekly earnings, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. High housing costs consume 15.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 91st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Woolooware - Burraneer displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in Woolooware - Burraneer with 59.7% houses and 40.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 52.4% houses and 47.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woolooware - Burraneer was at 38.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.9% and rented dwellings at 20.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, above Sydney metro's average of $2,774. Median weekly rent in Woolooware - Burraneer was $550, compared to Sydney metro's $500. Nationally, Woolooware - Burraneer's median monthly mortgage repayment was significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and its median weekly rent was substantially above the national figure of $375.

Woolooware - Burraneer has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 74.9% of all households, including 38.6% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 8.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.1%, with lone person households at 23.2% and group households comprising 1.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.5 people.

Woolooware - Burraneer shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

University qualification levels in Woolooware - Burraneer are at 33.4%, slightly below Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 24.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 35.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 13.9% and certificates at 21.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.6% in primary, 8.2% in secondary, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education. Woolooware - Burraneer's 5 schools have a combined enrollment of 2,395 students. The area has above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1086). Educational provision is split between 2 primary and 3 secondary institutions. Woolooware - Burraneer functions as an education hub with 23.8 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 13.9, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Woolooware-Burraneer has 72 operational transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 28 distinct routes, facilitating 2,668 weekly passenger trips in total. Residential accessibility to public transport is rated excellent, with residents situated an average of 125 meters from the nearest stop.

Daily service frequency across all routes averages 381 trips, translating to approximately 37 weekly trips per individual stop.

Woolooware - Burraneer's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Woolooware - Burraneer demonstrates excellent health outcomes, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 72% (7,228 people), compared to 65.7% in Greater Sydney and the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.2%) and asthma (6.7%), while 75.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.3% in Greater Sydney.

The area has 19.1% (1,930 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than the 21.1% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly aligned with the general population's health profile.

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

Woolooware-Burraneer had low cultural diversity, with 83.9% of its population born in Australia, 93.0% being citizens, and 90.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, making up 63.1%, compared to 61.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were English (29.9%), Australian (26.2%), and Irish (9.6%).

Notably, Croatian (0.9%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.7%. Similarly, Macedonian at 0.5% (vs 0.7%) and Greek at 2.4% (vs 3.2%) were also overrepresented.

Woolooware - Burraneer's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Woolooware - Burraneer has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38. The 55-64 age cohort is notably over-represented in Woolooware-Burraneer at 12.9%, compared to the Greater Sydney average. Conversely, the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 11.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 5.1% to 6.4% of the population, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 12.2% to 13.2%. However, the 45-54 age group has declined from 14.3% to 12.2%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Woolooware-Burraneer's age profile. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 65%, from 645 to 1,064 people. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 55% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. The 0-4 age group is projected to have modest growth, adding only 2 residents.