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, as of August 2025, is approximately 10,081 people. This figure represents an increase of 1,134 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,947. The change 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 nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's 12.7% growth from the 2021 Census exceeded both the SA4 region (4.0%) and SA3 area, indicating it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 40.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, though all factors including natural growth and interstate migration were positive contributors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year, are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Woolooware-Burraneer's population is projected to increase significantly, with an expected expansion of 2,397 persons, representing an 18.4% total 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 properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 518 homes were approved, with an additional 16 approved so far in FY26. On average, about two people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years. However, recent data shows this has intensified to five people per dwelling over the past two financial years, indicating growing popularity and potential undersupply.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $586,000. In terms of commercial development, approximately $185.9 million in approvals have been registered for FY26, reflecting strong momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woolooware - Burraneer records 73.0% more construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, recent data suggests this activity has eased somewhat. The new building activity shows a significant shift towards medium and high-density housing, with approximately 80.0% of approvals for these types of dwellings. This represents a notable change from the area's existing housing stock, which is currently around 60.0% houses. This shift may reflect decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles.

With around 215 people per dwelling approval, Woolooware - Burraneer shows a developing market. Population forecasts indicate that the area will gain approximately 1,851 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 21 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are the St Aloysius College Cronulla Expansion, VUE Cronulla, Woolooware Bay Town Centre, and Cronulla High School Upgrade, with the following list providing more details on those likely to be most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Woolooware - Burraneer places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Woolooware - Burraneer has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. Its unemployment rate in June 2025 was 1.7%.

Employment grew by 3.1% over the past year. The area's unemployment rate is 2.5% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and its workforce participation rate is 67.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading employment industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Construction shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, health care & social assistance has lower representation at 11.5% versus the regional average of 14.1%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census data on working population vs resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 3.1%, labour force grew by 3.3%, resulting in unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6% with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. According to Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025, national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Woolooware - Burraneer's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 indicates Woolooware - Burraneer's median income among taxpayers is $65,758, with an average of $100,453. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for September 2025 would be approximately $74,050 (median) and $113,120 (average). Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Woolooware - Burraneer rank highly nationally, between the 89th and 92nd percentiles. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 30.9% earning $4000+ weekly (3,115 residents), contrasting with the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. The substantial proportion of high earners (44.1% above $3,000/week) indicates strong economic capacity throughout this suburb. High housing costs consume 15.5% of income, though strong earnings still 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 data shows that in Woolooware - Burraneer, 59.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 40.4% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types of dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metropolitan area had 52.4% houses and 47.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woolooware - Burraneer stood at 38.2%, similar to the Sydney metro average, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.9% and rented ones at 20.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,000, higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,774. The median weekly rent figure for Woolooware - Burraneer was $550, compared to $500 in Sydney metropolitan area. Nationally, Woolooware - Burraneer's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

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

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 stand at 33.4%, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are 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, including advanced diplomas (13.9%) and certificates (21.8%).

Educational participation is high at 27.9%, comprising 8.6% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education. The area's five schools have a combined enrollment of 2,395 students. Woolooware - Burraneer has above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1086). Educational provision is conventional, split between two primary and three secondary institutions. The area serves as an education hub with 23.8 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than 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 active public transport stops, including train and bus services. These stops are served by 28 individual routes, offering a total of 2,668 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 125 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency across all routes averages 381 trips per day, equating to approximately 37 weekly trips per 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 across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 72% (7,228 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 65.7%. Nationally, this figure stands at 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.2% and 6.7% of residents respectively. A total of 75.0% report being completely free of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 72.3%. The area has 19.1% (1,930 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Sydney's 21.1%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and align 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 showed low cultural diversity with 83.9% born in Australia, 93.0% being citizens, and 90.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion at 63.1%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 61.2%. Top ancestry groups were English (29.9%), Australian (26.2%), Irish (9.6%).

Notably, Croatian (0.9%) and Macedonian (0.5%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.7% each, while Greek was underrepresented at 2.4% versus 3.2%.

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

Woolooware-Burraneer has a median age of 40, which is higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38. The 55-64 cohort is notably over-represented in Woolooware-Burraneer at 12.9%, compared to the Greater Sydney average, while the 25-34 year-olds are 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, and the 35-44 cohort increased from 12.2% to 13.2%, while the 45-54 cohort declined from 14.3% to 12.2%. Demographic modeling suggests that Woolooware-Burraneer's age profile will significantly evolve by 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 418 people (65%) from 645 to 1,064. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 55% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. The 0-4 group is projected to display more modest growth at 0%, adding only 2 residents.