Woolooware - Burraneer
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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 per AreaSearch's analysis, was around 10,086 by Nov 2025. This showed an increase of 1,139 people (12.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,947. The change was inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 9,535 in June 2024 and an additional 340 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 3,028 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Woolooware-Burraneer's growth exceeded both its SA4 region (4.1%) and SA3 area from 2021 Census to Nov 2025. Overseas migration contributed approximately 40.9% of overall population gains during this period, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Projecting forward, Woolooware-Burraneer is forecasted to increase significantly in the top quartile of national areas, with an expected expansion of 2,397 persons by 2041 based on latest population numbers, marking an overall increase of 18.3% over these 17 years.

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

Woolooware-Burraneer recorded around 103 residential properties approved annually. Between FY21-FY25518 homes were approved, with 19 more in FY26 so far. Over these years, an average of 2 people moved to the area per dwelling built. However, data from the past two financial years shows this has intensified to 5 people per dwelling, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $266,000, below the regional average. This year, $185.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woolooware-Burraneer has 73.0% more building activity per person. New building activity consists of 20.0% detached dwellings and 80.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from the current 60.0% houses. Population forecasts indicate Woolooware-Burraneer will gain 1,846 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Population forecasts indicate Woolooware - Burraneer will gain 1,846 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply 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 to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 21 projects likely affecting the region. Notable projects include St Aloysius College Cronulla Expansion, VUE Cronulla, Woolooware Bay Town Centre, and Cronulla High School Upgrade, with the following list detailing those most 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 professional services well represented. Its unemployment rate is 1.7%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Employment grew by 3.1% in the year to June 2025. Residents' employment is concentrated in construction, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Construction employs 1.4 times the regional average, while health care & social assistance is at 11.5%, below Greater Sydney's 14.1%. The area has limited local employment opportunities.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 3.1% while labour force grew by 3.3%, leading to a slight unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) suggest Woolooware-Burraneer's employment could grow by approximately 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

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 stood at $100,453 in financial year 2022. These figures are higher than Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856 respectively. By September 2025, with a 12.61% increase based on the Wage Price Index, estimated incomes would be approximately $74,050 (median) and $113,120 (average). According to the 2021 Census, Woolooware-Burraneer's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 89th and 92nd percentiles nationally. The community has a significant portion, 30.9%, earning $4,000 or more per week (3,116 individuals), contrasting with surrounding regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. High earners are prominent, with 44.1% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power. Housing costs consume 15.5% of income, but disposable income remains high, ranking 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

In Woolooware - Burraneer, as per the latest Census evaluation, 59.7% of dwellings were houses while 40.4% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Sydney metropolitan areas which 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 properties at 40.9% and rented ones at 20.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,000, exceeding the Sydney metro average of $2,774. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure was $550, higher than the Sydney metro's $500 but lower compared to national averages. Nationally, Woolooware - Burraneer's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the Australian average 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, including 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 Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common (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 such qualifications - 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% in 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 split between two primary and three secondary institutions. The area functions as an education hub, with 23.8 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 13.9. This attracts 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, served by 28 routes. These offer 2,668 weekly passenger trips. Residents are typically 125 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 381 daily trips across all routes, 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 shows excellent health outcomes, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover rate stands at approximately 72% (7,231 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 65.7%. Nationally, the average is 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 from medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 72.3%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 19.1% (1,931 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 21.1%. Senior health outcomes align with the general population's 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, surveyed in August 2016, had a below-average 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 predominant religion, comprising 63.1%, compared to 61.2% across Greater Sydney as of August 2016. The top ancestry groups were English (29.9%), Australian (26.2%), and Irish (9.6%).

Notably, Croatian (0.9%) and Macedonian (0.5%) groups had higher representation than the regional averages of 0.7% each, while Greek was slightly underrepresented at 2.4%.

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

The median age in Woolooware - Burraneer is 40 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 55-64 age cohort is notably over-represented at 12.9% locally, while the 25-34 age cohort is under-represented at 11.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.1% to 6.4% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 12.2% to 13.2%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 14.3% to 12.2%. Demographic modeling suggests that Woolooware - Burraneer's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75 to 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 to 4 age group is projected to display modest growth at 0%, adding only 2 residents.