Aberglasslyn

Aberglasslyn lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

The population of the Aberglasslyn statistical area (Lv2) is estimated at around 6,976 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 424 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,552 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 6,542 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 104 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,121 persons per square kilometer. The Aberglasslyn (SA2) saw a growth of 6.5% since the 2021 census, exceeding the non-metro area's growth of 5.7%. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 68.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with the Aberglasslyn (SA2) expected to grow by 3,131 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 47.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Aberglasslyn among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis shows Aberglasslyn recorded approximately 28 residential properties approved annually, with around 140 homes approved from FY-21 to FY-25, and 26 so far in FY-26. On average, 5.3 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these years. This demand outpaces supply, potentially driving up prices and intensifying buyer competition.

New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $358,000. In FY-26, $99,000 in commercial development approvals were recorded, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Aberglasslyn has significantly less development activity, typically reinforcing demand and pricing for existing properties. Recent construction comprises 73.0% detached dwellings and 27.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining its suburban character focused on family homes. This shows a shift from the current housing mix, which is 92.0% houses.

Aberglasslyn has around 261 people per approval, indicating a low-density area. By 2041, AreaSearch estimates the population will grow by 3,290 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 12 projects likely to impact the area. Key initiatives include Melville Ford Bridge Replacement (Milton Morris Bridge), Truegain Site Remediation, Max McMahon Oval Amenities Redevelopment, and Dalmore Park Employment Hub. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Aberglasslyn exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Aberglasslyn has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs well represented. Essential services sectors are prominent, and the unemployment rate is 3.2%.

As of September 2025, 3,515 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.6% below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation stands at 71.8%, higher than Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and mining. Mining employs 4.1 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.9% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 5.3%.

The area seems to offer limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and 2025, labour force decreased by 2.7%, and employment fell by 2.8%, leaving unemployment broadly unchanged. This contrasts with Rest of NSW, where employment contracted by 0.5%, labour force fell by 0.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. As of 25-Nov-25, NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Aberglasslyn's employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Aberglasslyn had a median income among taxpayers of $60,472 and an average income of $76,272 in the financial year 2023, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares with figures for Rest of NSW of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By September 2025, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%, median income is estimated at approximately $65,830 and average income at $83,030. As per the 2021 Census, incomes in Aberglasslyn cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that 39.6% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (2,762 residents), consistent with broader metropolitan trends where 29.9% fall into this category. High housing costs consume 16.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 75th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Aberglasslyn is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Aberglasslyn, as per the latest Census evaluation, 92.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 7.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 87.1% houses and 13.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Aberglasslyn stood at 22.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 45.5% and rented ones at 32.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,862. The median weekly rent in Aberglasslyn was $430, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $375. Nationally, Aberglasslyn's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Aberglasslyn features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 84.6% of all households, including 43.5% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 14.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 15.4%, consisting of 13.2% lone person households and 2.2% group households. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.2%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common, at 10.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent among residents aged 15+, with 46.3% holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (35.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 33.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (13.2%), secondary education (8.0%), and tertiary education (3.8%).

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

Public transport analysis shows 40 active transport stops operating within Aberglasslyn. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totalling 30 individual routes. Collectively, they provide 328 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 180 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 46 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 8 weekly trips per individual stop.

Aberglasslyn's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

The health data for Aberglasslyn shows a relatively positive picture with low prevalence rates for common health conditions among its general population, although these are higher than the national average for older and at-risk groups. Approximately 57% of Aberglasslyn's total population (~3,980 people) has private health cover, compared to 54.8% in the rest of NSW.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 10.4% and 9.5% of residents respectively. A total of 68.3% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in the rest of NSW. The area has an 8.8% senior population (613 people), lower than the 15.4% in the rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

Aberglasslyn is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Aberglasslyn had a cultural diversity below average, with 89.5% of its population born in Australia, 93.2% being citizens, and 92.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Aberglasslyn, comprising 57.3%, compared to 57.0% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (32.5%), English (29.6%), and Irish (7.3%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 5.5% in Aberglasslyn than the regional average of 5.1%. Welsh and Maltese populations also differed slightly from regional averages, with Welsh at 0.6% and Maltese at 0.5%, compared to 0.6% and 0.3% respectively.

Aberglasslyn hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Aberglasslyn is 32, which is notably lower than Rest of NSW's average of 43 and also substantially lower than the Australian median of 38. Relative to Rest of NSW, Aberglasslyn has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 years (16.6%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 years (5.6%). Between the 2016 and 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15-24 years grew from 12.9% to 14.0%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 5-14 years declined from 17.2% to 16.0%. By 2041, Aberglasslyn is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition, with the 25-34 age group projected to grow by 63%, reaching 1,892 people from 1,158.