Adamstown

Adamstown has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Adamstown's population was estimated at 6,944 by Feb 2026, reflecting a growth of 609 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 9.6% rise from the previous count of 6,335 residents. AreaSearch validated this figure following examination of ERP data released by ABS in June 2024 and additional new addresses since the Census date. The population density was calculated at 2,276 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Adamstown's growth rate exceeded that of Rest of NSW (5.9%) and its SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 47.0% to overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as overseas migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch projections for Adamstown are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a 2021 base year are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to Adamstown for years 2032 to 2041. Projected demographic shifts indicate a population increase just below the median of non-metropolitan areas nationally, with an expected expansion of 542 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 3.0% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Adamstown when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Adamstown shows around 57 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 287 homes were approved, with a further 123 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of about 1.2 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

The market appears stable, with supply and demand well-balanced. New properties are constructed at an average value of $518,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. In FY-26, $7.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting limited commercial development activity compared to residential. Adamstown has 63.0% more construction activity per person than the Rest of NSW, offering greater choice for buyers but with recent easing in construction activity. New building activity comprises 41.0% detached houses and 59.0% medium and high-density housing, a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition of 68.0% houses. Adamstown has around 142 people per dwelling approval, indicating growth area characteristics.

Population forecasts estimate an increase of 209 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects expected to impact the region. Notable ones are The Merewether Residences, Adamstown Renewal Corridor, Woolworths Broadmeadow - Stage 1 Demolition, and Broadmeadow Place Strategy. Relevant projects are listed below.

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

Adamstown has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, lower than the rest of NSW's 3.8%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%.

As of September 2025, 4,004 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below the regional average. Workforce participation is high at 72.8%, compared to the Rest of NSW's 61.5%. A significant proportion of residents work from home (29.4%), potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. The leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.

Health care & social assistance shows notable concentration at 1.3 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 0.3%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, with a higher resident-to-working population ratio. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.8% and labour force by 3.5%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of NSW's employment contraction of 0.5%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Adamstown's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Adamstown suburb's income level exceeds national average based on latest ATO data by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Median income among taxpayers is $57,756, average income stands at $71,858. Rest of NSW figures are $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By September 2025, estimated median income is approximately $62,873, average income is $78,225, considering Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Adamstown cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. Predominant income cohort spans 30.8% (2,138 people) in $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to broader area at 29.9%. High housing costs consume 16.7% of income. Disposable income places Adamstown at the 57th percentile nationally. Area's SEIFA income ranking is in the 7th decile.

Adamstown displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Adamstown, as per the latest Census, 67.6% of dwellings were houses while 32.5% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compared to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Adamstown stood at 27.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.6% and rented ones at 40.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,100, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $395 compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Adamstown's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,100 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were also higher at $395 against the national figure of $375.

Adamstown features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households compose 63.3% of all households, including 26.4% couples with children, 24.5% couples without children, and 11.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.7%, with lone person households at 29.6% and group households comprising 6.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Rest of NSW average.

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

Adamstown's residents aged 15 and above have a higher proportion of university qualifications than broader averages: 32.9%, compared to Rest of NSW's 21.3% and SA4 region's 26.1%. The area has a notable educational advantage with bachelor degrees leading at 23.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.6%) and graduate diplomas (3%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 33.3% of residents holding vocational credentials: advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (22.9%). Educational participation is high at 29.5%, including primary education (8.8%), tertiary education (8.1%), and secondary education (7.0%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 8.1% in tertiary education, and 7.0% pursuing secondary education.

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

Adamstown has 83 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 33 different routes that facilitate 1,733 weekly passenger trips in total. The average distance to the nearest transport stop for residents is 127 meters, indicating excellent accessibility. As a predominantly residential area, most commutes are outward-bound, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 90%. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.3, which is below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 29.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 247 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Adamstown faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 55% of the total population (~3,842 people), compared to 51.9% across Rest of NSW. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 10.4 and 7.9% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 68.5% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 13.1% of residents aged 65 and over (909 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Adamstown, surveyed in June 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 87.6% of its residents born in Australia, 92.0% being citizens, and 91.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 47.2%. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.1% regionally.

Top ancestry groups were English (29.7%), Australian (28.7%), and Irish (10.0%). Notable ethnic group divergences included Macedonian at 1.2% (vs regional 0.4%), Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%), and Serbian at 0.4% (vs 0.2%).

Adamstown's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Adamstown's median age is 35 years, which is significantly below the Rest of NSW average of 43 and somewhat younger than the Australian median of 38. The 25-34 cohort is notably over-represented in Adamstown at 19.0%, compared to the Rest of NSW average, while those aged 65-74 are under-represented at 7.1%. According to the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 17.1% to 19.0% of Adamstown's population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.2% to 10.9%. Demographic modeling suggests that Adamstown's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25-34 cohort is projected to grow strongly at 18%, adding 240 residents to reach a total of 1,560. However, both the 75-84 and 5-14 age groups are expected to have reduced numbers by that year.