Albion Park

Population growth drivers in Albion Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Albion Park statistical area (Lv2) is around 18,729. This reflects a significant increase from the 2021 Census figure of 13,826 people, marking a growth of 4,903 individuals or approximately 35.5%. This change was inferred by AreaSearch through examining the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and validating an additional 140 new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is calculated at 2,162 persons per square kilometer, surpassing the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Albion Park (SA2) has demonstrated notable growth since the 2021 Census, exceeding both the non-metro area's growth rate of 5.7% and the SA4 region's growth rate. This significant increase was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch's projections for the Albion Park (SA2) are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, 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 the years 2032 to 2041. Considering these projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted for the Albion Park (SA2) over the period from 2025 to 2041. The area is expected to grow by approximately 9,082 persons during this time, reflecting a gain of around 35.9% in total population over these 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Albion Park was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis shows Albion Park had around 169 new homes approved annually. Between FY21 and FY25, approximately 845 homes were approved, with another 120 in FY26 so far. This results in about 5.4 new residents per year for each home built over the past five years.

Supply is lagging demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average value of new dwellings is $444,000, slightly above the regional average. Commercial approvals this financial year totalled $938,000, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Rest of NSW, Albion Park has 38.0% more development per person over the past five years, preserving buyer options while sustaining property demand. This is well above national averages, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area.

Recent construction comprises 60.0% detached houses and 40.0% attached dwellings, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments. This marks a departure from existing housing patterns, suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and affordability needs. The location has approximately 106 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Future projections show Albion Park adding 6,714 residents by 2041. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

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

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 19 such projects that may impact the area. Notable projects include Tripoli Way Extension, Mount Terry Estate, Albion Park Rail Residential Development - Riverside Estate, and Con O'Keefe and Russell Street Precinct Master Plan. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Albion Park maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Albion Park has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent essential services sectors, an unemployment rate of 3.4%, and estimated employment growth of 0.7% over the past year (AreaSearch data). As of September 2025, 9,045 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 0.4% below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is high at 65.3%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Transport, postal & warehousing is particularly strong with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.2% compared to Rest of NSW's 5.3%. Local employment opportunities appear limited as indicated by Census data.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.7%, labour force by 0.9%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment decline by 0.5% and labour force decline by 0.1%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs) with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. National unemployment rate is 4.3%. Job and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Albion Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Albion Park had a median taxpayer income of $50,625 and an average income of $59,167. These figures are below the national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively in Rest of NSW. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated median and average incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $55,110 and $64,409 respectively. Census data indicates Albion Park's household, family, and personal incomes are around the 55th percentile nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 36.7% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (6,873 residents), similar to regional levels at 29.9%. High housing costs consume 16.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 60th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Albion Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Albion Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 85.1% houses and 14.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 79.0% houses and 21.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Albion Park was at 32.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 50.0% and rented ones at 17.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,058, below Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent in Albion Park was $460, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $430. Nationally, Albion Park's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,058 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 82.1% of all households, consisting of 40.1% couples with children, 28.2% couples without children, and 12.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.9%, with lone person households making up 16.2% and group households comprising 1.7%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Albion Park aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 14.6%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 46.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (35.0%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 3.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Albion Park shows that there are currently 98 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 50 individual routes providing service to the community. Together, these routes facilitate 736 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 157 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, there are 105 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately seven weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Albion Park are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Albion Park's health indicators show below-average results compared to national averages. Common health conditions are somewhat typical but higher among older cohorts, with mental health issues and arthritis affecting 9.6% and 8.8% of residents respectively. Around 50% (~9,431 people) have private health cover, lower than Rest of NSW's 53.8%.

Nationally, the average is 55.7%. About 67.3% declare no medical ailments, slightly higher than Rest of NSW's 65.2%. The area has a smaller proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.9%, compared to Rest of NSW's 20.9%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting challenges.

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

Albion Park had a low cultural diversity, with 87.3% of its residents born in Australia, 92.8% being citizens, and 94.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 57.0% of Albion Park's population, slightly lower than the Rest of NSW's 57.3%. The top three ancestry groups were English (30.4%), Australian (30.1%), and Scottish (7.1%).

Notably, Welsh (0.9%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.7%, while Spanish (1.0%) and Macedonian (1.0%) had similar representation to the region.

Albion Park's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Albion Park has a median age of 35 years, which is lower than both the Rest of NSW average of 43 and the Australian median of 38. The 35-44 age group comprises 14.9% of Albion Park's population, higher than the Rest of NSW average, while the 65-74 age group makes up 8.0%, lower than the Rest of NSW average. According to the 2021 Census, the 35-44 age group grew from 12.4% to 14.9%, and the 55-64 age group decreased from 12.2% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Albion Park's age profile, with the 35-44 cohort expected to grow by 56%, adding 1,569 residents to reach a total of 4,360.