Annandale (NSW)

Annandale is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, Annandale's population is estimated at around 9,976 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 489 people (5.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,487 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 9,958 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 6,695 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Annandale's 5.2% growth since census positions it within 2.4 percentage points of the state (7.6%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 75.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Over this period, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the Annandale (NSW) statistical area's population expected to decline by 145 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 75 to 84 age group, which is projected to expand by 225 people.

The level of residential development activity in Annandale is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Annandale has averaged approximately 20 new dwelling approvals annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 100 homes have been approved, with an additional 8 approved so far in FY-26. This averages out to about 0.1 person moving to the area per dwelling built annually over these years.

The new supply has kept pace with or exceeded demand, providing ample buyer choice and capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction cost value of new properties is around $703,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, there have been approximately $1.3 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature.

Building activity shows 20% standalone homes and 80% medium to high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. With around 3298 people per dwelling approval, Annandale reflects a highly mature market with stable or declining population projections, potentially reducing housing demand pressures and benefiting potential buyers.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones are The Joinery Annandale, West End Residences, OTTO Annandale Student Accommodation (45-57 Parramatta Road), and Elger Street Social Housing. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Annandale maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Annandale has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 4.2%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 6,357 residents are employed, aligning with Greater Sydney's unemployment rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Annandale stands at 70.5%, exceeding Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries for employment among residents include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Annandale shows strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

In contrast, construction employs only 5.7% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 8.6%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data comparing working population and resident population. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, Annandale's labour force increased by 0.1%, while employment declined by 0.9%, causing unemployment to rise by 1.0 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, favourably comparing to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts, issued in May-25, project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Annandale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on 28 June 2023 for financial year 2023, Annandale had a median income among taxpayers of $78,684 and an average level of $121,401. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the national median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. As of September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $85,655 (median) and $132,157 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Annandale rank highly nationally, between the 93rd and 97th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that 35.1% of locals (3,501 people) fall into the $4000+ category, contrasting with the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. Economic strength is evident through 46.7% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 91st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Annandale displays a diverse mix of dwelling types

Annandale's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 22.8% houses and 77.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Home ownership in Annandale stood at 26.3%, with 31.5% of dwellings mortgaged and 42.2% rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,467, while the median weekly rent figure was $570. Nationally, Annandale's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, with rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

Annandale features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a median household size of 2.3 people

Family households constitute 62.7% of all households, including 28.0% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 7.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for 37.3%, comprising 31.5% lone person households and 5.9% group households. The median household size is 2.3 people.

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

Annandale residents aged 15 and above have a higher proportion of university qualifications at 61.0%, compared to the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. The area's educational advantage is notable with bachelor degrees being the most common at 37.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 18.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational pathways account for 19.2% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 9.8%. Educational participation is high in Annandale, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.3% in tertiary education, 9.0% in primary education, and 6.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Annandale has 39 active public transport stops, a mix of lightrail and bus services. These stops are served by 19 different routes, offering a total of 7,609 weekly passenger trips. Residential accessibility to these stops is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 165 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency across all routes averages 1,087 trips per day, equating to approximately 195 weekly trips per individual stop.

Annandale's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though slightly higher across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis shows Annandale's health metrics are strong. Common health conditions' prevalence is low in the general population but higher among older cohorts at risk.

About 75% of Annandale residents have private health cover, significantly higher than the national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues and asthma were found to be the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.3% and 7.3% of residents respectively. Around 72.3% of Annandale residents reported no medical ailments, compared to 0% in Greater Sydney. In Annandale, 14.2% of residents are aged 65 or over (1,416 people). While health outcomes among seniors are above average, they require more attention than those of the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Annandale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Annandale's cultural diversity was higher than most local markets, with 14.5% speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. Christianity dominated Annandale's religious landscape, comprising 36.7%. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented at 0.9%, compared to none across Greater Sydney.

The top three ancestry groups were English (24.8%), Australian (21.4%), and Irish (10.4%). French (0.8%) was notably overrepresented among ethnic groups, along with Russian (0.5%) and Welsh (0.7%), each compared to none regionally.

Annandale's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Annandale is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Annandale has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (14.8%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (10.3%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 10.0% to 11.4%, while those aged 75-84 have increased from 3.6% to 4.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has declined from 16.7% to 15.9%. By 2041, Annandale's age composition is expected to change significantly. The number of residents aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 44%, reaching 674 from 468. This growth will be led by the aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising 73% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 15-24 and 0-4 age groups.