Austinmer

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

Austinmer's population is estimated at approximately 2,692 as of February 2026. This figure reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census total of 2,725 people, representing a drop of 33 individuals (1.2%). The current population estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and analysis of the resident population of 2,686, as per their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024. This level of population results in a density ratio of 801 persons per square kilometer, which aligns with averages observed across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The primary driver for Austinmer's population growth has been overseas migration, contributing approximately 62.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 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. Looking ahead, Austinmer is expected to experience population growth that is just below the median of non-metropolitan areas nationally. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb's population is anticipated to increase by 202 persons to reach a total of approximately 2,894 individuals by the year 2041. This projected growth represents an overall increase of around 7.3% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Austinmer according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Austinmer has seen minimal construction activity with two new dwellings approved annually over the past five years, totalling fourteen. This low development level reflects the rural nature of the area, where housing needs rather than market demand typically drive development. Note that the small sample size means individual projects can significantly influence annual growth figures.

Austinmer's development levels are substantially lower than those in the Rest of NSW and below national averages. The new building activity shows an equal split between detached dwellings and townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift towards compact living to provide affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This marks a significant change from the current housing mix, which is 83% houses, due to reduced development site availability and shifting lifestyle demands. The estimated population density of 788 people per dwelling approval reflects Austinmer's quiet, low activity development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Austinmer is expected to grow by 196 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep up with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Looking ahead, Austinmer is expected to grow by 196 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Austinmer 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 has identified one major project expected to affect this region: Electrify 2515 Community Pilot. Other notable projects include More Trains More Services Stage Two - Mortdale to Kiama Capital Works, Bulli Bypass Feasibility Study, and Woonona Place. The following details projects likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Austinmer demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Austinmer has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% as of December 2025, lower than Regional NSW's 3.9%. Workforce participation in Austinmer is higher at 69.3%, compared to Regional NSW's 61.3%.

According to Census responses, 51.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts are noted. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Education & training has a particularly notable concentration at 1.8 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 0.4%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data.

Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.5%, labour force by 0.7%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional NSW where employment fell by 1.2% and unemployment rose by 0.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Austinmer's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Austinmer suburb has top percentile national income level according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Median income among taxpayers is $64,723 and average income stands at $98,209. These figures compare with Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% would be approximately $70,457 (median) and $106,910 (average). Census data shows household, family and personal incomes rank highly in Austinmer, between 85th and 92nd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates the $4000+ bracket dominates with 30.6% of residents (823 people), contrasting with Regional NSW where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 29.9%. Economic strength is evident through 43.9% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain 87.4% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Austinmer is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Austinmer, as per the latest Census evaluation, 82.7% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 17.3% being other types such as semi-detached, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is similar to Regional NSW's dwelling structure which comprised 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Austinmer stood at 45.7%, with the rest of the dwellings either mortgaged (35.3%) or rented (19.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,726, significantly higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,863 and the national average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Austinmer was recorded at $550, substantially higher than Regional NSW's average of $330 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 80.5% of all households, including 40.6% couples with children, 29.6% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.5%, with lone person households at 17.1% and group households making up 2.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Austinmer demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Austinmer is significantly higher than broader benchmarks. As of the latest data, 51.2% of residents aged 15 years or older hold university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 25.2% in the SA4 region. This gives the area a substantial educational advantage. Bachelor degrees are most common at 30.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.0%) and graduate diplomas (5.2%).

Trade and technical skills are also prominent, with 26.4% of residents holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (15.5%). Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Austinmer has 21 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 21 different routes, offering a total of 1,267 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 215 meters to the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward using personal vehicles, which remain the primary mode of transport at 91%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, a significant 51.5% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 181 trips per day, translating to roughly 60 weekly trips per individual stop.

Austinmer's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Austinmer's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Approximately 66% of Austinmer's total population (1,767 people) had private health cover, compared to Regional NSW's 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions were arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 7.2% and 7.1% of residents respectively. A total of 73.4% of residents reported being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Regional NSW's 63.3%. Austinmer has 21.1% of residents aged 65 and over (568 people), lower than Regional NSW's 23.4%. Health outcomes among seniors in Austinmer are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Austinmer's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 82.8% of its population born in Australia, 93.8% being citizens, and 95.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Austinmer, comprising 41.8% of people. However, Judaism had the most significant overrepresentation, making up 0.4% of the population compared to Regional NSW's 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.7%), Australian (25.9%), and Irish (12.3%). Notably, Welsh (1.0%) was overrepresented compared to Regional NSW's 0.5%, as were Dutch (1.8% vs 1.0%) and Russian (0.5% vs 0.2%).

Austinmer's median age exceeds the national pattern

Austinmer's median age is 42 years, similar to Regional NSW's average of 43, but considerably older than Australia's 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 45-54 are particularly prominent at 12.8%, while the 85+ group is smaller at 1.5% compared to Regional NSW. Between 2021 and now, the 75-84 age group has grown from 5.2% to 7.1% of the population, and the 15-24 cohort has increased from 9.9% to 11.3%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has declined from 14.9% to 13.3%. By 2041, substantial demographic changes are forecast for Austinmer. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 45%, adding 85 residents to reach 277. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 15-24 cohorts.