Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Bankstown has an estimated 37,625 residents, up 7.7% since the 2021 Census, with 18 projects tracked in Bankstown.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Bankstown lies 17 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb of Bankstown is estimated to hold around 37,625 residents as of August 2026, a figure built from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, which recorded 34,933 people, the population has grown by 2,692 people (7.7%).
The suburb of Bankstown stands out for its high share of residents born overseas and its strong apartment presence, alongside above-average renting, outstanding service amenity, a notable cohort aged 25 to 34 and an elevated base of logistics and transport employment. Residents include a high proportion of children, the area is highly culturally diverse, and income levels sit in the lower quartile. In terms of population growth, the suburb of Bankstown shows strong expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Bankstown lies 17 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb of Bankstown is estimated to hold around 37,625 residents as of August 2026, a figure built from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, which recorded 34,933 people, the population has grown by 2,692 people (7.7%).
The suburb of Bankstown stands out for its high share of residents born overseas and its strong apartment presence, alongside above-average renting, outstanding service amenity, a notable cohort aged 25 to 34 and an elevated base of logistics and transport employment. Residents include a high proportion of children, the area is highly culturally diverse, and income levels sit in the lower quartile. In terms of population growth, the suburb of Bankstown shows strong expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 27,623 in 2006 and 37,426 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 37,625 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 19%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.9%.
Bankstown ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 95th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Bankstown is $610 a week, up 2.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 23% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 5.0%.
23% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $524 in 2017, $732 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $424 in 2017, $585 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Allum Street, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $1,796,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7/28 Conway Road, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $625,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 502/6 Cross Street, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $430,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 14/38 Conway Road, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $665,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 13/28 Conway Road, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $590,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 203/465 Chapel Road, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $560,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 12/8 Melanie Street, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $805,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 422/21 Meredith Street, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $790,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 204/41 Leonard Street, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $625,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3/29 Kitchener Parade, Bankstown NSW 2200 | $390,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 17 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $629,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $610 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 5.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.61m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $615k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $629,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 17 Aug 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $732 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $585 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +1.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner South West | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner South West, over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 463 tracked applications: 312 approved, 49 under assessment, 102 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 18 projects in Bankstown (6 under construction) and 70 more in the surrounding area.
The NSW Government is investing $2 billion to deliver a new state-of-the-art hospital on the former TAFE NSW Bankstown campus site on Chapel Road. The facility will include a 14-storey hospital tower, an expanded emergency department, operating theatres, intensive care, maternity and mental health services, and a 10-storey car park.
State-led Transport Oriented Development Accelerated Precinct revitalising the Bankstown CBD and Metro station area. Rezoning took effect on 27 November 2024, enabling capacity for 14,000 new homes and up to 100,000 new jobs via 3.15 million square metres of commercial floor space.
Redevelopment of the Compass Centre site into a mixed-use precinct comprising a 5-storey podium and three towers. Approved by the Sydney South Planning Panel in February 2026, the proposal includes a 19-storey hotel with approximately 169 rooms and two 24-storey build-to-rent residential towers providing 339 apartments.
A multi-billion dollar urban renewal initiative transforming Bankstown into a premier education, health, and lifestyle hub. The Bankstown Station transit interchange and pedestrian plaza are complete, while the $2 billion New Bankstown Hospital at 490 Chapel Road is underway following state significant approval.
Structural repairs and bank stabilization along Salt Pan Creek within the Cooks River catchment, affecting parts of Greenacre, Punchbowl, Belfield and nearby suburbs. Scope includes flood mitigation, stormwater channel rehabilitation, erosion control and environmental restoration works to improve waterway health and reduce flood risk.
Conversion of the 13.5km T3 Bankstown Line to fully automated metro standards. The project involves upgrading 10 stations between Marrickville and Bankstown, installing platform screen doors, and ensuring full accessibility. Overall construction is significantly advanced with testing underway.
The Campsie Private Hospital is a proposed $450 million integrated health precinct and 200-bed private hospital located at 11 Harp Street and 5-11A Elizabeth Street.
$340 million 18-storey vertical campus opened in early 2023, replacing the former Milperra campus. Features 26,000 square meters of state-of-the-art facilities designed by HDR and Lyons architects with distinctive block and stack concept and gold/red curtain wall facade. Built by Walker Corporation, achieving 6 Star Green Star Design & As Built rating.
Mixed-use precinct by Poly Global on the former Bankstown RSL site, comprising 516 dwellings across multiple towers with ground-floor retail, health services and childcare, extensive communal open space and approx. 700+ basement parking spaces.
New public preschool facility being delivered at the Yagoona Public School site as part of the NSW Government's $769 million plan to build 100 new public preschools co-located with public primary schools across NSW.
Conversion of the heritage-listed Punchbowl Station, originally opened in 1909, to fully automated metro standards as part of the Sydenham to Bankstown extension of the M1 Metro North West & Bankstown Line.
An $80 million mixed-use precinct at Bankstown Airport designed to provide essential community services and commercial facilities. The development includes a 120-place childcare centre, retail shops, flexible office spaces, and medium-scale warehouses across two main sections.
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Estimated completion year of the 43 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 17, 2027 15, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 463 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bankstown over the past 5 years, 166 in the last 12 months; 49 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 13, 2022 63, 2023 66, 2024 86, 2025 85, 2026 (to Oct) 150.
Key application 99 North Terrace, Bankstown Childcare | $360m | 339 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 463 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 166 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 92 | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 312 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 49 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bankstown include: Bankstown Exchange (Stage 1 - Bankstown Central Masterplan) (Construction); New Bankstown Hospital (Construction); Compass Centre Redevelopment (Approved); Bankstown TOD Accelerated Precinct (Approved); and Bankstown CBD Transformation (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bankstown spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Health & Medical, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Bankstown when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bankstown area has seen 113 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bankstown's current population of 37,625 has been supported by 92 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bankstown has seen 2.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 659 people in the suburb of Bankstown, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bankstown's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 92, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bankstown has grown by approximately 2,177 people, while 458 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Bankstown are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,625 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,921 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 34,933 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,692 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.35 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bankstown was estimated to be approximately 37,625 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 37,426 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bankstown has added approximately 2,692 people and shown a 7.71% increase from the 34,933 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bankstown is estimated at 5,925 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bankstown has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bankstown is driven by: Overseas migration (72.0%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.0% of overall population gains.
Bankstown hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bankstown at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Bankstown is 3 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bankstown compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 19.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bankstown compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 10.9% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Bankstown is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.2% of the population in the suburb of Bankstown as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.8% of the population in the suburb of Bankstown as at August 2026.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $45,614 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $55,972 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,331 | 2021 Census, weekly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $542 | 2021 Census, weekly | 6th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 12.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,436 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 28.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bankstown is approximately $48,524. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $45,614.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bankstown is approximately $59,543. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $55,972.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bankstown is approximately $48,524 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $45,614 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bankstown is approximately $59,543 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,972 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bankstown's households (~30.9% / 3,393 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bankstown is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.9% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bankstown is $1,331/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bankstown is $1,436/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bankstown is $542/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Bankstown is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $45,614 while the average income stands at $55,972. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $48,524 (median) and $59,543 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bankstown is $4,404 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bankstown's disposable income is $4,404 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Bankstown are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 10% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 9.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 16,395 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 35,938 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 18,186 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bankstown has approximately 16,395 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 9.8%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bankstown stands at 9.8%, which is 5.7 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bankstown is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.6% of employment), retail trade (12.0%), and manufacturing (9.3%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and professional & technical.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bankstown has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bankstown is 60.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Bankstown shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 9.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Bankstown's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Bankstown shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 30.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
30.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bankstown have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
45.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bankstown have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Bankstown ranks in the 41th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bankstown are: Bachelor Degree (20.8%), Certificate (13.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.9%).
34.9% of the population in the suburb of Bankstown is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.3% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 7.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bankstown is 978, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 13 schools within the suburb of Bankstown, with a combined enrollment of approximately 5,650 students.
The suburb of Bankstown includes 8 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 2 combined schools.
Bankstown features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 37.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 10,980 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 11,826 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.8% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bankstown had 10,980 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.7% to an estimated 11,826 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bankstown is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.0%), group households (4.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 8,103 family households, couples with children account for 37.7% of all households, couples without children at home 18.1%, and single parent families 15.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Bankstown shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bankstown have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 48.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.5% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 22.0% of all households in the suburb of Bankstown, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.2% of households, in line with the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
Bankstown is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 61.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 80.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 19.7% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Bankstown is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 61.1% of its population born overseas and 80.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Bankstown was found to be Islam, which makes up 34.4% of people in Bankstown. This compares to 6.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bankstown are Other, comprising 28.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Vietnamese, comprising 18.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 1.8%, and Lebanese, comprising 11.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 2.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 2.0% of Bankstown (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), Samoan at 0.7% (vs 0.5%) and Chinese at 10.5% (vs 8.4%).
61.1% of the suburb of Bankstown population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
80.3% of the population in the suburb of Bankstown speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.4% of the suburb of Bankstown population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
73.2% of the suburb of Bankstown population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bankstown features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 58.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,800 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 30.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 31.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.2 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bankstown, 22.2% of homes are owned outright, 25.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 52.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 30.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Bankstown are houses.
In the suburb of Bankstown, 58.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bankstown stands at 22.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bankstown is $1,800, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bankstown is $1,363, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bankstown, households with mortgages typically spend 31.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 30.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bankstown is 1.2, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bankstown shows mortgage holders spending 31.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 30.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bankstown consists of 30.1% detached houses, 10.2% semi-detached dwellings, 58.7% apartments, and 1.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bankstown consumes approximately 23.7% of median household income ($5,763 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bankstown show attached dwellings contributing 36% of approvals compared to 70% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 64% of applications versus 30% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
The level of general health in Bankstown is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 9th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 79.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the suburb of Bankstown are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Bankstown, 6.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
4.8% of people in the suburb of Bankstown are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.2% of the suburb of Bankstown population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the suburb of Bankstown have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bankstown, 47.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 95th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 202 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 13,876 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 186 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 52 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 29.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 202 public transport stops within the suburb of Bankstown.
The suburb of Bankstown has 13,876 weekly trips across 52 routes, averaging 1,982 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 135 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 206 m away and the nearest school 384 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 202 stops nearby, 13,876 weekly trips, access rating 95 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 206 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 366 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 384 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 405 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 458 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 482 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 684 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 701 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 775 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 18 long day care centres with 881 places in Bankstown, about 3.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Bankstown when compared nationally.
Bankstown ranks in the 59th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Bankstown's affordable property market has recorded 575 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 96% residential and 4% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Bankstown are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Bankstown hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
Employment drivers in Bankstown are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 10% of areas assessed across Australia.
Bankstown shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Bankstown features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Bankstown is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bankstown features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
The level of general health in Bankstown is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bankstown has an estimated 37,625 residents, up 7.7% since the 2021 Census, with 18 projects tracked in Bankstown.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Bankstown.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL10181). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Bankstown from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Bankstown with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
