Basin View

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Basin View is around 1,554 people, a decrease of 29 individuals (1.8%) since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 1,583 people. This estimation by AreaSearch was made following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of two new addresses since the Census date. The current population density is approximately 220 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed significantly to recent population growth, accounting for about 77.0% of overall gains. AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Basin View is forecasted to grow by 348 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 22.4% over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Basin View, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Basin View has seen around 5 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 28 homes were approved, with a further 6 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.1 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these years, suggesting balanced supply and demand dynamics.

The average construction cost value of new dwellings is $471,000, indicating developers' focus on the premium market. This financial year has seen $963,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting a predominantly residential focus. Comparatively, Basin View records roughly half the building activity per person than Rest of NSW and ranks among the 24th percentile nationally when assessed areas are considered. This results in relatively constrained buyer choice, supporting interest in existing dwellings. Recent construction comprises 75.0% detached dwellings and 25.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

This marks a significant shift from current housing patterns (currently 96.0% houses), potentially due to diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. The estimated population count of 650 people per dwelling approval reflects Basin View's quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections show the area adding approximately 348 residents by 2041 (from AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate). If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Basin View has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting the region: Princes Highway Upgrade from Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road. Other key projects include Bay and Basin NSW Ambulance Station in Sussex Inlet, St Georges Basin, Berrara, Swan Lake Coastal Management Program, and Sydney-Canberra Rail Connectivity And Capacity. The following details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Basin View ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Basin View has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent essential services sectors, an unemployment rate of 2.8%, and estimated employment growth of 0.9% in the past year. As of December 2025, there are 665 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.2% below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is lower at 51.6%, compared to Regional NSW's 60.5%.

According to Census responses, only 11.2% of residents work from home. The leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction is particularly strong, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.6%, below Regional NSW's 5.3%. Over a 12-month period ending in December 2025, employment increased by 0.9% and labour force by 2.1%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 1.1 percentage points.

In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 1.2%, labour force decline by 0.8%, with unemployment rising by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 indicate that Basin View's employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The median taxpayer income in Basin View is $46,381 and the average is $58,466 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with Regional NSW having a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $51,168 (median) and $64,500 (average). According to Census 2021 data, income levels in Basin View fall between the 14th and 16th percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that 33.2% of locals (515 people) have incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999, reflecting regional patterns where 29.9% also occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Basin View, with only 82.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 16th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Basin View, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 95.7% houses and 4.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Basin View was at 40.2%, matching Regional NSW's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (41.0%) or rented (18.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,532, below Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent was recorded at $360, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Basin View's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 69.9% of all households, including 23.7% couples with children, 33.2% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 30.1%, with lone person households at 24.9% and group households comprising 5.6%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Regional NSW average.

Basin View faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 12.7%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common, at 9.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 46.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (36.9%).

Education is actively pursued by a substantial 24.6% of the population, including 10.0% in primary education, 8.8% in secondary education, and 1.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Basin View has 29 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 17 different routes that together facilitate 257 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 154 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commutes are outward-bound, with cars being the dominant mode of transportation at 98%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in Basin View. According to the 2021 Census, only 11.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 36 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 8 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Basin View is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Basin View faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Several health conditions affect both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is relatively low, at approximately 50% of the total population (~778 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.5%) and mental health issues (10.6%), while 57.5% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Basin View has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (24.7%, or 383 people) than Regional NSW (23.4%). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally in line with national rankings for the general population.

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

Basin View has a below average cultural diversity, with 86.7% of its population born in Australia, 90.2% being citizens, and 96.4% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, comprising 50.9% of Basin View's population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (31.2%), English (30.5%), and Irish (7.8%).

Notably, Hungarian (0.4%) and Maltese (1.5%) are overrepresented in Basin View compared to the regional averages of 0.2% and 0.4%, respectively. Polish representation is also higher at 0.9% versus 0.5%.

Basin View hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Basin View's median age in 2021 was 47 years, significantly higher than Regional NSW's average of 43 and the national average of 38. The age profile showed that those aged 55-64 were particularly prominent at 14.0%, while those aged 5-14 were comparatively smaller at 10.8% compared to Regional NSW. Between 2021 and the present, Basin View's median age has fallen from 48 to 47 years. Notable changes include the growth of the 35-44 age group from 9.3% to 11.4% and the 25-34 cohort from 10.6% to 12.5%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort declined from 15.6% to 14.0%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 11.9% to 10.8%. By 2041, Basin View's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, increasing by 67 people (38%) from 180 to 248. Meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort is projected to grow modestly by 7% (12 people).