Belrose

Belrose 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 since the Census, Belrose's population is estimated at around 8,876 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 150 people (1.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,726 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 8,868 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 75 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 656 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Belrose's 1.7% growth since census positions it within 1.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (3.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as 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, as 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. Looking at population projections moving forward, lower quartile growth of Australian statistical areas is anticipated, with the suburb expected to grow by 347 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 3.7% in total over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Belrose averaged around 71 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 355 homes were approved, with a further 4 approved in FY-26 so far. The population has fallen over this period, suggesting that new supply is keeping up with demand, offering good choice to buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $578,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY-26, there have been $5.8 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Belrose shows 170.0% higher development activity per person. Recent construction comprises 42.0% standalone homes and 58.0% medium and high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift reflects decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles. The estimated count of 589 people in the area per dwelling approval indicates a quiet, low activity development environment.

Looking ahead, Belrose is expected to grow by 332 residents through to 2041, with current construction levels suggesting that housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Belrose Village Green, Forestway Shopping Centre Redevelopment, Belrose North Residential Release, and Davidson Park Environmental Restoration. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment environment in Belrose shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Belrose has a well-educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 2.8%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. As of September 2025, 4,382 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.4% below Greater Sydney's figure.

Workforce participation in Belrose lags at 60.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census data, 51.9% of residents work from home. Key industries for employment are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

However, transport, postal & warehousing is under-represented at 2.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 5.3%. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.7, indicating above-normal local employment opportunities. In the year ending September 2025, Belrose's labour force decreased by 0.7% and employment declined by 1.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.9 percentage points. Conversely, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Belrose's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years.

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

Belrose suburb has a median taxpayer income of $58,499 and an average income of $92,366, according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Nationally, this is high compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,023. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $63,682 and an average income of around $100,550, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census ranks Belrose's household incomes at the 92nd percentile with a weekly median of $2,598. Income analysis shows 32.0% of Belrose residents (2,840 individuals) earn over $4,000 annually, differing from regional levels where earnings between $1,500 and $2,999 prevail at 30.9%. Notably, 44.6% of Belrose's population exceeds a weekly income of $3,000, indicating strong purchasing power in the area. High housing costs consume 17.0% of income, but robust earnings place disposable income at the 90th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

Belrose's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 79.5% houses and 20.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Belrose stood at 45.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.4% and rented ones at 11.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,441, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Belrose was $890, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Belrose's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 79.5% of all households, including 44.5% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.5%, with lone person households at 19.6% and group households comprising 1.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational achievement in Belrose places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational qualifications in Belrose trail regional benchmarks show that 35.3% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to 41.5% in the SA4 region. This difference suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 31.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (13.7%) and certificates (17.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.8% in secondary education, 9.7% in primary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Belrose has 74 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 66 different routes that together facilitate 2,786 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as good, with residents typically living within 230 meters of the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport, used by 91% of residents. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in Belrose, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 51.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 398 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 37 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Belrose is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Belrose shows better-than-average health outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data from June 2021. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover is exceptionally high in Belrose, with approximately 63% of the total population (5,622 people) having it compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.8 and 7.2% of residents respectively, while 68.0% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Belrose has 25.9% of residents aged 65 and over (2,298 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney as of June 2021. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than those for the broader population.

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

Belrose has a higher level of cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 16.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.0% born overseas. The predominant religion in Belrose is Christianity, accounting for 60.8% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 49.2%. Regarding ancestry, the top three groups in Belrose are English (28.7%, compared to a regional average of 19.0%), Australian (24.4%, higher than the regional average of 17.8%), and Other (10.2%, lower than the regional average of 16.0%).

Notably, certain ethnic groups have different representations: South African is overrepresented at 1.5% in Belrose compared to the regional average of 0.5%, French at 0.8% versus a regional average of 0.5%, and New Zealand at 0.9% versus a regional average of 0.5%.

Belrose hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Belrose is 46 years, which is notably higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and also exceeds the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney's average, the cohort aged 75-84 is significantly over-represented at 11.6% locally, while those aged 25-34 are under-represented at 5.0%. This concentration of the 75-84 age group is well above the national average of 6.1%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 12.3% to 14.8%, while those aged 65 to 74 have declined from 10.2% to 8.3% and those aged 5 to 14 have dropped from 14.2% to 12.7%. Population forecasts for Belrose in the year 2041 indicate significant demographic changes, with the cohort aged 85+ projected to grow by 286 people (54%), increasing from 532 to 819. The aging population trend is clear, with those aged 65 and above comprising 68% of the projected growth. Conversely, the cohorts aged 0-4 and 35-44 are expected to experience population declines.