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

As of November 2025, the estimated population of the Belrose statistical area (Lv2) is around 8,875 people. This figure reflects a growth of 149 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,726 people in the area. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch, based on the June 2024 ABS ERP data release and additional validated new addresses, is 8,868 people. This results in a population density ratio of 655 persons per square kilometer for Belrose (SA2). The growth rate since the census, at 1.7%, places Belrose within 1.5 percentage points of its SA3 area's growth rate of 3.2%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 72.0% to the overall population gains in 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, NSW State Government's SA2-level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to population projections, the Belrose statistical area (Lv2) is expected to grow by 345 persons by 2041, reflecting an increase of 3.7% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Belrose averaged around 71 new dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 355 homes were approved, with an additional 4 approved in FY-26 so far. Despite population decline during this period, new supply likely kept pace with demand, offering buyers good choice.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $578,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. This financial year has seen $5.8 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Belrose'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, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift from the area's existing 80.0% houses indicates decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 589 people.

AreaSearch predicts Belrose will grow by 330 residents through to 2041, with current construction levels likely meeting demand and potentially exceeding growth forecasts.

Belrose has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones are Belrose Village Green, Forestway Shopping Centre Redevelopment, Belrose North Residential Release, and Davidson Park Environmental Restoration. The following list details those likely to be 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%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of September 2025, Belrose has 4,382 employed residents and an unemployment rate of 1.4% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Sydney's at 60.0%. Key industries for employment among residents 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 ratio of 0.7 workers per resident indicates a higher level of local employment opportunities than the norm. In the year ending September 2025, Belrose experienced a decrease in labour force by 0.7% and employment declined by 1.6%, leading to an increase in unemployment rate by 0.9 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. State-level data for NSW as of 25-Nov-25 shows employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%, comparing favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 estimate a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. 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, based on simple weighting 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

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 extremely high compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003 in the same period. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% suggest a median income of approximately $63,682 and an average income of around $100,550. According to the 2021 Census, Belrose's household incomes rank at the 92nd percentile with weekly earnings of $2,598. Income analysis shows that 32.0% of Belrose's population (2,840 individuals) fall within the $4000+ income range, differing from regional levels where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is predominant at 30.9%. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 44.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. High housing costs consume 17.0% of income, yet strong 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 79.5% houses and 42.4% 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, exceeding Sydney metro's average of $3,000. Median weekly rent in Belrose was $890, higher than Sydney metro's $592. Nationally, Belrose's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and 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 constitute 79.5% of all households, composed of 44.5% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for 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, which is 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

In Belrose trail region, 35.3% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to the SA4 regional average of 41.5%. The most common qualification is bachelor degrees at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 31.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.7%) and certificates (17.3%). Educational participation is high, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 9.8% in secondary, 9.7% in primary, and 5.0% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 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

Analysis shows 74 active public transport stops in Belrose, served by buses via 66 routes. These routes facilitate 2,786 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 230 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 398 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 37 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Belrose are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Belrose shows below-average health indicators with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 63% (5,622 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 71.5%. Nationally, the average is 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (8.8%) and asthma (7.2%). 68.0% of residents declare no medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.7%. Belrose has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.5% (2,263 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 17.8%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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 had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 16.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.0% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Belrose, accounting for 60.8% of people, compared to 51.6% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were English (28.7%), Australian (24.4%), and Other (10.2%).

There were notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: South African was overrepresented at 1.5% versus 0.9%, French was lower at 0.8% compared to 1.1%, while New Zealand remained steady at 0.9%.

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 above the Australian median of 38 years. The 75-84 age cohort is over-represented in Belrose at 11.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 5.0%. This concentration of the 75-84 age group is higher than the national average of 6.0%. Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 12.3% to 14.6% of Belrose's population. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort has declined from 10.2% to 8.5%, and the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 14.2% to 13.0%. Population forecasts for Belrose indicate significant demographic changes by 2041. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow substantially, increasing by 322 people (65%) from 497 to 819. This growth is part of a broader trend of an aging population, with those aged 65 and above comprising 69% of the projected growth. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.