Bensville

Bensville has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Bensville is around 2,544, reflecting an increase of 44 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,500. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 2,512 based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. The population density ratio is 516 persons per square kilometer. Bensville's 1.8% growth since census compares to the SA3 area's 3.2%, demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts 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 released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the suburb's population is projected to contract by 46 persons according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 75 to 84 age group which is projected to expand by 107 people.

The level of residential development activity in Bensville is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows that Bensville has recorded around 4 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 21 homes. As of FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded. Despite population decline in the area, development activity has been adequate relative to other areas, benefiting buyers while new properties are constructed at an average expected construction cost value of $855,000, indicating a focus on premium market segment properties. This financial year, $81,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting a predominantly residential focus.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Bensville has significantly less development activity, with 56.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, though construction activity has intensified recently. The area's development level is also below national average, reflecting its maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent development has been entirely comprised of detached dwellings, preserving Bensville's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population per dwelling approval in the area is 451 people.

With stable or declining population projections, Bensville should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

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

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Bensville performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Bensville has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate was 0.9% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.6%. As of September 2025, 1,380 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.3% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is slightly lower at 67.6%. According to Census responses, 36.0% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training, with a high specialization in the former (1.3 times the regional level). Professional & technical employment is limited at 8.3%, compared to 11.5% regionally.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.6% and labour force by 3.7%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.1%, labour force expanded by 2.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Bensville's employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Bensville suburb is $50,240 and average income is $75,243. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%, estimated median income would be approximately $54,691 and average income $81,910. According to Census 2021 data, household income ranks at the 76th percentile ($2,176 weekly), personal income at the 51st percentile. Predominant income cohort is 33.1% (842 people) in $1,500 - 2,999 bracket. Notably, 32.0% earn above $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 14.1% of income, with residents ranking in the 78th percentile for disposable income. Area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Bensville, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 99.0% houses and 1.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bensville stood at 37.9%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (55.5%) or rented (6.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Bensville was $463, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Bensville's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 83.5% of all households, including 47.7% couples with children, 26.6% couples without children, and 8.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for 16.5%, with lone person households at 14.8% and group households making up 1.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Bensville shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's university qualification rate is 24.6%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 13.3% and certificates at 28.9%. Educational participation is high, with 29.6% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.4% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 3.9% in tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates 18 active public transport stops in Bensville, offering mixed bus services. These are covered by 19 routes, facilitating 385 weekly passenger trips collectively. Transport access is rated good, with residents typically located 308 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most commute outward; cars dominate at 93%, with 5% using trains. Average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.9, exceeding regional averages. High work-from-home rate noted: 36% (2021 Census).

Service frequency averages 55 trips daily across all routes, approximately 21 weekly trips per stop.

Bensville's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Bensville. AreaSearch's assessment found low prevalence of common health conditions across both young and old age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover was very high at approximately 57% of the total population (1,441 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were asthma and mental health issues, impacting 8.6% and 8.6% of residents respectively. 68.3% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 22.3% of residents aged 65 and over (567 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Bensville, as per a study conducted on the 29th of June, 20XX, exhibited cultural diversity levels below the average. The population born in Australia stood at 84.4%, with 94.0% being citizens and 96.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 57.5% of Bensville's residents, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 49.2%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.2%), Australian (29.1%), and Irish (8.9%). Notably, Polish (1.1%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.6%, as were Spanish (0.7% vs 0.6%) and Maltese (0.8% vs 1.0%).

Bensville's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Bensville is 42 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The 75-84 age group constitutes 8.9% of Bensville's population, compared to the 25-34 cohort at 5.9%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 4.2% to 8.9%, while the 25-34 cohort has declined from 7.2% to 5.9%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate that the 75-84 age group will grow by 31% (70 people), reaching 297 from 226. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 96% of total population growth. Conversely, the 65-74 and 25-34 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.