Berry

Berry lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the population of Berry is estimated at around 3,254 people. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 3,098 people, marking a growth of 156 individuals (5.0%). AreaSearch validated new addresses and examined ERP data released by the ABS in June 2025 to estimate Berry's resident population at 3,252. The population density is approximately 63 persons per square kilometer. Berry's growth rate since the 2021 Census exceeded that of its SA4 region (3.1%) and SA3 area, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during this period.

AreaSearch uses 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 are used, with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends project an above median growth for locations outside capital cities, with Berry expected to grow by 460 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 14.1% over the 16-year period.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Berry when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis, Berry recorded approximately 23 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 118 homes were approved, with a further 17 approved in FY-26 to date. Over the past five financial years, an average of 1.5 new residents arrived per new home built. However, this has decreased to 0.7 people per dwelling over the past two financial years.

The average construction value of new homes was $855,000 during this period. This year, commercial approvals totalled $19.4 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial development in Berry compared to the rest of NSW, where it is 10.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period. Recent construction comprised 73.0% detached houses and 27.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's low density character.

With around 158 people per approval, Berry reflects a low density area. By 2041, Berry is projected to grow by 458 residents based on AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified five projects likely to impact this area. Notable projects include Berry Lane, Planning and Heritage Investigations for Berry, Foxground, and Berry Bypass, as well as the Berry to Bomaderry Princes Highway Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Berry significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Berry has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.6% over the past year based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, there are 1,319 residents in work and the unemployment rate is 1.9% below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation lags significantly at 48.2%, compared to Regional NSW's 60.5%. A high 32.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, construction, and professional & technical services. The area shows strong specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share of 1.9 times the regional level.

Transport, postal & warehousing is under-represented, with only 1.5% of Berry's workforce compared to 3.9% in Regional NSW. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 2.6% while labour force increased by 3.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.9 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 1.2%, labour force contract by 0.8%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Berry. These projections suggest national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Berry's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Berry's median income among taxpayers is $50,425. The average income in Berry is $78,106. Nationally, this is high compared to Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Berry would be approximately $55,629 (median) and $86,167 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data ranks Berry's household, family, and personal incomes modestly, between the 35th and 43rd percentiles. In Berry, 26.3% of locals (855 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to regional levels where 29.9% occupy this range. After housing costs, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses. Berry's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Berry's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.7% houses and 15.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Berry's home ownership rate was 58.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.6% and rented ones at 14.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Berry was $2,167, higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Berry was $520, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Berry's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Berry has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 72.2% of all households, including 23.8% couples with children, 41.9% couples without children, and 6.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.8%, with lone person households at 26.4% and group households comprising 1.2%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

The educational profile of Berry exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Berry's educational attainment exceeds regional averages significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 33.2% have university qualifications, compared to 19.0% in the SA3 area and 21.3% in the Rest of NSW. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are held by 36.6% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 14.9% and certificates at 21.7%.

In total, 24.4% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.5% in primary, 6.4% in secondary, and 3.1% in tertiary education.

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

Berry has 83 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 18 routes, facilitating 2,522 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents typically located 137 meters from the nearest stop. Berry is predominantly residential; most commutes are outward-bound. Cars remain the primary mode at 91%, while walking accounts for 7%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 32.6% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 360 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 30 weekly trips per individual stop.

Berry's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Berry's health outcomes show notable results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were found to be low, particularly among younger cohorts.

Approximately 58% of Berry's total population (~1,879 people) has private health cover, compared to Regional NSW's 51.9%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (impacting 12.7% of residents) and mental health issues (6.3%). Notably, 62.0% of Berry's residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Working-age residents exhibit low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 41.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,337 people), higher than Regional NSW's 23.4%. While health outcomes among seniors are above average, they rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Berry's population was found to be predominantly Australian-born, with 82.7% born in Australia and 92.1% being citizens. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of Berry's residents. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 59.5% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

The top three ancestry groups in Berry are English (35.9%), Australian (27.4%), and Irish (11.8%). Notably, Scottish ancestry is overrepresented at 10.4%, Welsh at 0.8%, and Maltese at 0.5%, compared to regional averages of 8.0%, 0.5%, and 0.4% respectively.

Berry ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Berry is 57 years, which is significantly higher than Regional NSW's average of 43 years and substantially exceeds the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Berry has a higher concentration of residents aged 75-84 (15.0%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (6.2%). This concentration of 75-84 year-olds is well above the national average of 6.1%. According to post-2021 Census data, the proportion of Berry's population aged 15-24 has grown from 6.5% to 8.1%, while the proportion aged 75-84 has increased from 13.4% to 15.0%. Conversely, the proportion aged 55-64 has declined from 14.2% to 11.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Berry's age structure. The number of residents aged 85 and above is projected to increase markedly, expanding by 152 people (63%) from 244 to 397. Meanwhile, both the 65-74 and 55-64 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.