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

By Nov 2025, Berry's population is estimated at around 3,150, reflecting an increase of 52 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,098. This change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 3,121 following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and additional 65 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 61 persons per square kilometer. Berry's growth rate of 1.7% since census positions it within 2.0 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.7%). Overseas migration was the primary driver for population growth during recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered by this data.

Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends project an above median growth for locations outside capital cities, with Berry expected to grow by 476 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 13.1% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Berry recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Berry has recorded approximately 24 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 120 homes were approved, with an additional 10 approved so far in FY-26. On average, these new dwellings have attracted 0.7 new residents per year each.

This supply has been meeting or exceeding demand, providing greater buyer choice and supporting potential population growth above projections. The average construction value of these new properties is $855,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, $9.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development compared to Berry's slightly higher development activity relative to the rest of NSW over the past five years.

This activity has moderated in recent periods but continues to preserve reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. New developments consist of 74% detached dwellings and 26% medium and high-density housing, maintaining Berry's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With around 171 people per approval, Berry reflects a low density area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Berry is forecasted to gain 413 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified five projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Berry Lane, Planning and Heritage Investigations for Berry, Foxground and Berry Bypass, and Berry to Bomaderry Princes Highway Upgrade, with the following list detailing those of most relevance.

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

Berry has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.

Over the past year, there was estimated employment growth of 2.8%. As of June 2025, 1,236 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.3% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation in Berry lags at 46.2%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and professional & technical services.

Berry shows strong specialization in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.9 times the regional level. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing is under-represented, with only 1.5% of Berry's workforce compared to 3.9% in Rest of NSW. Local employment opportunities appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population data. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.8%, while labour force grew by 2.2%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment fall by 0.1%, labour force expand by 0.3%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these 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 consider localized population projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Berry's median income among taxpayers is $50,425, with an average of $78,106. Nationally, this is extremely high compared to Rest of NSW's median of $49,459 and average of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $56,784 (median) and $87,955 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Berry rank modestly, between the 35th and 43rd percentiles. The predominant income cohort spans 26.3% of locals (828 people), earning $1,500 - 2,999 annually, similar to regional levels where 29.9% fall within this range. After housing expenses, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses, and the area'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 structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.7% houses and 15.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Non-Metro NSW had 87.8% houses and 12.2% other dwellings. Berry's home ownership rate was 58.3%, with the rest being mortgaged (27.6%) or rented (14.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Berry was $2,167, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Berry was recorded at $520, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $350. Nationally, Berry's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Berry has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 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 make up the remaining 27.8%, with lone person households at 26.4% and group households comprising 1.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which matches the average for the Rest of NSW.

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

Educational attainment in Berry is notably higher than broader benchmarks. 33.2% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 19.0% in the SA3 area and 21.3% in the Rest of NSW. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 14.9% and certificates at 21.7%.

A significant 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. Berry Public School serves the local educational needs within Berry, with an enrollment of 282 students as of a recent report. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. School places per 100 residents stand at 8.9, below the regional average of 12.7, suggesting some students may attend schools in adjacent areas. Berry demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 1057.

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

Berry has 76 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 18 routes that facilitate 2,510 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 138 meters to the nearest stop.

Daily service frequency averages 358 trips across all routes, equating to about 33 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Berry is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows significant challenges for Berry, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 58% (~1,819 people) have private health cover, higher than the 49.3% rate across Rest of NSW.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 12.7% of residents) and mental health issues (6.3%). A total of 62.0% claim to be free from medical ailments, compared to 59.4% in Rest of NSW. Berry has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 40.5% (1,275 people), compared to 27.8% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Berry's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 82.7% of its population born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 97.5% speaking English only at home. The dominant religion in Berry was Christianity, comprising 59.5% of the population. This compares to a regional figure of 52.6% for Rest of NSW.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups were English (35.9%), Australian (27.4%), and Irish (11.8%). Notably, Scottish ancestry was overrepresented in Berry at 10.4%, compared to 8.1% regionally. Similarly, Welsh ancestry stood at 0.8% versus the regional figure of 0.6%, and Maltese ancestry was recorded at 0.5%, slightly lower than the regional average of 0.6%.

Berry ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Berry is 57 years, which is significantly higher than the average of 43 years for the Rest of NSW and substantially exceeds the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Rest of NSW, Berry has a higher concentration of residents aged 75-84 years (14.6%), but fewer residents aged 25-34 years (6.6%). This concentration of 75-84 year-olds is well above the national average of 6.0%. According to post-2021 Census data, the percentage of Berry's population aged 75 to 84 has grown from 13.4% to 14.6%, while the percentage of those aged 55 to 64 has declined from 14.2% to 12.3%. Looking ahead to 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 143 people (60%) from 239 to 383. Conversely, both the 65-74 year-old and 55-64 year-old age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.