Bexley

Bexley 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, Bexley's population is estimated at around 19,975 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 329 people (1.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,646 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 19,960 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 106 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,560 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 94.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population dynamics, lower quartile growth is anticipated, with the area expected to expand by 941 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 4.8% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Bexley shows an average of 72 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25361 homes were approved, with a further 13 approved so far in FY-26. The declining population has likely been met by new supply, offering good choice to buyers.

New homes are being built at an average construction cost of $562,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment. This financial year, there have been $565,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bexley records about 64% of the building activity per person and ranks among the 41st percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing homes. This is lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity consists of 42.0% standalone homes and 58.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

With around 393 people per dwelling approval, Bexley shows a developed market. Future projections estimate an addition of 964 residents by 2041, with current development rates suggesting new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 46 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Northern Georges River Submain Upgrade, Fox Lane Rockdale, 7-11 Kingsland Road Mixed-Use Development in Bexley, and 588-592 Princes Highway Mixed-Use Development. The following details those most relevant.

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

Bexley has a well-educated workforce. Its unemployment rate was 3.4% as of an unspecified date.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.8%. As of September 2025, 11,316 residents were in work and the unemployment rate was 0.7% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Bexley lagged significantly at 54.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Transport, postal & warehousing showed notable concentration with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. Professional & technical services had lower representation at 9.0% versus the regional average of 11.5%. The area offered limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 3.8% while labour force increased by 4.1%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.3 percentage points. This compared to Greater Sydney where employment grew by 2.1%, labour force expanded by 2.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data from NSW to November 25 showed employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 estimated national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bexley's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Bexley had a median taxpayer income of $51,898 and an average income of $66,772. These figures are slightly below the national averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively in Greater Sydney. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $56,496 (median) and $72,688 (average). According to the 2021 Census, Bexley's household income rank is at the 57th percentile ($1,870 weekly), with personal income at the 35th percentile. Income distribution shows 31.6% of residents (6,312 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to regional levels at 30.9%. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 56th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Bexley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Bexley, as per the latest Census evaluation, 53.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 46.8% comprising semi-detached properties, apartments, and other types of dwellings. This compares to Sydney metropolitan areas where 39.8% of dwellings are houses and 60.3% are other dwelling types. Home ownership in Bexley stood at 36.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.7% and rented dwellings at 26.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,351, lower than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,383. The median weekly rent figure for Bexley was $470, compared to $480 in Sydney metro areas. Nationally, Bexley's median monthly mortgage repayments were higher at $2,351 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were also substantially higher at $470 versus the national figure of $375.

Bexley has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.8% of all households, including 41.0% couples with children, 21.8% couples without children, and 12.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.2%, with lone person households at 20.7% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.6.

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

Bexley's educational qualifications trail regional benchmarks; 31.4% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to the SA3 area's 38.7%. The gap suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 28.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (16.5%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.7% in primary, 7.6% in secondary, and 6.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of Bexley's public transport shows that there are 161 active transport stops in operation, all of which serve buses. These stops are covered by 31 different routes, together offering 3,222 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 120 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 460 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Bexley 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

Bexley shows above-average health outcomes with a low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population.

However, this rate is higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts. Private health cover stands at approximately 53% of Bexley's total population (~10,654 people), slightly leading the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.3% and 5.4% of residents respectively. Conversely, 74.8% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 77.5% across Greater Sydney. Bexley has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 20.6% (4,114 people), compared to the 16.4% in Greater Sydney. This demographic requires more attention than the broader population.

Bexley is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Bexley's population shows high cultural diversity, with 45.2% born overseas and 59.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Bexley, comprising 54.9%. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, making up 17.7%, significantly higher than the regional average of 10.3%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (16.1%), Australian (12.1%), and Chinese (12.0%). Notably, Lebanese (10.4%) and Greek (8.2%) groups are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 5.2% and 8.8%, respectively. Macedonian is also notably higher at 6.6% compared to the regional average of 3.8%.

Bexley's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Bexley has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bexley has an over-representation of the 65-74 cohort (10.3% locally) and an under-representation of the 25-34 age group (13.2%). Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 11.7% to 13.1%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 11.9% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Bexley's age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow by 61%, from 1,338 to 2,157 people. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 94% of total population growth. Conversely, the 25-34 and 0-4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.