Bowen Mountain

An assessment of population growth drivers in Bowen Mountain reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the Bowen Mountain statistical area (Lv2), and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the estimated population as of Nov 2025 is around 1,602. This reflects a decrease of 7 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,609. The change was inferred from the resident population of 1,601, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 2 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 80 persons per square kilometer. While Bowen Mountain experienced a 0.4% decline since census, the SA3 area achieved 1.1% growth, highlighting divergent population trends. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected for the Bowen Mountain (SA2). The area is expected to increase by 102 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 7.1% in total over the 17 years.

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

Bowen Mountain has recorded only two dwelling approvals in the past five years. Despite its established nature, there has been virtually no new residential development in the area during this period. This limited supply of new housing typically supports higher construction cost values for existing properties, although factors such as planning constraints or limited market activity may also contribute to this trend.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Bowen Mountain has significantly less development activity, with 88.0% fewer approvals per person than the regional average. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and higher construction cost values for established dwellings in the area. However, building activity has accelerated in recent years, although it remains below both the regional and national averages, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations.

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

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Employment performance in Bowen Mountain exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Bowen Mountain has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 3.6%.

Over the past year, it maintained relative employment stability. As of September 2025958 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.6% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is high at 70.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries include construction, education & training, and health care & social assistance.

Construction shows strong specialization with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level. Professional & technical services have lower representation at 6.5% versus the regional average of 11.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 0.2%, labour force by 0.6%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.1% over the same period. State-level data from November 25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. National forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but industry-specific projections suggest Bowen Mountain's employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that median income in Bowen Mountain is $56,554 and average income is $72,205. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Bowen Mountain would be approximately $61,565 (median) and $78,602 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household incomes rank between the 72nd and 80th percentiles nationally in Bowen Mountain. Family incomes also rank highly, with 43.6% of residents earning between $1,500 - 2,999 annually (698 people). Personal incomes are similarly high, ranking at the 79th percentile nationally. Housing costs consume 16.1% of income in Bowen Mountain, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 79th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Bowen Mountain is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Bowen Mountain, evaluated at the latest Census, consisted entirely of houses with 0.0% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes or apartments, compared to Sydney metro's 98.7% houses and 1.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bowen Mountain stood at 25.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 65.1% and rented ones at 9.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,158, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,308. The median weekly rent in Bowen Mountain was $400 compared to Sydney metro's $430. Nationally, Bowen Mountain's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,158 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $400 against the national figure of $375.

Bowen Mountain features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 83.7 percent of all households, including 44.9 percent couples with children, 25.8 percent couples without children, and 12.9 percent single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 16.3 percent, with lone person households at 14.4 percent and group households comprising 1.3 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, which aligns with the Greater Sydney average.

Bowen Mountain demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 23.7%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 40.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (31.1%). Educational participation is high at 31.8%, comprising primary education (10.9%), secondary education (8.7%), and tertiary education (4.9%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Bowen Mountain has 26 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by five different routes that together offer 115 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of the transport system is rated as excellent, with residents on average being located 186 meters from their nearest stop.

On average, there are 16 trips per day across all routes, which amounts to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

Bowen Mountain's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Bowen Mountain.

Prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population. It nears the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high, approximately 55% of the total population (~888 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.3 and 8.2% of residents respectively. 71.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.4% across Greater Sydney. Bowen Mountain has 13.9% of residents aged 65 and over (222 people), which is lower than the 18.9% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

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

Bowen Mountain's population was found to be largely homogeneous, with 85.9% born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 95.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 51.2%. While Judaism was present at 0.3%, which is slightly higher than the 0.1% regional average.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (31.7%), English (28.0%), and Irish (8.6%). Notably, Hungarian (0.6%) and Welsh (0.8%) populations were overrepresented compared to their respective regional averages of 0.3% and 0.5%. Additionally, Dutch ancestry was also more prevalent at 2.0%, compared to the regional average of 1.5%.

Bowen Mountain's population is younger than the national pattern

Bowen Mountain has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 5-14 age group comprises 14.2% of Bowen Mountain's population compared to Greater Sydney's representation. Meanwhile, the 25-34 cohort makes up 12.6%. Between 2021 and present day, the 75-84 age group has increased from 3.0% to 4.7% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has declined from 13.9% to 12.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Bowen Mountain. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to rise substantially by 47 people (63%) from 75 to 123. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 88% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 15-24 and 55-64 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.