Bundanoon (NSW)

Population growth drivers in Bundanoon are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, Bundanoon's population is estimated at around 2,972. This reflects a growth of 103 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,869. AreaSearch validated this estimate by examining the latest ERP data release from ABS (June 2024) and adding 57 new addresses found since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 50 persons per square kilometer. Bundanoon's growth rate of 3.6% exceeds that of its SA3 area at 3.1%, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 62.0% to recent population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, 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. These projections indicate an above median population growth for non-metropolitan areas, with Bundanoon expected to increase by 528 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 16.8% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Bundanoon has received around 35 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 175 homes between FY-21 and FY-25. As of FY-26, 10 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.9 new residents arrive per new home built in Bundanoon annually during this period.

The supply of dwellings meets or exceeds demand, providing more buyer choice and supporting potential population growth above projections. Developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments, reflected by an average construction cost value of $929,000 per dwelling. This financial year has seen $109,000 in commercial development approvals, indicating Bundanoon's residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Bundanoon records 88.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods.

This activity is well above average nationally, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. New developments consist of 86.0% detached dwellings and 14.0% attached dwellings, maintaining Bundanoon's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With approximately 125 people per approval, Bundanoon reflects a low-density area. Looking ahead, AreaSearch quarterly estimates project Bundanoon's population to grow by 500 residents through to 2041. Current construction levels suggest housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region. Key projects include Bundanoon Village Place Plan, Southern Highlands Overtaking Opportunities, Sydney-Canberra Rail Connectivity And Capacity, and Paling Yards Wind Farm. The following details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Bundanoon ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Bundanoon's workforce is highly educated with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 0.5% in June 2024.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.0%. As of June 2025, 1,191 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, lower than Rest of NSW's 3.7%. Workforce participation is 47.0% compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Dominant sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and professional & technical services.

Professional & technical employment is notably high at twice the regional average. Agriculture, forestry & fishing sector is under-represented with only 2.4% of Bundanoon's workforce compared to Rest of NSW's 5.3%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 3.0%, labour force grew by 2.7%, and unemployment fell by 0.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of NSW where employment contracted by 0.1%, labour force grew by 0.3%, and unemployment rose 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bundanoon's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022. Bundanoon's median income among taxpayers was $40,396, with an average of $64,078. This is below the national average. Rest of NSW had a median income of $49,459 and an average of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimates for September 2025 would be approximately $45,490 (median) and $72,158 (average). The 2021 Census showed Bundanoon's household, family, and personal incomes fell between the 19th and 21st percentiles nationally. Income distribution revealed that 27.5% of Bundanoon residents earned between $800 - 1,499, differing from broader areas where the $1,500 - 2,999 category was predominant at 29.9%. Despite modest housing costs with 87.6% income retained, total disposable income ranked at the 24th percentile nationally. Bundanoon's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

In Bundanoon, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.1% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 3.9% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro NSW's figures of 90.6% houses and 9.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bundanoon stood at 61.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.6% and rented ones at 13.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,820, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent in Bundanoon was $400, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $430. Nationally, Bundanoon's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Bundanoon features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 67.8% of all households, including 17.7% couples with children, 40.9% couples without children, and 8.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households at 30.5% and group households making up 1.9%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

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

Educational attainment in Bundanoon is notably higher than broader averages. Specifically, 33.8% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 22.4% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 20.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 37.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (24.7%).

Currently, 21.2% of Bundanoon's population is actively engaged in formal education. This includes 6.9% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education. Bundanoon Public School serves the local community with an enrollment of 126 students. The school operates under typical Australian conditions (ICSEA: 1039) and offers balanced educational opportunities focused exclusively on primary education. Secondary options are available in nearby areas due to limited local school capacity, which stands at 4.2 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.3.

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

The analysis of Bundanoon's public transport system shows that there are currently 45 active transport stops in operation. These include a mix of train and bus services. The area is served by 25 individual routes which collectively offer 771 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 280 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, service frequency across all routes stands at around 110 trips per day, equating to roughly 17 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Bundanoon faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% (~1,554 people), compared to Rest of NSW's 66.3%.

The most common conditions are arthritis (13.2%) and mental health issues (8.0%). 58.2% reported being free from medical ailments, versus 64.8% in Rest of NSW. Bundanoon has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 41.5% (1,233 people), compared to Rest of NSW's 27.7%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, outperforming the general population in key metrics.

Bundanoon ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bundanoon, as per the census data from June 2016, showed a lower than average cultural diversity level with 76.8% of its population born in Australia and 90.6% being citizens. The majority, 94.9%, spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 55.2%.

Judaism, however, was slightly overrepresented at 0.4% compared to the Rest of NSW's average of 0.3%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (33.5%), Australian (25.6%), and Scottish (11.5%). Some notable differences existed in the representation of other ethnicities: Welsh was overrepresented at 0.9% compared to the regional average of 0.6%, Hungarian had a similar representation at 0.3%, and Irish showed a slightly lower representation at 9.8% compared to the regional average of 9.9%.

Bundanoon ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Bundanoon has a median age of 59, which is significantly higher than the Rest of NSW figure of 43 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of NSW, Bundanoon has a higher concentration of 65-74 year-olds at 21.5%, but fewer 25-34 year-olds at 5.4%. This 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 13.0% to 15.0% of Bundanoon's population. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort has declined from 22.8% to 21.5%, and the 45-54 age group has dropped from 10.7% to 9.4%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Bundanoon's age structure. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by 69%, adding 102 residents to reach a total of 251. Meanwhile, the 55-64 group is projected to have modest growth of 0%, adding only 1 resident.