Bungendore

Bungendore lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

By Nov 2025, Bungendore's population is estimated at around 5,106, reflecting a 7.6% increase since the 2021 Census which reported 4,745 people. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and ABS ERP estimates for surrounding areas applied to Bungendore. As of June 2024, the estimated resident population was 4,930, with an additional 280 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 17.2 persons per square kilometer. Bungendore's growth exceeded the SA4 region (5.1%) and non-metro areas, marking it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed about 46% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics predict exceptional growth, placing Bungendore in the top 10% of Australia's regional areas, with an expected increase of 2,263 persons by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 43.9%.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Bungendore among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Bungendore recorded around 66 residential properties granted approval each year. Approximately 333 homes were approved over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 12 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.4 new residents arrived per new home built annually over these five years, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

New homes were constructed at an average value of $559,000, which is moderately above regional levels, suggesting an emphasis on quality construction. This financial year has seen $223,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Bungendore has 76.0% more building activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. This high level of activity is substantially higher than national averages, indicating strong developer confidence in the location.

New development consists of 90.0% detached dwellings and 10.0% attached dwellings, maintaining Bungendore's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes that appeal to those seeking space. With around 94 people per dwelling approval, Bungendore exhibits characteristics of a growth area. Future projections estimate Bungendore will add approximately 2,240 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. Nine projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the region. Notable ones include Bungendore Sports Hub, Gibraltar Street Medical Centre, Turallo Creek Overflow Channel, and Elm Grove Estate. The following list details those most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Bungendore places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Bungendore has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. As of June 2025, its unemployment rate is 0.8%.

Compared to the Rest of NSW's 3.7%, Bungendore's rate is 2.9% lower. Workforce participation stands at 75.4%, exceeding the Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries for employment among residents are public administration & safety, construction, and professional & technical services. Public administration & safety has a strong presence with an employment share 3.7 times higher than the regional level.

Conversely, health care & social assistance has limited presence at 7.9%, compared to the regional average of 16.9%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Between Jun-24 and Jul-25, labour force decreased by 3.5% while employment declined by 3.7%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. 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 Sep-22 national employment forecasts project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bungendore's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.4% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Bungendore's median income among taxpayers was $71,234 with an average of $84,808. These figures were among the highest in Australia, compared to $49,459 and $62,998 across Rest of NSW respectively. Using Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for September 2025 are approximately $80,217 (median) and $95,502 (average). Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes all rank highly in Bungendore, between the 94th and 96th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 31.1% of residents (1,587 people), similar to the surrounding region at 29.9%. A substantial proportion of high earners (48.8% above $3,000/week) suggests strong economic capacity throughout the district. Housing accounts for 13.7% of income, with residents ranking in the 96th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

Bungendore's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.8% houses and 5.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 74.5% houses and 25.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bungendore stood at 26.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 59.5% and rented ones at 14.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,383, above Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent figure in Bungendore was $510, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $355. Nationally, Bungendore's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Bungendore features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 85.1% of all households, including 45.2% couples with children, 31.8% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.9%, with lone person households at 13.9% and group households making up 0.8%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.6.

Bungendore shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Bungendore is notably high, with 31.7% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications as of the latest data point, compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 24.1% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 17.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 10.0% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 38.3% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 14.6% and certificates at 23.7%. Educational participation is high, with 31.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 12.2% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Bungendore High School and Bungendore Public School serve a total of 648 students, with the area demonstrating typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1039) and balanced educational opportunities. Educational provision follows conventional lines, split between one primary and one secondary institution. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 12.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 10.0, indicating that Bungendore serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Bungendore has 92 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 35 individual routes, collectively facilitating 506 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 216 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency stands at 72 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 5 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Bungendore is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Bungendore shows better-than-average health outcomes, with lower prevalence of common conditions across both younger and older age groups. The private health cover rate is notably high at around 60% (3,084 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.8% and 8.4% of residents respectively. A total of 69.9% report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the Rest of NSW's 68.7%. The area has a senior population (aged 65 and over) of 12.9%, or 658 people. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring those of the general population.

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

Bungendore, as per the census conducted on 28 June 2016, exhibited lower than average cultural diversity. The population was predominantly Australian-born, with 86.8%, and Australian citizens, comprising 93.3%. English was the language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents.

Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 50.9% of people in Bungendore. Notably, Judaism, which constituted 0.1% of the population, was proportionally similar to the Rest of NSW region (also 0.1%). The top three ancestry groups were Australian (30.7%), English (30.3%), and Irish (9.2%). Some ethnic groups showed significant variations: Welsh at 0.7%, Scottish at 9.0%, and French at 0.6% were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.5%, 7.6%, and 0.4% respectively.

Bungendore's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Bungendore is 37 years, which is lower than Rest of NSW's average of 43 and close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 35-44 are prominently represented at 16.0%, while the 65-74 group comprises 7.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 3.5% to 4.2%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 15.0% to 13.1%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 12.5% to 11.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Bungendore's age structure, with the 35-44 age cohort projected to rise substantially by 501 people (61%), from 816 to 1,318.