Burradoo

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

The estimated population of the suburb of Burradoo is around 2,724 as of February 2026. This figure reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census count of 2,879 people, indicating a drop of 155 individuals (5.4%). The current resident population estimate of 2,708 is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024. This results in a population density ratio of 219 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration has been the primary driver of population growth in the area recently, contributing approximately 79.0% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch is utilizing projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. These projections indicate an above median population growth for Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with the suburb expected to expand by 371 persons to reach a total of 3,105 residents by 2041, reflecting a gain of 13.0% over the 17-year period.

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

Burradoo has seen minimal construction activity with two new dwellings approved annually on average over the past five years, totalling 13. This low level of development is characteristic of rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. It should be noted that the small sample size means individual projects can substantially influence annual growth statistics.

Burradoo has significantly lower development levels compared to Rest of NSW and national averages. Recent construction consists of 50% detached dwellings and 50% attached dwellings, marking a departure from existing housing patterns which are currently 96% houses. This shift may be due to diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. The area's population is estimated at 950 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet development environment. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Burradoo is projected to add 355 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Future projections show Burradoo adding 355 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Burradoo 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 seven projects potentially affecting this region. Notable ones are: Bowral and District Hospital Redevelopment - Stage 2, Bowral South New Living Area (NLA), Bowral Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade, and Waterbrook Bowral Lifestyle Resort. Relevant details follow.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Burradoo performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Burradoo has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. The unemployment rate was 0.7% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.1%. By December 2025, 1,147 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation was 49.7%, compared to Regional NSW's 61.3%. Census responses showed 45.2% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (3.1 times the regional average), health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Public administration & safety is under-represented at 3.3%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work. Between May 2024 and April 2025, employment increased by 2.1%, labour force by 2.4%, leading to a slight unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 1.2% and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Burradoo's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023. In Burradoo, median taxpayer income was $57,646 and average income stood at $109,956. Nationally, these figures were notably high compared to Regional NSW's $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By September 2025, estimates based on an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth would be approximately $62,753 (median) and $119,698 (average). According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Burradoo clustered around the 74th percentile nationally. The largest income segment comprised 29.0% earning $4000+ weekly, with 789 residents. This differed from the regional prevalence of the $1,500 - 2,999 category at 29.9%. A substantial proportion of high earners (37.6%) indicated strong economic capacity in the locality. After housing costs, residents retained 89.1% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 9th decile.

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

In Burradoo, as per the latest Census, 95.6% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.4% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Burradoo stood at 64.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.2% and rented ones at 8.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, exceeding Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Burradoo was $550, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Burradoo's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 78.7% of all households, including 26.2% couples with children, 45.6% couples without children, and 6.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.3%, with lone person households at 20.3% and group households comprising 1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Regional NSW average.

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

Burradoo's educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15+, 40.2% have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 22.4% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 30.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 13.6% and certificates at 17.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes secondary education (11.3%), primary education (9.8%), and tertiary education (3.3%).

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

Burradoo has 45 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are covered by 33 routes that facilitate 2,047 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is considered good with residents typically residing 309 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily, with car being the primary mode of transport at 91%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, 45.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 292 trips per day, equating to approximately 45 weekly trips per individual stop.

Burradoo's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Burradoo's health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 70% of the total population (1,913 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (12.1%) and asthma (5.9%). 65.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Burradoo has 42.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,157 people), higher than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Burradoo, as per the census conducted on 9 August 2016, had a population with 78.1% born in Australia and 87.9% being citizens. The majority spoke English only at home, accounting for 96.0%. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 63.8% of the population.

Judaism, while still a minority, was overrepresented compared to Regional NSW, with 0.7% of Burradoo's population identifying as such, against a regional average of 0.1%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Burradoo were English (33.6%), Australian (23.2%), and Scottish (11.3%). Notably, the Australian figure was lower than the regional average of 30.0%. Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: French was overrepresented at 1.1%, compared to 0.4% regionally; Irish were also overrepresented at 11.1%, against a regional average of 8.8%; Russian, meanwhile, had a slightly higher representation in Burradoo at 0.4%, compared to 0.2% regionally.

Burradoo ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Burradoo's median age is 58, notably higher than Regional NSW's figure of 43 and Australia's national average of 38 years. The age group of 75-84 years shows a strong representation in Burradoo at 16.6%, compared to Regional NSW, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 3.0%. This concentration of the 75-84 age group is significantly higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Between 2021 and the present, the percentage of the population aged 85 and over has grown from 6.7% to 8.4%, while those aged 75 to 84 have increased from 15.4% to 16.6%. Conversely, the 65-74 age group has decreased from 19.9% to 17.5%, and the 45-54 age group has dropped from 12.2% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Burradoo's age profile. Leading this shift, the 85+ age group is expected to grow by 60%, reaching 367 people from its current figure of 228. This growth is driven by residents aged 65 and older, who will represent 56% of the anticipated population increase. Conversely, both the 15-24 and 55-64 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.