Caddens

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of Feb 2026 the suburb of Caddens' population is estimated at around 3,641. This reflects an increase of 154 people (4.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,487 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,592, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 164 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,677 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Caddens has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with an 18.4% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 44.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

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 significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas is forecast, with the suburb expected to expand by 1,146 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 30.1% in total over the 17 years.

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

Between FY21 and FY25, Caddens received approximately 34 dwelling approvals annually, totalling about 170 homes. In FY26, 8 approvals have been recorded so far. On average, 3.6 new residents arrived per year for each dwelling constructed in the past five financial years. This has led to a significant demand exceeding supply, potentially driving price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost of new homes is around $402,000. In FY26, Caddens has seen $7.8 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting its primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Caddens has 61.0% more development activity per person. New developments consist of 77.0% standalone homes and 23.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban character with a focus on detached housing.

There are approximately 55 people per dwelling approval in Caddens, indicating a low density market. By 2041, AreaSearch projects an additional 1,097 residents for Caddens at current development rates, suggesting that new housing supply should comfortably meet demand and potentially support growth beyond current population projections.

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

The performance of a region is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified seven projects that are expected to impact this area. Notable projects include Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport - Orchard Hills Station, Kingswood Hotel Mixed-Use Development, Orchard Hills Stage 1 Rezoning, and Parkside Apartments Kingswood. The following list provides details on those projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Caddens significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Caddens has a highly educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 1.9%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 2,050 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate stands at 2.3% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Caddens is high at 79.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A significant proportion of residents work from home, with 37.5% reporting such arrangements based on Census responses, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Notably, the area shows strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have a limited presence, with only 6.7% of employment compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between the Census working population and resident population counts. Between June 2024 and June 2025, Caddens experienced a decrease in labour force (-4.7%) and employment (-4.4%), leading to a fall in unemployment rate of 0.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney, where employment grew by 2.2% and the labour force expanded by 2.3%, resulting in a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Caddens' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Caddens had a median income among taxpayers of $67,192 and an average income of $75,871. Nationally, the median income was $60,817 and the average was $83,003 in Greater Sydney. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $73,145 and an average of around $82,593 based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. Census 2021 data shows Caddens' incomes rank highly nationally, between the 82nd and 92nd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant in Caddens with 36.3% of residents (1,321 people), similar to the metropolitan region's trend of 30.9%. High weekly earnings exceeding $3,000 are achieved by 38.6% of households, supporting strong consumer spending despite high housing costs consuming 21.9% of income. Disposable income ranks at the 87th percentile and Caddens' SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Caddens, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.0% houses and 12.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Caddens was at 10.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (72.2%) or rented (17.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,817, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure for Caddens was recorded at $560, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Caddens's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.2% of all households, including 59.6% couples with children, 18.9% couples without children, and 6.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 14.8%, with lone person households at 14.1% and group households at 0.4%. The median household size is 3.3 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Caddens' educational attainment exceeds broader standards significantly. Among residents aged 15+, 38.5% possess university qualifications, compared to 21.4% in the SA3 area and 23.9% in the SA4 region. This notable advantage positions Caddens favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 23.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%).

Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 31.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 12.6% and certificates at 18.4%. Educational participation is notably high, with 35.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 14.0% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Caddens has 18 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 8 different routes that collectively facilitate 969 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 154 meters from the nearest stop. In this predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 89% of residents, while train usage stands at 8%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in Caddens, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant 37.5% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 138 trips per day, resulting in approximately 53 weekly trips per individual stop.

Caddens's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data for Caddens shows positive outcomes overall. Mortality rates and health conditions are largely in line with national averages.

Common health conditions are relatively low among the general population but higher among older, at-risk residents. Private health cover is high, with approximately 57% of the total population (~2,071 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions are asthma and arthritis, affecting 5.5% and 4.5% of residents respectively. 80.3% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than the 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Caddens has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.8%, compared to 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

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

Caddens has a high level of cultural diversity, with 40.4% of its population born overseas and 43.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The dominant religion in Caddens is Christianity, comprising 50.8% of the population. Notably, Hinduism is overrepresented, making up 21.1% compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are Other (20.1%), English (17.4%), and Australian (17.2%). There are significant disparities in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Indian is overrepresented at 15.8% compared to the regional average of 3.6%, Filipino at 4.8% versus 2.0%, and Maltese at 2.2% compared to 1.0%.

Caddens's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Caddens has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Caddens has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (20.6%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (4.8%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 5.1% to 6.0%, while the proportion of those aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 16.2% to 14.2%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Caddens, with the 75 to 84 age group projected to grow by 73%, adding 159 residents to reach a total of 378.