Campbelltown (NSW)

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

Campbelltown's population is estimated at around 20,028 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 3,451 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,577. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 18,571 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 282 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,788 persons per square kilometer. Campbelltown's growth rate of 20.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state average (7.8%) and Greater Sydney's growth rate. Overseas migration contributed approximately 43.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers including interstate migration and natural growth also positive factors.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a 2022 base year, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, released in 2022 with a 2021 base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the suburb of Campbelltown (NSW) is forecasted to grow by 7,132 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 28.3% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Campbelltown was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Campbelltown has averaged approximately 126 new dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 632 homes were approved, with a further 35 approved in FY-26 so far. This results in an average of about 4.2 people moving to the area per year for each dwelling built during this period.

The demand for housing significantly outpaces supply, which typically influences property prices and increases competition among buyers. The average construction value of new homes is approximately $322,000. In FY-26 alone, commercial approvals totaling $452.6 million have been registered, indicating strong local business investment. Compared to Greater Sydney, Campbelltown's construction activity is 16.0% higher per person over the past five years.

However, development activity has slowed in recent periods. The types of new buildings approved in Campbelltown are roughly split between standalone homes (49.0%) and townhouses or apartments (51.0%), reflecting a shift towards higher-density living which can offer more affordable entry points for various buyer segments such as downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. Currently, there are approximately 229 people per dwelling approval in Campbelltown. By 2041, Campbelltown is projected to grow by around 5,675 residents according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. If development rates continue at their current pace, housing supply may struggle to keep up with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Area infrastructure changes significantly affect local performance. AreaSearch identified 53 potential impact projects. Notable ones include Queen Square Campbelltown, Western Sydney University Campbelltown Campus Vertical Expansion, Macarthur Gardens North, and Macarthur Heights. Relevant projects are listed below.

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Employment performance in Campbelltown has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Campbelltown has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate in December 2025 was 6.6%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 7.7%.

As of December 2025, 9,773 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.4% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation on par with Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A high 31.2% of residents worked from home according to Census responses, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Campbelltown had notably concentrated employment in health care & social assistance at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services were under-represented with only 5.6% of Campbelltown's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area functioned as an employment hub with 1.0 worker per resident as at the Census, hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 7.7% while labour force increased by 7.3%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point decrease in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insight into potential future demand within Campbelltown. These projections suggest national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Campbelltown's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Campbelltown suburb's income level is lower than average nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year ended June 2023. Campbelltown's median income among taxpayers was $52,768 and average income stood at $60,563, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $57,443 (median) and $65,929 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Campbelltown, between the 31st and 36th percentiles. Income analysis reveals 32.5% of population (6,509 individuals) fall within $1,500 - 2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across surrounding region showing 30.9% in same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 76.2% of income remaining, ranking at the 21st percentile.

Campbelltown displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Campbelltown's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 51.2% houses and 48.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Campbelltown was at 18.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.4% and rented ones at 52.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was $390, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Campbelltown's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 and rents exceeded the national average of $375.

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

Family households account for 63.7% of all households, including 26.4% couples with children, 22.3% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 36.3%, with lone person households at 32.6% and group households comprising 3.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Campbelltown aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 25.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 34.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (23.0%). Educational participation is high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.1% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 6.2% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 6.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Campbelltown has 183 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 145 different routes, collectively facilitating 17,423 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 195 meters from the nearest stop. As a residential area, most commutes are outward bound - cars dominate at 81%, while train usage stands at 10%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 0.9, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 31.2% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 2,489 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 95 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Campbelltown is well below average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts

Campbelltown faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantially higher than average in Campbelltown, particularly among older age cohorts.

Only approximately 51% of the total population (~10,196 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Mental health issues and arthritis were found to be the most common medical conditions, impacting 8.6% and 8.4% of residents respectively. However, 68.0% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 15.7% of residents aged 65 and over (3,144 people), with health outcomes among seniors presenting some challenges but ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Campbelltown was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Campbelltown's population shows significant cultural diversity, with 37.6% born overseas and 34.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Campbelltown, practiced by 52.3%. Islam is notably overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 10.7% of Campbelltown's population versus 6.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups are English (19.9%), Other (19.6%), and Australian (19.2%). Some ethnic groups have notable divergences: Samoan is overrepresented at 2.5%, Filipino at 4.0%, and Spanish at 0.7%.

Campbelltown hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Campbelltown's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and younger than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Campbelltown has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (6.4%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.7%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the percentage of residents aged 75 to 84 increased from 5.5% to 6.4%, while the percentage of those aged 25 to 34 decreased from 18.2% to 16.7%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Campbelltown. The 45 to 54 age group is projected to grow by 46%, adding 1,008 residents to reach a total of 3,192. In contrast, the 0 to 4 age group is expected to grow by only 8%, an increase of 103 people.