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Sales Activity
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Population
Claremont Meadows lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
The population of Claremont Meadows is estimated at approximately 5,579 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 402 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,177. The current population estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of ABS data from June 2025. Claremont Meadows' population density stands at 1,835 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Between 2021 and May 2026, Claremont Meadows experienced a growth rate of 7.8%, outpacing both its SA4 region (6.0%) and the state's growth rates. Overseas migration contributed approximately 44.0% to this population increase.
AreaSearch projects that Claremont Meadows will grow by 1,648 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 28.9% over the 16-year period.
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Development
AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Claremont Meadows recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Claremont Meadows shows approximately 15 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling about 78 homes. As of FY-26, 15 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.7 new residents per year are associated with each home built between FY-21 and FY-25. This demand outpaces supply, potentially exerting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers.
The average construction value of new dwellings is $402,000. In FY-26, there have been $16.3 million in commercial approvals, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Claremont Meadows has 51.0% less development activity per person. This constrained construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. Nationally, the area's development activity is also below average, suggesting maturity and possible planning constraints.
New development consists of 80.0% standalone homes and 20.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the suburban nature of the location. There are approximately 493 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Claremont Meadows is expected to grow by 1,613 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.
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Development applications around Claremont Meadows
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Infrastructure
Claremont Meadows has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally
The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes to its local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are Mulgoa Road Upgrade Stage 2, Stockland x Western Sydney University Mixed-Use Precinct, Kingswood Hotel Mixed-Use Development, and Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport - Orchard Hills Station. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.
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The Quarter - Penrith Health and Education Precinct
The Quarter is a 400-hectare specialized health and education precinct in Western Sydney, integrating Nepean Public and Private Hospitals, Western Sydney University, and TAFE NSW. The centerpiece is the $1 billion Nepean Hospital Redevelopment. Stage 2 is currently in the final year of construction, involving a seven-story clinical building featuring an expanded ICU, medical imaging, nuclear medicine, and a neonatal intensive care unit. As of March 2026, the main entry and facade are complete, with internal fit-out and road upgrades on Barber Avenue progressing toward an expected late 2026 completion.
Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport - Orchard Hills Station
Construction of the Orchard Hills Metro Station and the adjacent Stabling and Maintenance Facility (SMF) as part of the 23km Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line. As of May 2026, the project has reached advanced fit-out stages including the installation of platform screen doors, internal architectural finishes, and the completion of the 38-hectare maintenance hub structures. The station will serve as the gateway to a future Orchard Hills town centre, supporting thousands of new homes and jobs. Operational testing is slated for late 2026 ahead of the 2027 opening.
Orchard Hills Stage 1 Rezoning
A revised NSW Government initiative to rezone 155 hectares around the new Orchard Hills Metro Station. The updated March 2026 proposal reduces the development footprint from the original 350 hectares to address community concerns regarding density and property acquisition. It aims to deliver approximately 5,700 homes and 2,100 jobs, featuring a new town center with retail, services, and a 2,400sqm multi-purpose community hub while protecting local biodiversity and waterways.
Luddenham Metro Station and Sydney Science Park
Luddenham Metro Station is a key elevated station on the 23-kilometre Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line. As of May 2026, construction is in an advanced stage with fa‡ade works, station precinct landscaping, and installation of lighting and mechanical systems underway. The station serves as the primary transport link for the adjacent Sydney Science Park, a 280-hectare $2 billion mixed-use innovation hub by Celestino. The Science Park is designed as a premier destination for research and development in food, energy, and health, integrating thousands of future homes with commercial and educational facilities.
St Marys Station Upgrade and Metro Integration
A major transport interchange project integrating the existing T1 Western Line with the new Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line. Key features include a new underground metro station, a 55-metre-long pedestrian concourse and footbridge, a northern pedestrian plaza, and a multi-storey commuter car park with over 250 additional spaces. The project serves as a vital gateway for the Western Parkland City, providing seamless transfers between suburban rail, metro, and bus services.
Stockland x Western Sydney University Mixed-Use Precinct
A 99-hectare mixed-use precinct at Western Sydney University's Werrington campus featuring new housing, 18+ hectares of open space, retail, commercial spaces, and a 'living laboratory' for research and innovation. Subject to rezoning and planning approvals.
Western Sydney University Werrington Precinct - Masterplan Redevelopment
A 99-hectare mixed-use precinct redevelopment of the Western Sydney University Penrith campus in partnership with Stockland. The masterplan proposes up to 2,000 new homes including affordable housing, 18 hectares of open space, a cultural and heritage precinct, retail, commercial uses, and a living laboratory for education, research and innovation. The site spans two lots either side of the Great Western Highway at Kingswood and Werrington, approximately 5 km from Penrith CBD. In 2025 the project was listed as a NSW State Significant Rezoning site, with a planning proposal lodged to amend the Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010.
Werrington Mixed-Use Precinct (Stockland & WSU)
A proposed 99-hectare mixed-use precinct on Western Sydney University's Penrith campus land, being developed by Stockland under a Project Delivery Agreement with WSU as part of the university's Western Growth strategy. The masterplan includes new housing, over 18 hectares of open space, a cultural arts and heritage quarter, retail and commercial space, and a living laboratory for education, research and innovation. The project was listed as a 2025 State Significant Rezoning site by the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, with state-led assessment underway to accelerate the rezoning process.
Employment
AreaSearch analysis reveals Claremont Meadows significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide
Claremont Meadows has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 3004 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.9% lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.
Workforce participation stands at 72.0%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census responses indicate that 34.5% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area has a strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.
However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 4.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Over the year to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 6.2% and employment declined by 5.8%, leading to a fall in unemployment of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.2% and a marginal increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Claremont Meadows' employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.
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Income
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch
AreaSearch reports that based on its aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Claremont Meadows had a median income among taxpayers of $62,470 and an average income of $70,539. Nationally, the median income was $60,817 and the average was $83,003 in Greater Sydney. As of March 2026, estimated incomes are approximately $68,917 (median) and $77,819 (average), considering a 10.32% growth since financial year ended June 2023. According to the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family, and personal incomes in Claremont Meadows rank between the 77th and 83rd percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 39.9% of locals (2,226 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 weekly income category, similar to the broader area where 30.9% occupy this range. Higher earners make up a substantial presence with 32.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 16.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 81st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.
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Housing
Claremont Meadows is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
As evaluated in the latest Census, dwelling structures in Claremont Meadows comprised 93.3% houses and 6.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Claremont Meadows was at 21.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 57.4% and rented ones at 21.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Claremont Meadows was $430, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Claremont Meadows' mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Claremont Meadows features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households constitute 86.2% of all households, including 51.7% couples with children, 18.9% couples without children, and 14.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 13.8%, with lone person households at 12.3% and group households making up 1.5%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
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Local Schools & Education
Educational attainment in Claremont Meadows aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics
The area has lower university qualification rates at 23.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common, with 16.8% of residents holding them, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent among residents aged 15+, with 36.2% having them; advanced diplomas account for 10.5%, while certificates make up 25.7%. Educational participation is high, with 32.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.
This includes 11.8% in primary education, 9.4% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Claremont Meadows has 43 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 22 different routes that together facilitate 2060 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 158 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards, and cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 91%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a significant 34.5% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions.
Across all routes, service frequency averages 294 trips per day, equating to about 47 weekly trips per stop.
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Health
Health outcomes in Claremont Meadows are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts
Claremont Meadows shows below-average health indicators based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Private health cover is found to be high at approximately 55% of the total population, around 3057 people, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.2 and 7.3% of residents respectively. About 73.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 8.2% of residents aged 65 and over, around 457 people, which is lower than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
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Cultural Diversity
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Claremont Meadows was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Claremont Meadows had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 27.0% of its population born overseas and 26.4% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Claremont Meadows, accounting for 58.0% of its population. However, the category 'Other' had a higher representation in Claremont Meadows at 3.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 1.4%.
In terms of ancestry, Australians were the largest group at 24.9%, significantly higher than the regional average of 17.8%. English and Other groups followed at 20.5% and 14.2% respectively. Notably, Filipino (5.6%), Maltese (3.2%), and Croatian (1.2%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Claremont Meadows compared to the regional averages of 2.0%, 1.0%, and 0.7% respectively.
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Age
Claremont Meadows's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide
Claremont Meadows 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, Claremont Meadows has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.0%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.0%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 15.5% to 16.6%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 13.3% to 12.0%. By 2041, demographic forecasts suggest significant changes for Claremont Meadows. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 44%, adding 370 residents and reaching a total of 1,219.