Cobbitty

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Cobbitty is around 5,945. This figure represents a growth of 1,739 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,206. The increase was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of resident population at 5,763 in June 2025 and an additional 840 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 114 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's growth rate of 41.3% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney averages, making it a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year for areas not covered by this data. Future population trends predict exceptional growth for Cobbitty, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across the nation. By 2041, the suburb is expected to grow by 21,040 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 350.9% over the 16-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Cobbitty has recorded approximately 187 residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 937 homes. As of FY-26111 approvals have been recorded. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an average of 1.8 new residents was associated with each dwelling constructed.

This suggests a balanced supply and demand dynamic, stable market conditions, and an average construction value of $460,000, indicating a focus on quality construction. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cobbitty has approximately 119.0% more development activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers. Recent construction comprises around 92.0% standalone homes and 8.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes. With approximately 28 people per dwelling approval, Cobbitty exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Cobbitty is expected to grow by around 20,858 residents through to 2041.

If current development rates persist, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

The performance of a region can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure projects and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 46 such projects that could potentially impact the area. Notable among these are Cobbitty developed by Mirvac, Arcadian Hills, North South Rail Line - Bradfield to Macarthur Corridor (South West Rail Link Extension), and Catherine Park Estate. The following list details those projects considered most relevant.

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

Cobbitty has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being particularly prominent. The unemployment rate in Cobbitty is 1.7%, lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 6.3% based on AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of December 2025, there are 3,380 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 2.5%, below Greater Sydney's rate. Workforce participation in Cobbitty is higher than Greater Sydney's standard at 76.7%. According to Census responses, 34.9% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Construction employs 1.7 times the regional level in Cobbitty. In contrast, professional & technical services employ only 5.7%, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 6.3% while labour force grew by 6.2%, resulting in a slight decrease in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cobbitty's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023. Cobbitty suburb had median taxpayer income of $60,871 and average income of $78,209. These figures exceed national averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively in Greater Sydney. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 are approximately $67,153 (median) and $86,280 (average). Census data from 2021 ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Cobbitty between the 77th and 83rd percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that 37.1% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, mirroring the surrounding region at 30.9%. High earners (above $3,000/week) comprise 33.0%, indicating strong economic capacity. Housing costs consume 18.8% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 79th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Cobbitty's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.3% houses and 3.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cobbitty was 26.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 51.7% and rented ones at 21.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,700, exceeding Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Cobbitty was $530, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Cobbitty's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 84.1% of all households, including 43.2% couples with children, 30.8% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 15.9%, with lone person households at 14.6% and group households making up 1.1%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Cobbitty exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 22.1%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (27.2%). Educational participation is high at 28.8%, with 10.3% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.3% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Cobbitty has 26 active public transport stops, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by 38 different routes that collectively facilitate 679 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these transport options is rated as good, with residents typically residing just 331 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outwards, primarily using cars (95%). On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per household in Cobbitty, which exceeds the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, 34.9% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, an average of 97 trips occur daily, translating to roughly 26 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Cobbitty is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Cobbitty shows better-than-average health outcomes according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average in older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover is very high, with approximately 58% of the total population (~3,437 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.8 and 6.9% of residents respectively. 71.5% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 14.8% of residents aged 65 and over (879 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Cobbitty records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Cobbitty's cultural diversity aligns with the broader area, where 82.3% were born in Australia, 91.4% are citizens, and 86.9% speak English only at home. Christianity is predominant in Cobbitty, comprising 69.5%, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestral groups in Cobbitty are Australian (27.5%), English (24.7%), and Other (8.0%).

These figures differ from the regional averages of 17.8%, 19.0%, and 16.0% respectively. Notably, Maltese (3.3%) and Italian (6.2%) groups are overrepresented in Cobbitty compared to regional averages of 1.0% and 3.4%. Conversely, Lebanese representation is lower at 1.7% compared to the regional average of 2.6%.

Cobbitty's population is younger than the national pattern

Cobbitty's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Cobbitty has a higher percentage of residents aged 0-4 (8.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.4%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, Cobbitty's population shifted with the 35 to 44 age group growing from 13.7% to 15.2%, and the 15 to 24 cohort increasing from 11.7% to 13.1%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 9.1% to 7.3%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 9.6% to 8.4%. Population forecasts for Cobbitty indicate significant demographic changes by 2041. The 15 to 24 age group is projected to grow strongly, with a 431% increase adding 3,357 residents to reach a total of 4,136.