Como (NSW)

An assessment of population growth drivers in Como reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Como (NSW) is around 4,190. This figure represents an increase of 137 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,053. The current resident population estimate, following examination of latest ERP data release by ABS in June 2024 and validation of additional addresses, is 4,148. This results in a density ratio of 2,618 persons per square kilometer for Como, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's population growth of 3.4% since the 2021 Census exceeded the SA3 area's growth rate of 3.1%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 63.0% of overall population gains during recent periods for Como.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 where applicable, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Como is expected to grow by 175 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 3.2% in total over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Como according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Como averaging approximately 2 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 13 homes. As of FY-26, 5 approvals have been recorded. This averages out to around 7.3 new residents arriving per year for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers.

The average construction value of new homes in Como is $548,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Sydney, Como records considerably lower building activity, 80.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new properties often strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. However, development activity has increased in recent periods, though it remains below national averages, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New development in Como consists of 67.0% detached dwellings and 33.0% townhouses or apartments, expanding the range of medium-density options to cater to diverse price brackets. This shift indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles requiring more affordable housing alternatives.

Como has around 1044 people per dwelling approval, reflecting a highly mature market. Population forecasts suggest Como will gain approximately 133 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

No changes can significantly impact an area's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 0 projects that could potentially affect this area. Notable projects include M6 Stage 2, Oatley to Como Walkway Upgrade, Rail Service Improvement Program - T4 Illawarra & Eastern Suburbs Line, and Bexley North & Como Station Accessibility Upgrades. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Como demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Como has a highly educated workforce with professional services showing strong representation. The unemployment rate is 2.8% and there was an estimated 0.6% employment growth over the past year based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 2,336 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.3% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is fairly standard at 73.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, a high 58.2% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors among residents include professional & technical, education & training, and health care & social assistance. Como shows strong specialization in public administration & safety with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented at 10.8% compared to Greater Sydney's 14.1%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.6% and labour force grew by 0.7%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2%, labour force grow by 2.3%, and a marginal increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can provide further insight into potential future demand within Como. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Como's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023. Como suburb had a median income of $71,850 and an average of $97,172 among taxpayers. Nationally, this places Como in the top percentile. Comparing to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 shows Como's higher incomes. Using Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $78,216 (median) and $105,781 (average). Census data indicates high rankings for household, family, and personal incomes in Como, between the 88th and 98th percentiles nationally. The suburb has a substantial presence of higher earners with 52.4% exceeding $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 87.2% of income. SEIFA income ranking places Como in the 10th decile.

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

Como's housing structure, as per the latest Census, consists of 91.3% houses and 8.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Como stands at 40.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.1% and rented ones at 10.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,000, above Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Como is $590, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Como's mortgage repayments are higher at $3,000 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 86.4% of all households, consisting of couples with children (53.5%), couples without children (23.7%), and single parent families (7.8%). Non-family households comprise the remaining 13.6%, with lone person households at 12.5% and group households making up 1.4%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Como's educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks significantly. 40.8% of residents aged 15+ have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 30.5% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 27.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 31.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas at 12.3% and certificates at 18.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.7% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.0% in primary, 9.7% in secondary, and 5.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Como has 17 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 6 routes, collectively providing 1,551 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 189 meters to the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode at 84%, while train use stands at 12%. The average vehicle ownership is 1.6 per dwelling, above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 58.2% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 221 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 91 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Como's health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, indicating very low prevalence across all age groups. Private health cover stands at approximately 65% of Como's total population (2,733 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%, and the national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 7.9% and 6.4% of residents respectively.

Notably, 74.3% of Como residents report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents display low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 15.1% of residents aged 65 and over (632 people), with seniors' health outcomes ranking broadly in line with the general population.

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

Como, surveyed in June 2016, had a cultural diversity index of 8.9, below the Australian average of 23.8. As of this date, 81.4% of Como's population was born in Australia, with 93.4% being citizens and 91.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 54.9% of residents.

However, Judaism was overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 0.3% versus 0.8%. In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (29.5%, regional average: 19.0%), Australian (26.8%, regional average: 17.8%), and Irish (9.9%). Other notable divergences included Welsh (0.7% vs regional 0.4%) and South Australian (0.7% vs regional 0.5%) ancestry, both overrepresented in Como, as well as Macedonian ancestry which was slightly underrepresented at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 0.4%.

Como's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Como has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Como has a notably higher proportion of individuals aged 5-14 (15.9% locally) but a lower proportion of those aged 25-34 (7.1%). Between 2021 and the present, the population share of those aged 15-24 has increased from 12.6% to 14.8%, while the 75-84 age group has grown from 3.8% to 5.4%. Conversely, the proportion of individuals aged 5-14 has decreased from 16.9% to 15.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Como's age profile. The 85+ age cohort is projected to expand dramatically by 121 people (a 161% increase) to a total of 197 individuals. Notably, the combined population growth of all age groups above 65 will account for 70% of total population growth, reflecting Como's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the 45-54 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.