Cooranbong

Cooranbong 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 ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, as of Nov 2025, Cooranbong's estimated population is around 9,000. This shows an increase of 1,923 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,077. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 8,247 residents using latest ERP data (June 2024) and additional validated new addresses. This results in a density ratio of 127 persons per square kilometer. Cooranbong's growth rate of 27.2% since the 2021 Census exceeded non-metro areas' average of 5.7%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 90.0% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For uncovers areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends predict exceptional growth, placing Cooranbong among the top 10 percent of non-metropolitan areas nationally. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 4,002 persons, reflecting a total increase of 33.3% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Cooranbong has seen around 171 new homes approved each year on average over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 857 homes. As of FY26116 approvals have been recorded. This averages to approximately 1.6 new residents per new home annually between FY21 and FY25. The market shows balance between supply and demand, supporting stable conditions, with new dwellings developed at an average cost of $373,000 each.

In FY26, there have been $23.1 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Cooranbong has 168.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers ample choice and reflecting robust developer interest in the area. Recent construction comprises 76.0% detached houses and 24.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The location has approximately 42 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Population forecasts suggest Cooranbong will gain 2,996 residents by 2041, with current construction levels expected to meet demand and create favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Population forecasts indicate Cooranbong will gain 2,996 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones are Watagan Park Central, Watagan Park, Trinity Point Marina & Resort Development, and Highland Green Estate. The following details those most relevant:.

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The labour market in Cooranbong demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Cooranbong has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 3.2% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.5%. This rate is 0.6% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%, while workforce participation is similar at 56.4%. Residents are concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Health care & social assistance has an employment share 1.2 times the regional level.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented with only 1.1% of Cooranbong's workforce compared to 5.3% in Rest of NSW. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 3.5% alongside labour force increasing by 4.0%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of NSW saw employment decline by 0.5% and labour force decline by 0.1%. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, favourable compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cooranbong's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Cooranbong had a median income among taxpayers of $54,402 and an average income of $67,097. Nationally, the median income was $52,390 and the average was $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from financial year ended June 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes for Cooranbong would be approximately $59,222 (median) and $73,042 (average). Census data from 2021 shows household, family, and personal incomes in Cooranbong rank modestly, between the 34th and 44th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 32.4% of residents earning $1,500 to $2,999 weekly. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 41st percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

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

Cooranbong's dwelling structures, as recorded in the latest Census, consisted of 85.9% houses and 14.1% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 89.7% houses and 10.2% other dwellings. In terms of home ownership in Cooranbong, the rate was 31.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.9% and rented ones at 23.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Cooranbong was $2,058, surpassing Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,900. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure stood at $380, aligning with Non-Metro NSW's figure. Nationally, Cooranbong's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were slightly above the national figure of $375.

Cooranbong has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 73.8% of all households, including 33.7% couples with children, 29.6% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.2%, with lone person households at 23.4% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.5.

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

In Cooranbong, 24.3% of residents aged 15 and over hold university degrees, compared to the New South Wales average of 32.2%. Bachelor's degrees are most common at 15.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational credentials are held by 41.5% of residents aged 15 and over, with advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 29.7%. Current educational participation is high at 28.9%, including 10.6% in primary education, 6.4% in secondary education, and 5.7% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 6.4% in secondary education, and 5.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis reveals 47 active transport stops operating within Cooranbong. These stops are serviced by a mix of buses, comprising 37 individual routes that collectively provide 312 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 420 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 44 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 6 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Cooranbong is lower than average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Cooranbong faces significant health challenges, with notable prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 53%, leading that of the average SA2 area (~4,812 people). Mental health issues impact 9.3% of residents, while arthritis affects 9.2%. A total of 63.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 60.3% across Rest of NSW. The area has 19.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,772 people), which is lower than the 21.9% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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

Cooranbong, surveyed in 2016, had low cultural diversity with 84.1% born in Australia, 92.3% being citizens, and 93.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 63.0%, compared to 54.0% regionally. Top ancestral groups were English (32.3%), Australian (29.7%), Scottish (7.6%).

Notable differences existed for New Zealand (1.1% vs 0.5%), Samoan (0.5% vs 0.3%), and South African (0.6% vs 0.3%) ancestry.

Cooranbong's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Cooranbong has a median age of 38, which is lower than the Rest of NSW figure of 43 but equivalent to the national norm of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 14.2% of Cooranbong's population compared to Rest of NSW, while the 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 9.1%. According to the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 11.0% to 12.5% of Cooranbong's population. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort has decreased from 10.4% to 9.1%, and the 45 to 54 age group has dropped from 10.9% to 9.7%. Demographic modeling indicates that Cooranbong's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the 25 to 34 group projected to grow by 49%, reaching 1,900 people from 1,278.