Suburb profile · Rest of NSW
Crookwell has an estimated 2,898 residents, up 7.9% since the 2021 Census, with 64 projects tracked in the area around Crookwell.
Updated 27 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 96 kilometres north-northeast from Canberra CBD, the suburb of Crookwell is set amid picturesque rolling hills, vineyards, and scenic rural towns in NSW, Australia. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of the suburb of Crookwell at around 2,898 based on annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address updates. This marks an expansion of 212 people (7.9%) since the 2021 Census recorded 2,686 people, reflecting modest expansion overall. Celebrated for its rich agricultural heritage, well-preserved colonial architecture, and thriving arts community, the locality provides access to boutique wineries, artisanal food shops, bustling markets, and nearby national parks and reserves offering hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.
Demographically, the suburb of Crookwell is characterised by a significant presence of mature and retirement-aged residents, notably across the 75 to 84yo and 85 and over cohorts, alongside an above-average number of children per family.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,625 in 2006 and 2,829 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,898 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 15.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.5%.
Crookwell ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 82nd for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Crookwell is $474 a week, up 1.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% below Rest of NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
18% below Rest of NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $302 in 2017, $484 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Brooklands Street, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $638,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Hall Crescent, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $525,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Laver Place, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $730,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Clements Street, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $945,500 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 79 Wade Street, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $725,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 51 Kialla Road, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $875,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Laver Place, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $900,000 | 27 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 36 Wade Street, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $587,500 | 24 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Grabben Gullen Road, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $580,000 | 31 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 80 Harley Road, Crookwell NSW 2583 | $840,000 | 30 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 42 residential sales recorded since 12 Mar 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 42, houses and units together, was $645,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $474 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +1.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $639k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $495k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $645,000 | Median of the 42 most recent residential sales, settled 12 Mar 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $484 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Goulburn - Mulwaree | $496 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Goulburn - Mulwaree, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rest of NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 45 tracked applications: 16 approved, 10 under assessment, 19 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 64 projects in and around Crookwell, 16 of them under construction.
Operating wind farm with multiple turbines contributing to Upper Lachlan Shire hosting over 340 turbines (53% of NSW total).
The Limerick Wind Farm is a proposed utility-scale renewable energy project located approximately 10km north of Crookwell and 5km east of…
A residential subdivision development offering over 300 lots for building dream homes, with over 40% of the masterplan dedicated to a…
Proposed social housing development in the Crestwood area of Goulburn, featuring 20 one and two-bedroom units primarily designed for aged…
Large-scale future housing development area in West Goulburn planned to accommodate up to 1,500 new dwellings over 20 years.
A 5-stage, 212-lot residential estate development by Ganter Constructions featuring residential blocks from 700-3700sqm, a commercial…
A $165 million redevelopment of Goulburn Hospital including a new four-storey Clinical Services Building with emergency department…
A multi-component program of water and sewer infrastructure upgrades across Goulburn and Marulan.
A strategic planning framework to revitalise Goulburn's CBD by increasing residential density and housing diversity while preserving…
A proposed 25km rail trail repurposing the disused Goulburn-Crookwell railway corridor within the Goulburn Mulwaree LGA into an off-road…
Development of a modern, sustainable, purpose-built civic space to serve as a central anchor for Goulburn Mulwaree Council's community…
Proposed regional museum and archive facility celebrating Goulburn's close ties to the wool industry and its identity as Australia's First…
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Estimated completion year of the 22 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 7, 2027 4, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 3. 23 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 45 substantial development applications lodged in and around Crookwell over the past 5 years, 37 in the last 12 months; 10 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 2, 2023 3, 2024 1, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 36.
Key application Saleyards Road Commercial | $26m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 37 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 8 | ABS building approvals | 20th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Crookwell include: Crookwell II Wind Farm (Completed); Limerick Wind Farm (Planning); Crookwell 3 Wind Farm (Completed); HumeLink East (Construction); and Paling Yards Wind Farm (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Crookwell spans multiple sectors including Energy, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the suburb of Crookwell demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
Recent residential development output has been above average within Crookwell when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Crookwell area has seen 20 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Crookwell's current population of 2,898 has been supported by 8 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Crookwell has seen 0.37 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.56 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 137 people in the suburb of Crookwell, compared to one for every 183 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Crookwell's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 8, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Crookwell has grown by approximately 204 people, while 43 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Crookwell reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,898 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 14 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 19th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,686 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 212 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 207.39 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Crookwell was estimated to be approximately 2,898 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,829 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Crookwell has added approximately 212 people and shown a 7.89% increase from the 2,686 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Crookwell is estimated at 14 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Crookwell has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Crookwell is driven by: Interstate migration (74.0%), Overseas migration (21.0%), Natural increase (5.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 74.0% of overall population gains.
Crookwell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 52 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 42.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 52 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Crookwell at 52 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 52 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 52 years as at August 2026, Crookwell is 9 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 14 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Crookwell compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 12.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Crookwell compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Crookwell show significant variance compared to the Regional NSW region. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (5.6% vs 2.9%) and 75-84 year-olds (12.0% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.1% of the population in the suburb of Crookwell as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 32.2% of the population in the suburb of Crookwell as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 8% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $43,162 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $54,181 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,196 | 2021 Census, weekly | 13th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $639 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,622 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 35.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Crookwell is approximately $47,616. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $43,162.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Crookwell is approximately $59,772. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $54,181.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Crookwell is approximately $47,616 compared to $57,797 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $43,162 and $52,390 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Crookwell is approximately $59,772 compared to $71,945 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $54,181 and $65,215 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~29.5% / 854 persons) of the suburb of Crookwell's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Crookwell is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.5% of the population. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Crookwell is $1,196/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Crookwell is $1,622/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Crookwell is $639/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the suburb of Crookwell had a median income among taxpayers of $43,162 with the average level standing at $54,181. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $47,616 (median) and $59,772 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Crookwell is $4,616 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Crookwell's disposable income is $4,616 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Crookwell maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 54.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,276 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,316 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,316 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Crookwell has approximately 1,276 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.0%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Crookwell stands at 3.0%, which is 1.1 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Crookwell is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.0% of employment), agriculture, forestry & fishing (13.0%), and public administration & safety (11.3%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Crookwell has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Crookwell is 54.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Crookwell shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 13.0% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.5, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Crookwell's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.6% growth, ranking 9th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational outcomes in Crookwell fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 12.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 46.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
12.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Crookwell have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the broader region.
46.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Crookwell have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% regionally.
The suburb of Crookwell ranks in the 25th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Crookwell are: Certificate (30.7%), Advanced Diploma (10.0%), Bachelor Degree (8.6%).
24.2% of the population in the suburb of Crookwell is currently engaged in formal education, with 8.2% in primary school, 8.1% in secondary school, 2.3% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Crookwell is 974, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Crookwell, with a combined enrollment of approximately 553 students.
The suburb of Crookwell includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Crookwell features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 32.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,110 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,198 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Crookwell had 1,110 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.9% to an estimated 1,198 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Crookwell is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.8% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (32.2%), group households (0.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Among the 741 family households, 22.4% are couples with children, 33.4% are couples without children at home, and 10.6% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Crookwell shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Crookwell have an average of 2.1 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.8% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 32.2% of all households in the suburb of Crookwell, similar to the regional average of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 0.6% of households, well below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Crookwell placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
Crookwell was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.1% of its population being citizens, 93.1% born in Australia, and 97.4% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Crookwell was found to be Christianity, which makes up 72.4% of people in Crookwell. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Crookwell are English, comprising 34.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 32.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 12.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Crookwell (vs 0.5% regionally), Maltese at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Scottish at 8.1% (vs 8.0%).
6.9% of the suburb of Crookwell population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% regionally.
2.6% of the population in the suburb of Crookwell speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in the wider region.
2.6% of the suburb of Crookwell population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in the region.
91.1% of the suburb of Crookwell population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Crookwell is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 17.0% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 56.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,356 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $280 | 2021 Census, weekly | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Crookwell, 56.3% of homes are owned outright, 26.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 17.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Crookwell are houses.
In the suburb of Crookwell, 0.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Crookwell stands at 56.3%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Crookwell is $1,356, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Crookwell is $566, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Crookwell, households with mortgages typically spend 26.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Crookwell is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Crookwell shows mortgage holders spending 26.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% regionally), while renters spend 23.4% of income on rent (vs 23.0% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Crookwell consists of 94.3% detached houses, 4.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.6% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Crookwell consumes approximately 10.9% of median household income ($5,179 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Crookwell show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Crookwell is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.4% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 56.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.5% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Around 48.4% of people in the suburb of Crookwell are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 51.9% in the broader region of Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Crookwell, 8.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.5% of people in the suburb of Crookwell are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.6% of the suburb of Crookwell population, while in the surrounding region, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.3% of people in the suburb of Crookwell have heart disease. Across the region of Regional NSW, 4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Crookwell, 48.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 51.9%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 46 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 46th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 91 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 261 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 91 public transport stops within the suburb of Crookwell.
The suburb of Crookwell has 261 weekly trips across 13 routes, averaging 37 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 180 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 1.4 km away and the nearest child care centre 1.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 91 stops nearby (91 bus), 261 weekly trips, access rating 46 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 32 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest bank | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 40.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 40.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 40.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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Recent residential development output has been above average within Crookwell when compared nationally.
Crookwell has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 18% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Crookwell's affordable property market has recorded 111 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 82% residential, 7% commercial and 11% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Crookwell reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Crookwell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 8% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Crookwell maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
Educational outcomes in Crookwell fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
Crookwell features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
The latest Census data sees Crookwell placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Crookwell is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Crookwell is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Crookwell has an estimated 2,898 residents, up 7.9% since the 2021 Census, with 64 projects tracked in the area around Crookwell.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 27 Aug 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Crookwell.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to May 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 28 Aug 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL11124). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (May 2026) and income (FY 2023). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Crookwell from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Crookwell with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.