Croydon Park (NSW)

Croydon Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population of Croydon Park (NSW) is around 11,384, reflecting a 4.2% increase since the 2021 Census which reported 10,929 people. This growth was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of resident population at 11,235 based on latest ERP data release by ABS (June 2024) and additional 68 validated new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density is 4,464 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 86.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. Future projections, based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data (released in 2024 with a base year of 2022) and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections (released in 2022 with a base year of 2021), indicate an expected population increase just below the median for statistical areas across the nation. By 2041, Croydon Park's population is projected to increase by 1,107 persons, reflecting a total increase of 9.6% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected, with the area expected to increase by 1,107 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting with an increase of 9.6% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Croydon Park, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Croydon Park averaged approximately 15 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling around 77 homes. As of FY-26, 7 approvals have been recorded. The average number of new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 was 0.7. This suggests that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and enabling population growth.

The average value of new properties being constructed is $672,000, which is higher than regional norms, indicating quality-focused development. In FY-26, $1.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Croydon Park has significantly less development activity, with 72.0% fewer approvals per person. This scarcity of new dwellings typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. New building activity shows 65.0% standalone homes and 35.0% attached dwellings, offering choices across price ranges from spacious family homes to more compact options.

Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests at Census (48.0%), indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. With around 777 people per dwelling approval, Croydon Park reflects a highly mature market. Future projections show Croydon Park adding 1,091 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Croydon Park 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 a total of 12 projects that are likely to impact the area. Key projects include Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment, The Carlyle Enfield, Sydney Metro City & Southwest, and 27 Mitchell Street Croydon Park. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Croydon Park shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Croydon Park has a well-educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 4.6% as of June 2025, which is 0.4% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.3%. Workforce participation in Croydon Park was 57.4%, below Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Education & training has particularly high representation, at 1.4 times the regional average.

Conversely, manufacturing shows lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 5.7%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census data comparing working population with resident population. In the 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 4.3%, while labour force grew by 4.4%, keeping unemployment broadly flat at 4.6%. This contrasts with Greater Sydney where employment grew by 2.6% and unemployment rose to 4.5%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in September 2022, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Croydon Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localized population projections.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2022, Croydon Park had a median income among taxpayers of $54,167 with the average level standing at $71,216. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $56,994 and $80,856 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% from financial year ending June 2022 until September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $60,997 (median) and $80,196 (average). From the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family and personal incomes in Croydon Park cluster around the 52nd percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 29.3% of the population, which consists of 3,335 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, mirroring the region where 30.9% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 54th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Croydon Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Croydon Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 47.5% houses and 52.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 33.5% houses and 66.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Croydon Park was 35.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.3% and rented ones at 32.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,522, higher than Sydney metro's $2,436. Median weekly rent was $410, compared to Sydney metro's $465. Nationally, Croydon Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 71.1% of all households, consisting of 38.0% couples with children, 19.9% couples without children, and 11.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.9%, with lone person households at 26.3% and group households comprising 2.7% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 34.2%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 49.5%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 27.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas comprise 11.1% and certificates make up 16.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.0% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 6.5% pursuing tertiary education. The area has two schools serving 703 students: Croydon Park Public School and St Francis Xavier Catholic School Ashbury. These schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby due to limited local school capacity (6.2 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.8).

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

Croydon Park has 38 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 27 different routes that together facilitate 2,894 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents on average located just 157 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are approximately 413 trips across all routes, which amounts to around 76 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Croydon Park is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Croydon Park demonstrates above-average health outcomes for both young and old age cohorts, with low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 55% (~6,270 people) have private health cover, compared to 57.3% across Greater Sydney.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (6.6%) and asthma (6.4%). Around 73.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.0% across Greater Sydney. Croydon Park has 18.4% (~2,094 people) aged 65 and over, higher than the 14.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

Croydon Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Croydon Park has a high level of cultural diversity, with 38.8% of its population born overseas and 45.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Croydon Park is Christianity, accounting for 65.2% of the population, compared to 41.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Australian (13.9%), Italian (13.9%), which is significantly higher than the regional average of 5.9%, and Other (12.6%), notably lower than the regional average of 17.6%.

There are also notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Spanish is overrepresented at 1.2% compared to 0.7% regionally, Lebanese at 7.0% versus 3.1%, and Korean at 1.5% versus 2.8%.

Croydon Park hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Croydon Park's median age is 41 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and somewhat older than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney's average, Croydon Park has a notably over-represented cohort of 55-64 year-olds at 12.9%, while the 25-34 year-old group is under-represented at 12.2%. According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 11.7% to 13.3%, whereas the 45-54 age group has declined from 15.2% to 14.0%. Demographic modeling indicates that Croydon Park's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the strongest projected growth in the 65-74 cohort, which is expected to increase by 30%, adding 334 residents to reach a total of 1,450. This demographic aging trend continues as residents aged 65 and older represent 64% of anticipated population growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts.