Dundas (NSW)

Dundas lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population of Dundas NSW is around 5,239, reflecting a growth of 280 people since the 2021 Census. This increase corresponds to a resident population estimate of 5,214 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by ABS in June 2024 and an additional 61 validated new addresses since the Census date. The current population density is approximately 3,769 persons per square kilometer, placing Dundas in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Dundas has demonstrated a compound annual growth rate of 2.0%, outpacing its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. 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 for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, demographic trends predict exceptional growth for Dundas, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across the nation with an expected population increase of 3,747 persons, reflecting a gain of 72.8% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Dundas when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Dundas had around 46 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 231 homes were approved, with another 43 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, 1.8 new residents arrived per year for each new home over these five years, suggesting a balanced supply-demand market supporting stable conditions.

The average construction value of new homes was $490,000, aligning with regional trends. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $6.3 million, indicating limited commercial development focus compared to Greater Sydney, where Dundas records 10.0% less building activity per person. Nationally, Dundas ranks at the 77th percentile among assessed areas. Recent construction comprises 15.0% detached dwellings and 85.0% medium and high-density housing, a shift from the area's current 52.0% houses, indicating decreasing developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles needing diverse, affordable housing options. The location has approximately 150 people per dwelling approval, suggesting a low density market.

Latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate forecasts Dundas to gain 3,816 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 21 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones include Melrose Central, Melrose Park High School, Melrose Park Urban Renewal Precinct, and the 25 Station Street Childcare Facility. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Dundas has a well-educated workforce. Professional services have strong representation in the area.

The unemployment rate is 4.1%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.2%, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of June 2025, there are 3,006 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, which is 0.1% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Dundas is broadly similar to Greater Sydney's 60.0%.

Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area has a notable concentration in public administration & safety, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. However, professional & technical services are under-represented, comprising only 8.2% of Dundas's workforce compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. In the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.2%, while labour force increased by 3.0%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.8 percentage points in Dundas. This compares to Greater Sydney where employment grew by 2.6%, labour force expanded by 2.9%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 offer insight into potential future demand within Dundas. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Dundas's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 on Dundas. The median income among taxpayers was $50,682 with an average of $65,215. Nationally, this is approximately average. In Greater Sydney, the median was $56,994 and average was $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Dundas are approximately $57,073 (median) and $73,439 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($1,962 weekly), while personal income sits at the 41st percentile. Distribution data shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 35.7% of residents (1,870 people). This aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 18.8% of income. Despite this, disposable income ranks at the 59th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Dundas displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Dundas, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 52.1% houses and 47.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 57.3% houses and 42.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Dundas was 26.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 37.9% and rented dwellings at 35.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Dundas was $2,500, below Sydney metro's average of $2,600. The median weekly rent figure in Dundas was $428, compared to Sydney metro's $460. Nationally, Dundas's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,500 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Dundas features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 78.1% of all households, including 43.8% couples with children, 21.6% couples without children, and 11.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 21.9%, with lone person households at 19.0% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

Dundas shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 36.6% of residents aged 15+, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 24.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 17.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 8.7% in primary, 7.2% in secondary, and 7.1% pursuing tertiary education. The area offers educational provision through St Patrick's Marist College and Dundas Public School, serving a total of 1,365 students. It demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1079). Educational provision follows conventional lines, with one primary and one secondary institution. The area functions as an education hub, offering 26.1 school places per 100 residents – significantly higher than the regional average of 13.6 – attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Dundas has 25 operational public transport stops offering a blend of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 28 distinct routes, facilitating 3,499 weekly passenger trips in total. The city's transport accessibility is deemed excellent, with residents usually situated 134 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, across all routes, there are 499 daily trips, which amounts to about 139 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Dundas, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 53%, leading that of the average SA2 area (~2,762 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 5.2% and 5.2% of residents respectively. A total of 78.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.3% across Greater Sydney. Dundas has 14.0% of residents aged 65 and over (733 people), lower than the 16.6% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, aligning with the general population's health profile.

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

Dundas has a high level of cultural diversity, with 47.3% of its population born overseas and 52.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The dominant religion in Dundas is Christianity, accounting for 52.2% of the population. However, the most notable overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, which comprises 4.8% of the population compared to 1.2% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Chinese at 19.8%, English at 15.1%, and Australian at 14.0%. Some ethnic groups show significant disparities: Korean is overrepresented at 7.1% (compared to 6.5% regionally), Lebanese at 2.5% (compared to 3.8%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%).

Dundas's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Dundas has a median age of 37 years, matching Greater Sydney and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group constitutes 16.9% of Dundas' population, higher than Greater Sydney's figure, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 13.7%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 16.0% to 16.9%, whereas the 0-4 age group has decreased from 6.8% to 5.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Dundas' age structure, with the 45-54 group expected to grow by 84% (573 people), reaching a total of 1,255 from its current figure of 681.