Eagle Vale

Eagle Vale 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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Eagle Vale is around 5,789 people. This figure remains unchanged from the 2021 Census count. AreaSearch's analysis, based on latest ERP data release by ABS (June 2024) and validated new addresses, confirms this population estimate. The population density in Eagle Vale is approximately 2,297 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed about 65% of recent population gains.

Future projections for Eagle Vale are 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). By 2041, the suburb is projected to increase by 250 persons, reflecting a total growth of 3.6% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Eagle Vale is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Eagle Vale averaged around 7 new dwelling approvals per year over the past 5 financial years to June 2021. This totals an estimated 39 homes. As of FY-26 (July 2021 - June 2022), 8 approvals have been recorded. The population has declined in recent years, yet development activity has been adequate relative to this decline, which is positive for buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $449,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. This financial year has seen $126,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Eagle Vale has significantly less development activity (80.0% below regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Nationally, this is also lower, suggesting market maturity and possible development constraints.

New development consists of 86.0% standalone homes and 14.0% medium and high-density housing, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. The location has approximately 777 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. Looking ahead, Eagle Vale is expected to grow by 211 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Eagle Vale 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 zero projects that are expected to affect this area. Notable projects comprise the Campbelltown Sport and Health Centre of Excellence, Claymore Urban Renewal Project (Hillcroft at Claymore), Leumeah Youth Precinct, and Western Sydney University Campbelltown Campus Vertical Expansion. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Eagle Vale shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Eagle Vale has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate is 6.6%, with an estimated employment growth of 7.2% over the past year, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, there are 3,118 residents in work, while the unemployment rate is 2.4% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is similar to Greater Sydney's at 70.2%. According to Census responses, 26.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing. Eagle Vale has a notably high concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 4.0% of Eagle Vale's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period, employment increased by 7.2%, while labour force also grew by 7.2%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is expected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Eagle Vale's employment mix indicates that local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Eagle Vale's median taxpayer income was $48,998 and average was $54,334 in financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is below Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $53,339 and average $59,148, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. Census 2021 data shows household income ranked at the 52nd percentile ($1,785 weekly), with personal income at the 34th percentile. The largest income segment comprised 37.2% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (2,153 residents). High housing costs consumed 17.8% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 50th percentile.

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

Eagle Vale's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 89.8% houses and 10.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eagle Vale was at 25.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.2% and rented ones at 26.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,907, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent was $400, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Eagle Vale's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 83.5% of all households, including 39.2% couples with children, 22.6% couples without children, and 19.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 16.5%, with lone person households at 14.1% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Eagle Vale fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 17.1%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 36.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (25.4%). Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 11.0% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 4.0% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 4.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Eagle Vale has 47 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. They are served by 35 different routes that together facilitate 1,016 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 128 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation at 90%, while trains are used by 6% of residents. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 26.0% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 145 trips per day, resulting in approximately 21 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Eagle Vale is well below average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts

Eagle Vale faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is considerably higher than average in Eagle Vale, particularly among older age cohorts. Only approximately 48% (~2,805 people) of the total population has private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in Eagle Vale, affecting 8.3 and 8.2% of residents respectively. However, 68.4% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents exhibit an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 15.3% (885 people) of residents aged 65 and over, with senior health outcomes presenting some challenges but ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Eagle Vale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Eagle Vale has a high level of cultural diversity, with 33.6% of its population born overseas and 33.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Eagle Vale, making up 56.2% of the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 11.0% versus 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (21.9%), Other (19.3%), and English (18.2%). Some ethnic groups have notable divergences: Samoan at 3.1% (versus 0.5% regionally), Spanish at 1.1% (versus 0.6%), and Filipino at 3.4% (versus 2.0%).

Eagle Vale's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Eagle Vale's median age is 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37, which is slightly below Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Eagle Vale has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (12.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (13.0%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the percentage of residents aged 75-84 has grown from 3.0% to 4.6%, while those aged 65-74 increased from 8.4% to 9.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has declined from 14.3% to 13.0%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 13.8% to 12.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Eagle Vale's age profile will change significantly. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 78%, adding 206 residents to reach a total of 473. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 63% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Conversely, the 25-34 and 65-74 age groups are projected to experience population declines.