Edgeworth

Edgeworth has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, Edgeworth's population is estimated at around 8,080, reflecting an increase of 1,679 people since the 2021 Census. The population in 2021 was reported as 6,401. This growth represents a 26.2% increase. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 7,283 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 334 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,342 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Edgeworth's growth exceeded that of Rest of NSW (5.9%) and its SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the area.

Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 71.0% 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. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, 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. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Edgeworth is predicted to grow exceptionally over the period, adding 4,331 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 43.7%.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Edgeworth among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Edgeworth averaged approximately 108 new dwelling approvals annually between FY-21 and FY-25. During this period, an estimated 540 homes were approved, with a further 37 approved in FY-26. On average, 1.8 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years.

This has resulted in balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions, and new homes being constructed at an average cost of $379,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $49.1 million, indicating robust local business investment. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Edgeworth recorded 83.0% more new home approvals per person as of FY-25. This reflects strong developer confidence in the area. Building activity showed 65.0% standalone homes and 35.0% townhouses or apartments between FY-21 and FY-25, marking a shift from the current housing mix of 88.0% houses. The location had approximately 70 people per dwelling approval during this period.

Population forecasts suggest Edgeworth will gain 3,534 residents by 2041, with building activity keeping pace with growth projections despite increased competition among buyers as the population expands.

Edgeworth 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 20 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones include Winten Cameron Park Stage 5 Development, Edgeworth Town Centre Redevelopment, Cameron Grove Estate, and Cameron Grove Estate. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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

Edgeworth has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate was 4.0% as of December 2025, similar to Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Edgeworth is also similar to Regional NSW at 61.3%.

According to Census responses, 15.5% of residents work from home. The key industries for employment are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Manufacturing has notable concentration with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.4%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population count. From December 2024 to December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.5% and labour force increased by 2.1%, leading to an unemployment rise of 1.5 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded employment decline of 1.2%, labour force decline of 0.8%, with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Edgeworth's employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Edgeworth's employment mix.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 indicates Edgeworth had a median taxpayer income of $45,669 and an average income of $52,710. These figures are below the national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively in Regional NSW. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated median and average incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $49,715 and $57,380 respectively. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Edgeworth rank modestly between the 30th and 31st percentiles. Income distribution data shows 35.0% of Edgeworth's population (2,828 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to regional levels where 29.9% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Edgeworth, with only 81.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

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

In Edgeworth, as per the latest Census evaluation, 88.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 11.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. This is compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Edgeworth stood at 31.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.9% and rented ones at 27.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, aligning with Regional NSW's average, while the median weekly rent was $360, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Edgeworth's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Edgeworth has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 69.4% of all households, including 26.4% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 14.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 30.6%, with lone person households at 28.3% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Regional NSW average.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 11.2%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (35.6%). Educational participation is high at 26.6%, with 9.5% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 6.6% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Edgeworth has 73 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 56 different routes that together provide 1,008 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's home to the nearest transport stop is 157 meters. Most residents commute outwards from Edgeworth, with cars being the dominant mode of transportation at 96%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 15.5% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency is 144 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Edgeworth is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Edgeworth faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions impact both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of the total population (~3,865 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 12.1% and 10.4% of residents respectively. However, 56.1% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to high chronic condition rates. Edgeworth has 19.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,591 people), lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

Edgeworth is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Edgeworth's population was found to be predominantly born in Australia, with 91.6%. The majority were citizens at 92.4%, and 94.1% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the primary religion, practiced by 51.6% of Edgeworth's population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

The top three ancestry groups in Edgeworth were Australian (32.7%), English (32.2%), and Scottish (7.6%). Notably, Polish ethnicity was higher than the regional average at 1%. Australian Aboriginal ancestry was also higher at 5.5%, as was Samoan ancestry at 0.4%.

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

Edgeworth has a median age of 38, which is lower than Regional NSW's figure of 43 but equivalent to the national norm of 38. The age group of 25-34 shows strong representation at 17.3% compared to Regional NSW, while the 55-64 cohort is less prevalent at 10.6%. According to the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 15.4% to 17.3%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 11.6% to 13.0%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has declined from 12.0% to 10.5%. Demographic modeling indicates that Edgeworth's age profile will significantly change by 2041. Leading this demographic shift, the 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 53%, adding 740 people and reaching a total of 2,138 from its current figure of 1,397.