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, the estimated population of the suburb of Edgeworth is around 8,080. This figure reflects an increase of 1,679 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,401. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 7,283 as of June 2024, along with 334 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,342 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 26.2% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the 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, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year for areas not covered by this data. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Edgeworth is predicted to grow by 4,061 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 37.5% in total over the 17-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Edgeworth has averaged around 108 new dwelling approvals each year. Over the past 5 financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 544 homes were approved, with a further 22 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.8 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these years, suggesting balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions, and new homes being built at an average expected construction cost value of $379,000.

This financial year has seen $49.1 million in commercial approvals registered, indicating robust local business investment. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Edgeworth records 88.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice and reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Building activity shows 64.0% standalone homes and 36.0% townhouses or apartments, with a growing mix providing options across different price points. This shift from the current housing mix of 88.0% houses reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. The location has approximately 69 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate Edgeworth will gain 3,032 residents through to 2041, with present construction rates appearing balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Population forecasts indicate Edgeworth will gain 3,032 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Edgeworth 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 twenty projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Winten Cameron Park Stage 5 Development, Edgeworth Town Centre Redevelopment, and Cameron Grove Estate. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Edgeworth maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Edgeworth has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue-collar jobs, with significant representation from essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.4% as of September 2025. Over the past year, employment growth was estimated at 3.8%.

This figure is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 3,712 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.4% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation was broadly similar to Rest of NSW's figure of 61.5%. According to Census responses, 15.5% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries employing Edgeworth residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Notably, manufacturing employment levels were at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.4% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. Local employment opportunities may be limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.8%, while labour force increased by 4.7%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.8 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of NSW recorded an employment decline of 0.5%, labour force decline of 0.1%, and an unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Edgeworth. These projections suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Edgeworth's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

In financial year 2023, Edgeworth had a median income among taxpayers of $45,669 and an average level of $52,710. These figures are below the national average. In comparison, Rest of NSW had levels of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income would be approximately $49,715 and average income $57,380, based on an 8.86% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023. According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Edgeworth rank modestly, between the 30th and 31st percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income distribution shows that 35.0% of the 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

Edgeworth's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Edgeworth was 31.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.9% and rented ones at 27.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, aligning with Non-Metro NSW's average. The median weekly rent figure was $360, compared to Non-Metro 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% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of NSW.

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 prominent, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (35.6%). Educational participation is 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 facilitate 1,008 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 157 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuting in Edgeworth is outward-bound, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 96%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in the area. According to the 2021 Census, 15.5% of residents work from home, which may be partly due to COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages 144 trips per day, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per 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 indicated by AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of the total population (around 3,865 people), compared to 51.9% in Rest of NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common 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 Rest of NSW. The working-age population has notably high chronic condition rates. Edgeworth has 20.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,624 people), lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally aligning with national rankings.

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 showed low cultural diversity, with 91.6% born in Australia, 92.4% being citizens, and 94.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Edgeworth at 51.6%, compared to 55.9% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestral groups were Australian (32.7%), English (32.2%), and Scottish (7.6%).

Notably, Polish was overrepresented at 1.0% (regional: 0.5%), Australian Aboriginal at 5.5% (regional: 4.6%), and Samoan at 0.4% (regional: 0.1%).

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

Edgeworth has a median age of 38, which is lower than Rest of NSW's figure of 43 but equivalent to the national norm of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 17.3% of Edgeworth's population, compared to Rest of NSW, while the 55-64 cohort constitutes 10.5%. According to the 2021 Census, Edgeworth's 25-to-34 age group grew from 15.4% to 17.3%, and the 35-to-44 cohort increased from 11.6% to 13.0%. Conversely, the 5-to-14 age group declined from 12.0% to 10.5%. By 2041, Edgeworth's age profile is projected to change significantly, with the 25-to-34 group set to grow by 46%, adding 642 people and reaching a total of 2,040 from its current figure of 1,397.