Enfield (NSW)

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

Enfield's population is estimated at around 3,348 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 356 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,992 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3,315 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of additional 183 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,586 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Enfield's 11.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both SA4 region (6.5%) and SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 86.0% 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, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends indicate a median increase across statistical areas, with Enfield expected to increase by 428 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 11.8% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Enfield when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Enfield shows around 40 new homes approved annually. Between FY21-FY25, approximately 204 homes were approved, with 18 more expected in FY26. This results in an average of 0.1 new residents per year per new home over the past five financial years, indicating supply meets or exceeds demand.

The average construction value for new homes is $672,000, suggesting a focus on premium properties. In FY26, there have been $506,000 in commercial approvals, predominantly residential. Compared to Greater Sydney, Enfield has 169.0% more construction activity per person. New development consists of 45.0% standalone homes and 55.0% medium and high-density housing, providing accessible entry options for buyers. With around 96 people per dwelling approval, Enfield is considered a growth area. Population forecasts estimate Enfield will gain 395 residents by 2041.

Current development rates should comfortably meet demand, supporting good conditions for buyers and potential population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of a local area can significantly be influenced by changes in infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified two projects that are expected to impact this particular area. Notable projects include Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment, The Carlyle Enfield, Sydney Metro City & Southwest, and Burwood Culture House. The following list details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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Employment drivers in Enfield are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Enfield has a highly educated workforce with professional services being well-represented. The unemployment rate in Enfield was 7.0% as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, Enfield had 1,533 residents employed while the unemployment rate stood at 2.8% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Enfield was significantly lower at 57.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Census data revealed that a high proportion of residents, 41.7%, worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. The dominant employment sectors among residents included health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.

Conversely, retail trade employed only 8.1% of local workers, lower than Greater Sydney's 9.2%. The residential nature of the area suggests limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the disparity between the Census working population and resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Enfield's labour force decreased by 2.1% while employment declined by 2.5%, leading to a rise in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Enfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 indicates Enfield's median income among taxpayers is $51,281. The average income in this suburb was $67,421 during the same period. Nationally, these figures are approximately average. In Greater Sydney, the median income was $60,817 with an average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since June 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be around $55,824 (median) and $73,395 (average). The 2021 Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Enfield rank modestly, between the 41st to 49th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that 27.9% of residents (934 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, which is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region at 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Enfield, with only 81.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 47th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Enfield's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 41.1% houses and 58.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Enfield stood at 33.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.2% and rented ones at 33.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,276, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Enfield was $450, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Enfield's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,276 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Enfield features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 73.5% of all households, composed of 35.7% couples with children, 21.0% couples without children, and 15.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.5%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 4.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 36.5%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 49.5%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are held by 26.7% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificates at 14.3%. Educational participation is high, with 29.5% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.1% in primary, 7.8% in tertiary, and 7.1% in secondary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Enfield shows that there are ten active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops serve a variety of bus routes, totalling thirteen individual routes. Together, these routes facilitate 2,972 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to public transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 176 meters away from their nearest transport stop. In this primarily residential region, most commuters travel outward. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation, used by 75% of residents, while 13% use the train and 8% opt for the bus.

On average, there is a vehicle ownership of 1.1 per dwelling. Notably, a high percentage of residents, specifically 41.7%, work from home (as recorded in the 2021 Census; this figure may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions). The service frequency across all routes averages 424 trips per day, which equates to approximately 297 weekly trips per individual stop.

Enfield's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics indicates strong performance across Enfield, with AreaSearch's assessment showing low prevalence of common health conditions among the general population, nearing national averages for older and at-risk cohorts. Private health cover stands at approximately 54% of the total population (~1,794 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (6.5%) and mental health issues (5.5%), with 74.7% reporting no medical ailments, similar to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Enfield has 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (639 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Enfield has a high level of cultural diversity, with 47.5% of its population born overseas and 54.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Enfield, accounting for 61.5% of its residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups in Enfield are Chinese (16.3%), Other (14.6%), and Australian (10.8%).

Notably, Korean (3.9%) and Lebanese (6.1%) populations are overrepresented in Enfield compared to regional averages of 1.1% and 2.6%, respectively. Spanish population is also higher at 1.0% compared to the regional average of 0.6%.

Enfield's median age exceeds the national pattern

Enfield's median age is 41 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and somewhat older than Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Enfield has a notably over-represented cohort of 55-64 year-olds (12.7%) and an under-represented group of 5-14 year-olds (9.2%). Post the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 grew from 12.7% to 14.6%, while the 5-14 age group declined from 10.4% to 9.2%. The 45-54 cohort also decreased from 14.4% to 13.3%. By 2041, Enfield's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 65-74 cohort is expected to grow by 30%, adding 90 residents to reach 388. Residents aged 65 and over are anticipated to represent 55% of the population growth. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the 5-14 and 0-4 age groups.