Enfield (NSW)

Population growth drivers in Enfield are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Enfield (NSW) is around 3,662. This reflects an increase of 670 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,992. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 3,661 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 180 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 5,016 persons per square kilometer, placing Enfield in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth of 22.4% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (6.6%) and the state, 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 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. Future population trends project an above median growth for statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with Enfield expected to increase by 496 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 13.5% over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data indicates Enfield has seen approximately 40 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 204 homes were approved, with a further 19 approved in FY26 as of current data. On average, 1.4 new residents have been arriving per new home each year over these five financial years, suggesting a balanced supply and demand market supporting stable conditions.

The average construction value for new homes has been $672,000, indicating developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This financial year, there have been $506,000 in commercial approvals, predominantly residential-focused. Relative to Greater Sydney, Enfield records 162.0% more construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. This high level of activity is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. New development consists of 45.0% standalone homes and 55.0% medium and high-density housing, providing accessible entry options appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

With around 102 people per dwelling approval, Enfield exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Enfield is forecasted to gain 495 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Enfield 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 two projects likely impacting the area: Enfield Aquatic Centre Redevelopment and Sydney Metro City and Southwest. Other notable projects include The Carlyle Enfield and Burwood Culture House, though they are less relevant.

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

Enfield's workforce is well-educated with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 7.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.5%. As of December 2025, 1,845 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, above Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation is lower at 62.3% compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. A significant 41.7% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training, while retail trade employs only 8.1% of local workers compared to Greater Sydney's 9.3%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited as suggested by the ratio of working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.5%, labour force grew by 1.9%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2% and unemployment increase marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall 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 grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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 2023. Enfield's median income among taxpayers was $51,281, with an average of $67,421. Nationally, this is approximately average. In Greater Sydney, the median was $60,817 and the average was $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Enfield are approximately $56,573 (median) and $74,379 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows household, family and personal incomes in Enfield rank modestly, between the 41st and 49th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that 27.9% of residents (1,021 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket. This is consistent with broader trends in the surrounding region, where 30.9% of residents are in the same category. Housing affordability pressures in Enfield are severe, with only 81.4% of income remaining, 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 comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Enfield was 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. 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, including 35.7% couples with children, 21.0% couples without children, and 15.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 26.5%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households at 4.3%. 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%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 26.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (14.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.1% in primary education, 7.8% in tertiary education, and 7.1% pursuing secondary education.

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

Enfield has ten operational public transport stops, all providing bus services. These stops are served by thirteen different routes, offering a total of 2,972 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent access to transport, with an average distance of 176 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from Enfield, predominantly using cars (75%). Train use stands at 13%, and bus use is 8%. On average, there are 1.1 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 41.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 424 trips per day, resulting in 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 shows strong performance throughout Enfield. AreaSearch's assessment indicates low prevalence of common health conditions among the general population, nearing the nation's average for older and at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover rate is approximately 54% of the total population (~1,962 people), slightly higher than the SA2 area average of 50.7%. This compares to a Greater Sydney average of 59.9%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (6.5%) and mental health issues (5.5%), with 74.7% of residents reporting no medical ailments, similar to the Greater Sydney figure of 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Enfield has 19.2% of residents aged 65 and over (703 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. 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 predominant religion in Enfield, making up 61.5% of the population, 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 in Enfield are higher than the regional averages of 1.1% and 2.6%, respectively. Spanish-speaking residents also make up a larger proportion at 1.0%, compared to the regional average of 0.6%.

Enfield's median age exceeds the national pattern

Enfield has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38 years. The 55-64 age cohort is notably over-represented in Enfield at 12.6%, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 9.0%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 12.7% to 14.8%, and the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 13.3% to 14.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has declined from 14.4% to 12.7%, and the 5-14 year-olds have dropped from 10.4% to 9.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Enfield's age profile will significantly evolve. The 65 to 74 age cohort is projected to expand by 99 people (30%), from 325 to 425. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 51% of total population growth. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.