Enmore (Inner West - NSW)

Enmore 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 population of the suburb of Enmore (Inner West - NSW) is estimated at around 3990 people. This reflects an increase of 119 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3871 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3917 residents following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and validation of two new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 8866 persons per square kilometer, placing Enmore within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 80% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, Enmore is expected to expand by 165 persons by the year 2041, reflecting a gain of approximately 2.3% in total over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Enmore 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 indicates Enmore has experienced approximately one dwelling receiving development approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated six homes. As of FY26, no approvals have been recorded yet. The population decline in recent years suggests new supply has likely kept up with demand, offering good choice to buyers.

This year, there have been $6.3 million in commercial approvals, indicative of the area's residential character. Recent development has consisted entirely of townhouses or apartments, providing affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Currently, there are approximately 4082 people per dwelling approval in the location, demonstrating an established market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Enmore is projected to add 92 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified four projects likely influencing this region. Key projects include Stanmore North Precinct Planning under Our Fairer Future Plan, Stanmore Station Precinct TOD - Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, Erskineville Village, and A Fairer Future - Inner West Local Housing Strategy aiming for 35,000 new homes.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Enmore recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Enmore has an educated workforce, with the technology sector notably represented. Its unemployment rate is 6.1%, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation in December 2025. There are 2,645 employed residents, with a 1.9% higher unemployment rate compared to Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation is high at 79.5%, exceeding Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Census responses indicate that 61.5% of residents work from home, possibly influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (1.6 times the regional average), health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. Construction employment is limited at 5.0%, compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the Census working population vs resident population count. In the 12-month period ending in December 2025, Enmore's labour force decreased by 0.2% and employment by 0.8%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Enmore's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended 30 June 2023 shows median income in Enmore suburb is $69,474 and average income is $96,244. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from July 2023 to September 2025, estimated median income in Enmore would be approximately $75,629 and average income around $104,771 by that period. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data for 2021, incomes in Enmore rank highly nationally, between 83rd and 93rd percentiles for households, families, and individuals. Income analysis indicates that the predominant cohort consists of 27.7% of locals (1,105 people) with income between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, similar to surrounding regions at 30.9%. Economic strength is evident with 39.8% of households earning over $3,000 weekly, supporting high consumer spending. High housing costs consume 19.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 77th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Enmore displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Enmore's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 17.5% houses and 82.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Enmore was at 19.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.1% and rented ones at 50.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,994, surpassing Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure stood at $500, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Enmore's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Enmore features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 54.9% of all households, including 18.3% couples with children, 28.4% couples without children, and 6.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 45.1%, with lone person households at 31.9% and group households making up 13.5%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Enmore demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Enmore has a notably high level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above, with 57.1% holding university qualifications. This figure surpasses both the national average of 30.4% and the New South Wales (NSW) average of 32.2%. The area's educational advantage is evident in the variety of qualifications held: bachelor degrees are most common at 37.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 16.3%, and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Vocational pathways also play a significant role, with advanced diplomas accounting for 9.2% and certificates for 10.1% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and above.

Educational participation in Enmore is notably high, with 28.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in tertiary education, 6.0% in primary education, and 4.5% pursuing secondary education.

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

Enmore has five active public transport stops, all offering bus services. These stops are served by nine different routes, collectively facilitating 3002 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed excellent, with residents typically situated 183 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 47%, followed by trains at 16% and walking at 16%. On average, there are 0.6 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 61.5% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 428 trips daily across all routes, translating to roughly 600 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Enmore is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Enmore shows better-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data from both younger and older age groups. The prevalence of common health conditions is low across these cohorts. Private health cover is exceptionally high in Enmore at approximately 65% of the total population (2,588 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 12.1 and 9.2% of residents respectively. 70.0% of residents report being completely free of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among working-age individuals in Enmore are generally typical. The area has 11.1% of residents aged 65 and over (442 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Senior health outcomes in Enmore rank particularly high, even surpassing national averages.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Enmore was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Enmore has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 20.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 30.1% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Enmore, comprising 24.9%. However, Judaism shows an overrepresentation of 1.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (23.4%), Australian (18.3%), and Other (11.9%). Notably, French (1.0% vs regional 0.5%), Spanish (0.8% vs 0.6%), and Irish (11.1% vs 6.1%) groups are overrepresented in Enmore.

Enmore's population is younger than the national pattern

Enmore's median age is 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and somewhat younger than Australia's national average of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 years has strong representation in Enmore at 25.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's percentage. However, the age group of 5-14 years is less prevalent in Enmore at 6.0%. This concentration of the 25-34 age group is well above Australia's national average of 14.4%. Between 2021 and the present, the population of the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 11.8% to 13.4% of Enmore's total population. Conversely, the population of the 45 to 54 age group has declined from 13.7% to 11.9%. By the year 2041, significant demographic changes are forecasted for Enmore. The age cohort of 65 to 74 years is projected to increase by 60 people (26%) from 231 to 292. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 74% of total population growth in Enmore, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 15 to 24 and 25 to 34 age groups are projected to decrease in number.