Farmborough Heights

Farmborough Heights has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of February 2026, the estimated population of Farmborough Heights is around 4,286, reflecting an increase of 107 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a growth rate of approximately 2.6%. The resident population estimate of 4,203 by AreaSearch, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 14 validated new addresses since the Census date, suggests this level of population density is around 1,409 persons per square kilometer. This figure exceeds the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was primarily responsible for driving population growth in Farmborough Heights during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, Farmborough Heights' population is expected to decline by 14 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are anticipated to grow, notably the 25 to 34 age group, which is projected to expand by 92 people during this period.

The level of residential development activity in Farmborough Heights is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Farmborough Heights shows approximately 8 dwellings receiving development approval annually over the past five financial years ending FY26. This totals an estimated 43 homes. By FY26, 3 approvals had been recorded. The population decline in recent years has resulted in adequate development activity relative to other areas, benefiting buyers.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $502,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY26, $10.9 million in commercial approvals were registered, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Rest of NSW, Farmborough Heights has shown substantially reduced construction, at 68.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. The area's construction level is also lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. Recent construction in Farmborough Heights comprises 50.0% standalone homes and 50.0% medium and high-density housing. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points, suiting downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition of 96.0% houses, indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. With approximately 557 people per approval, Farmborough Heights shows a mature, established area with stable or declining population projections. This should result in reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Farmborough Heights 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 has identified six projects that could affect this region. Notable projects include Stockland Forest Reach - Huntley, Farmborough Road Large Lot Subdivision, Waples Road Residential Subdivision, and Ribbonwood Residential Development. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Farmborough Heights has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 5.7% as of December 2025. This rate is 1.8% higher than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Farmborough Heights is high at 71.6%, compared to Regional NSW's 61.3%. According to Census responses, 32.7% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment concentrations are in health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Manufacturing stands out with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.2% of local workers, below Regional NSW's 5.3%.

The area seems to offer limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the discrepancy between working population and resident population counts. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 0.3%, labour force by 0.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 1.2% and labour force decline by 0.8%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years nationally. Applying these projections to Farmborough Heights' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released on 30 June 2023, Farmborough Heights had a median income among taxpayers of $65,758 and an average income of $82,736. These figures are significantly higher than national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 in Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from financial year 2023 to September 2025, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $71,584 and an average income of around $90,066 in Farmborough Heights. Census data indicates that incomes in Farmborough Heights cluster around the 72nd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 35.2% of residents (1,508 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which is similar to the regional average of 29.9%. Higher earners make up a substantial portion of the population with 32.1% earning over $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 87.3% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile nationally.

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

In Farmborough Heights, as per the latest Census, 95.6% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.4% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Regional NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Farmborough Heights stood at 38.4%, similar to Regional NSW's figure. Of the remaining dwellings, 48.5% were mortgaged and 13.0% were rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,008, higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Farmborough Heights was $450, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Farmborough Heights's mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

Farmborough Heights features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 82.8% of all households, including 42.1% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.2%, with lone person households at 15.9% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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

Educational attainment in Farmborough Heights is notably high, with 28.0% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications, compared to 16.9% in the SA3 area and 21.3% in Rest of NSW. Bachelor degrees are most common at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 40.8% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificates at 28.1%. Educational participation is high, with 29.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.4% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Farmborough Heights has 38 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 20 different routes that together facilitate 248 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents on average located just 149 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area, with cars being the dominant mode of transport at 96%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents, 32.7%, work from home, which may be partly due to COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages 35 trips per day, equating to roughly six weekly trips per individual stop.

Farmborough Heights's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data for Farmborough Heights shows positive outcomes overall. Mortality rates and health conditions are similar to national averages.

Common health conditions are less prevalent here compared to the general population but higher among older adults at risk. Private health cover is exceptionally high, with 60% of residents having it, compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW. The most common conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.0% each. 67.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Working-age population health outcomes are typical. Farmborough Heights has 17.8% of residents aged 65 and over (762 people), lower than Regional NSW's 23.4%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Farmborough Heights records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Farmborough Heights' cultural diversity aligns with the broader region's average. 82.0% of its population were born in Australia, 91.0% are citizens, and 87.5% speak English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Farmborough Heights, accounting for 59.2%, slightly higher than Regional NSW's 55.9%.

The top three ancestral groups are Australian (26.8%), English (25.0%), and Scottish (7.4%). Notably, Macedonian (2.7%) and Serbian (1.0%) populations in Farmborough Heights exceed the regional averages of 0.4% and 0.2%, respectively. Hungarian representation is also higher at 0.4%.

Farmborough Heights's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Farmborough Heights 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 0-4 age group comprises 8.1% of the population in Farmborough Heights, higher than Regional NSW's percentage. Conversely, the 75-84 cohort makes up 5.3%, which is lower than Regional NSW's figure. According to the 2021 Census, the 35-44 age group has increased from 13.0% to 14.2%. However, the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 11.7% to 10.2%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 13.5% to 12.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling indicates significant changes in Farmborough Heights' age profile. The 25-34 group is projected to grow by 13 people, reaching 624 from 552. Meanwhile, population declines are anticipated for the 45-54 and 5-14 cohorts.