Gillieston Heights

Gillieston Heights lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of November 2025, Gillieston Heights' population is estimated at approximately 5,619, reflecting a 17.2% increase since the 2021 Census which reported 4,796 people. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 5,401 residents based on ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and an additional 434 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 476 persons per square kilometer. Gillieston Heights' growth exceeds both the non-metro area's 5.1% and the state average, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 79.0% to overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and overseas migration also being positive factors. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for SA2 areas released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2-level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, Gillieston Heights is projected to grow exceptionally, placing it in the top 10 percent of Australia's regional areas, with an expected increase of 4,321 persons to 2041, reflecting a 72.4% total increase over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Gillieston Heights was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Gillieston Heights recorded approximately 110 residential properties approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Around 554 homes were approved between financial years FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 76 approved in FY-26. On average, each dwelling constructed over these five years accommodated 1.8 new residents per year. However, this figure has moderated to 0.8 people per dwelling over the past two financial years.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $321,000, which is below the regional average. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $64.4 million, indicating high local commercial activity. Compared to Rest of NSW, Gillieston Heights has 83.0% more construction activity per person. Recent construction comprises 50.0% standalone homes and 50.0% medium and high-density housing, reflecting a shift from the current housing mix of 86.0% houses. The location has approximately 39 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate Gillieston Heights will gain 4,070 residents by 2041, with building activity keeping pace with growth projections, although buyers may face increased competition as the population grows.

Population forecasts indicate Gillieston Heights will gain 4,070 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

Gillieston Heights 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 three projects likely impacting the area: Ravensfield Estate Farley, The Loxford Estate, Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041, and Maitland Mental Health Rehabilitation Project.

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The employment landscape in Gillieston Heights presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.7%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Gillieston Heights has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025, there are 2,679 employed residents, matching Rest of NSW's 3.7% unemployment rate. Workforce participation stands at 73.3%, higher than Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area has a notable concentration in mining, with employment levels at 2.9 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 0.7% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 5.3%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work, indicated by Census working population to local population counts. Between June 2024 and June 2025, the labour force decreased by 4.2%, with employment declining by 4.8%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw an employment decline of 0.1% and labour force growth of 0.3%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Gillieston Heights' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

Gillieston Heights had a median taxpayer income of $62,697 and an average income of $77,797 in the financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is notably higher than the national figures for Rest of NSW, which had a median income of $49,459 and an average income of $62,998 during the same period. By September 2025, estimates suggest that median income in Gillieston Heights would be approximately $70,603 and average income around $87,607, based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 12.61% since financial year 2022. Census data indicates that incomes in Gillieston Heights cluster around the 68th percentile nationally. Specifically, 41.5% of the population (2,331 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort represents 29.9%. High housing costs consume 18.0% of income in Gillieston Heights. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 61st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Gillieston Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Gillieston Heights' dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 85.6% houses and 14.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). Non-Metro NSW had 87.1% houses and 13.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gillieston Heights was 19.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.4% and rented at 38.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, higher than Non-Metro NSW's $1,862. Median weekly rent was $430, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $375. Nationally, Gillieston Heights' mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher at $430 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 79.2% of all households, including 38.4% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.8%, with lone person households at 18.6% and group households making up 2.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Gillieston Heights aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 16.5%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 45.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 11.2% and certificates make up 33.9%.

Educational participation is high at 31.5%, including 12.6% in primary education, 5.9% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education. The area has two schools serving 371 students: Gillieston Public School and The Heights Learning Community. These schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby due to limited local school capacity (6.6 places per 100 residents vs the regional average of 17.6).

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

The analysis of public transport in Gillieston Heights shows that there are currently 28 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 21 individual routes providing service to these locations. The combined weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 258.

The accessibility of transport in Gillieston Heights is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 201 meters from the nearest transport stop. On average, there are about 36 trips per day across all routes, which equates to roughly 9 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Gillieston Heights is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Gillieston Heights faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts. Approximately 58% (~3,239 people) have private health cover, higher than the 52.8% average in Rest of NSW.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 12.2 and 9.7% of residents respectively. About 66.8% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in Rest of NSW. As of June 20XX, 8.9% (500 people) of residents are aged 65 and over, lower than the 15.4% average in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to specific challenges faced by this age group.

Gillieston Heights is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Gillieston Heights' cultural diversity was found to be below average. As of the census, 90.2% of its population were born in Australia, 92.8% were citizens, and 92.8% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 48.3% of people adhering to it.

The most notable overrepresentation was in the 'Other' category, comprising 1.1% of the population compared to Rest of NSW's 0.7%. In terms of ancestry, Australian-born parents comprised 33.8%, English 30.1%, and Scottish 6.8%. Notably, Australian Aboriginals were overrepresented at 6.0% (vs regional 5.1%), Macedonians at 0.2% (vs 0.1%), and Maori at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).

Gillieston Heights hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Gillieston Heights has a median age of 30 years, which is considerably lower than the Rest of NSW average of 43 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of NSW, Gillieston Heights has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (21.9%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (5.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is well above the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 15.8% to 16.7% of the population, while the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 6.5% to 5.7%. Demographic modeling suggests that Gillieston Heights's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 25-34 cohort projected to grow strongly at 81%, adding 993 residents to reach a total of 2,224.