Girraween (NSW)

Population growth drivers in Girraween are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of February 2026, the population of the suburb of Girraween (NSW) is estimated at around 6,838. This reflects an increase of 582 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,256. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 6,497 in June 2024 and an additional 103 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 2,947 persons per square kilometer, placing Girraween in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 9.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 90.0% 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. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to increase by 485 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 2.1% in total over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Girraween recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Girraween recorded around 48 residential properties approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 240 homes were approved, with another 20 in FY-26 so far. The average population increase per dwelling over these five years was 0.6 people.

New supply has kept pace with or exceeded demand, offering ample buyer choice and potential for population growth beyond current forecasts. Average construction value of new properties is $545,000, indicating a focus on the premium market. In FY-26, there have been $7.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Girraween's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Girraween maintains comparable construction activity per person, though recent development has moderated.

New development comprises 33.0% detached dwellings and 67.0% townhouses or apartments, providing accessible entry options for various buyer types. The location has approximately 188 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Girraween will gain 144 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, creating good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of three projects that are likely to impact this particular area. Notable among these are the Westmead Health Precinct Redevelopment, Toongabbie Bridge and Wentworth Avenue Upgrade, M4 Smart Motorway, and Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead. The following list details those projects considered most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Girraween shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Girraween has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 4.8% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 4.0% over the past year. This is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

In December 2025, 3,492 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.6% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation stood at 75.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, 52.0% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries for employment among residents were professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance.

Girraween had a notably high concentration in finance & insurance, with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average. Conversely, construction was under-represented, with only 4.5% of Girraween's workforce compared to 8.6% in Greater Sydney. While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data comparing working population to local population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 4.0%, and labour force increased by 4.0%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged, according to AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas. This contrasts with Greater Sydney, where employment grew by 2.2%, labour force expanded by 2.3%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide further insight into potential future demand within Girraween. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Girraween's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, although these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Girraween had a median taxpayer income of $60,913 and an average of $73,878. These figures exceed the national averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively in Greater Sydney. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $66,310 (median) and $80,424 (average). Census data indicates household incomes rank at the 87th percentile ($2,378 weekly). Income distribution shows 30.7% of residents earn between $1,500 to $2,999 weekly, aligning with regional trends. Notably, 38.0% earn above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 16.9% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 84th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Girraween displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Girraween, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 45.7% houses and 54.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Girraween was at 22.2%, with the remainder being mortgaged (43.7%) or rented (34.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Girraween was $2,435, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Girraween was recorded at $460, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Girraween's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 83.6% of all households, consisting of 60.2% couples with children, 14.4% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 16.4%, with lone person households at 14.0% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Educational attainment in Girraween is notably high, with 52.3% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications. This compares to national figures of 30.4% for Australia and 32.2% for New South Wales (NSW). The area's educational advantage is evident in the types of qualifications held: Bachelor degrees are most common at 29.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 19.8%, and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational pathways account for 17.8% of qualifications among those aged 15+, with advanced diplomas making up 7.5% and certificates accounting for 10.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 36.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 16.8% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 4.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates 36 operational public transport stops in Girraween, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 35 distinct routes, facilitating a total of 1776 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically situated 143 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward; cars remain the primary mode at 72%, while trains account for 20%. Average vehicle ownership per dwelling stands at 1.1. Notably, 52% of residents work from home (2021 Census data).

Service frequency averages 253 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

Girraween'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 throughout Girraween. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were assessed by AreaSearch to be low among the general population, nearing the nation's average for older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover was found to be very high, with approximately 56% of the total population (~3,837 people) having it, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were diabetes and asthma, impacting 5.4 and 4.8% of residents respectively. 81.4% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. As of 2021, 11.4% of residents were aged 65 and over (779 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Girraween has a population where 64.7 percent were born overseas, with 76.3 percent speaking a language other than English at home. Hinduism is the predominant religion in Girraween, making up 54.9 percent of its population, which is significantly higher than the 5.2 percent average across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups in Girraween are Indian (32.2%), Other (31.2%), and English (7.8%).

These percentages are substantially higher or notably lower than their respective regional averages of 3.6%, 16.0%, and 19.0%. Additionally, there is notable overrepresentation of Sri Lankan (2.8% vs 0.3%), Maltese (3.3% vs 1.0%), and Lebanese (1.0% vs 2.6%) ethnic groups in Girraween compared to regional averages.

Girraween's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Girraween's median age in 2021 was 37 years, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38 years. The 35-44 age group made up 23.1% of Girraween's population in 2021, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage but lower than the national average of 14.3%. The 25-34 cohort constituted only 9.2% of Girraween's population during this period. Between 2021 and the present day, the 45 to 54 age group has increased from 10.8% to 12.4%, while the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 8.9% to 10.4%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group decreased from 10.6% to 9.2%, and the 35-44 group fell from 24.5% to 23.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Girraween's age structure. The 55-64 age group is expected to grow by 25%, reaching 755 people from the previous figure of 601. Notably, those aged 65 and above will account for 58% of this projected population growth. Meanwhile, both the 15-24 and 25-34 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.