Glenmore Park

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

The population of the Glenmore Park statistical area (Lv2) was estimated at 26,235 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,214 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 25,021. The growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 26,114, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 297 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,696 persons per square kilometer, placing Glenmore Park (SA2) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 4.9% since census is within 1.4 percentage points of the SA4 region's growth rate of 6.3%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Natural growth contributed approximately 63.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Glenmore Park (SA2).

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, 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. Future population trends project an above median growth for the area, with Glenmore Park (SA2) expected to grow by 5,145 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 17.4% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Glenmore Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Glenmore Park has received around 80 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 403 homes. As of FY-26, 20 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.9 new residents arrive per new home annually between FY-21 and FY-25.

Commercial approvals registered this financial year amount to $349.3 million. Relative to Greater Sydney, Glenmore Park shows approximately half the construction activity per person, placing it among the 30th percentile nationally. New development consists of 64.0% detached houses and 36.0% medium and high-density housing. Future projections estimate Glenmore Park will add 4,566 residents by 2041.

Future projections show Glenmore Park adding 4,566 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers could encounter growing competition as population increases.

Glenmore Park 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 identified seven projects likely impacting the area. Key projects are Highland Views, Glenmore Village, Everdene, and Mulgoa Road Upgrade from Glenmore Parkway to Jeanette Street. The following details projects likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Glenmore Park performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Glenmore Park has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 1.2%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, there are 15,603 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.9% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Glenmore Park is at 73.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Public administration & safety has notably high employment levels, at 1.6 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical employs only 5.3% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.9%, with a 3.5% employment decline, leading to a fall in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Glenmore Park's employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to its current employment mix.

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 2023 shows that median income in Glenmore Park is $64,373 and average income is $82,112. 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% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $70,076 (median) and $89,387 (average). Census 2021 income data ranks Glenmore Park between the 82nd and 91st percentiles nationally. The largest segment of residents earns $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, comprising 36.6% (9,602 residents), similar to the metropolitan region's 30.9%. Notably, 39.2% earn above $3,000/week. Housing costs consume 16.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 90th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Glenmore Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.7% houses and 9.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 77.4% houses and 22.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenmore Park was at 23.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 54.0% and rented ones at 22.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,400, above Sydney metro's average of $2,167. Median weekly rent in Glenmore Park was $480, higher than Sydney metro's $400. Nationally, Glenmore Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,400 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 86.9% of all households, including 51.2% couples with children, 21.6% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 13.1%, with lone person households at 11.8% and group households comprising 1.3% of the total. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.8.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 23.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 37.2% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 25.6%. Educational participation is high, with 32.4% currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.6% in primary, 9.5% in secondary, and 4.6% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.6% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 4.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Glenmore Park has 150 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 58 different routes that together facilitate 1,269 weekly passenger trips. The transport system in Glenmore Park is highly accessible, with residents on average being located just 176 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 181 trips across all routes, which translates to roughly 8 weekly trips per individual stop.

Glenmore Park's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis shows Glenmore Park's health metrics are strong, particularly for younger cohorts with low prevalence of common conditions. Private health cover is high at approximately 59% (15,567 people), compared to 55.2% in Greater Sydney.

The most common conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.8% and 7.4% respectively. 73.7% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than Greater Sydney's 69.5%. Glenmore Park has 10.7% (2,807 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Sydney's 14.1%.

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

Glenmore Park had a cultural diversity index above average, with 21.2% of its population born overseas and 17.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Glenmore Park, comprising 63.1% of the population, compared to 57.9% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (27.2%), English (23.7%), and Other (9.8%).

Notably, Maltese (3.0%) was overrepresented in Glenmore Park compared to the regional average of 2.9%. Similarly, Filipino (2.2%) and Croatian (0.8%) populations were higher than their respective regional averages of 2.1% and 0.7%.

Glenmore Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Glenmore Park's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glenmore Park has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 years (15.4%), but fewer residents aged 25-34 years (12.7%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population of those aged 75-84 has grown from 2.1% to 3.3%. Conversely, the population of those aged 5-14 has declined from 16.3% to 15.4%. By 2041, Glenmore Park's demographic is forecasted to change significantly. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 89%, adding 773 residents to reach a total of 1,639. In contrast, the 0-4 age group is projected to grow minimally by just 9% (182 people).