Glenroy (Albury - NSW)

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

As per ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the estimated population of Glenroy (Albury - NSW) is around 3,586 as of Feb 2026. This figure represents an increase of 58 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,528. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 3,519 following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024, along with an additional 97 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 444 persons per square kilometer. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 58% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 utilized. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of locations outside capital cities, with Glenroy expected to expand by 897 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of approximately 24% over the 17-year period.

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

Glenroy averaged approximately 16 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 82 homes were approved, with a further 9 approved in FY-26 to date. Over these five financial years, an average of 0.8 people moved to the area for each dwelling built, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand.

The average construction value of new homes was $432,000, which is higher than regional norms, suggesting quality-focused development. This year, Glenroy has seen $3.0 million in commercial approvals, reflecting its primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Glenroy shows approximately 64% of construction activity per person and ranks among the 71st percentile nationally.

Recent construction comprises 87.0% detached houses and 13.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character. With around 186 people per approval, Glenroy reflects a low-density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Glenroy is forecasted to gain 857 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects that could affect the area. Notable ones include Glenroy Aboriginal Affordable Housing Project, Hume Retirement Resort - Unit 193 (Lot 712) Dwelling & Garage, Lavington Swim Centre Redevelopment, and Bright Steps Academy Lavington. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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

Glenroy's skilled workforce includes high representation from essential services sectors. The area had an unemployment rate of 4.3% in the past year with estimated employment growth of 1.2%. As of September 2025, Glenroy has 2,003 residents employed and an unemployment rate of 4.8%, which is 0.5% higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Glenroy stands at 70.2%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Census data reveals that 9.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Glenroy specializes in manufacturing with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 0.8% of local workers compared to Rest of NSW's 5.3%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels in Glenroy increased by 1.2%, while the labour force grew by 1.8%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment contract by 0.5% over the same period, with a slight fall in labour force and an unemployment increase of 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Glenroy's local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years based on industry-specific projections applied to the area's current employment mix.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on 30 June 2023, Glenroy had a median income among taxpayers of $55,453 and an average level of $69,484. This is higher than the national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively for Rest of NSW. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $60,366 (median) and $75,640 (average) as of September 2025. The 2021 Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Glenroy rank modestly, between the 38th and 41st percentiles. In Glenroy, 34.3% of the population (1,229 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the surrounding region where 29.9% occupy this bracket. Housing costs are manageable with 87.1% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 42nd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Glenroy's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 88.0% houses and 12.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenroy was at 39.1%, aligning with Non-Metro NSW's level, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (34.5%) or rented (26.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Glenroy was $1,473, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733 and significantly below the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Glenroy was recorded at $315, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330 and substantially below the national figure of $375.

Glenroy features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 70.3% of all households, consisting of 26.1% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 11.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 29.7%, with lone person households at 26.0% and group households comprising 3.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of NSW.

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

The area's university qualification rate was 20.8%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees were the most common, at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Trade and technical skills were prominent, with 38.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (26.8%).

Educational participation was high, with 26.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This included 8.8% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Glenroy has 47 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 20 different routes that together facilitate 447 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents on average located 181 meters from the nearest stop. Glenroy is predominantly residential, and most residents commute outward using private vehicles, which remain the dominant mode of transportation at 96%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in the area. According to the 2021 Census, only 9% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, an average of 63 trips per day is maintained, resulting in approximately 9 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Glenroy are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Glenroy's health indicators show below-average outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population, around 1,950 people, compared to 51.9% across Rest of NSW. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 10.1 and 9.1% of residents respectively. 62.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 25.7% of residents aged 65 and over, around 921 people, which is higher than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Glenroy ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Glenroy had a cultural diversity below average, with 87.8% of its population born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 92.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 56.0% of Glenroy's population, compared to 55.9% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were English (31.1%), Australian (28.2%), and Irish (9.7%).

Notably, German ethnicity was overrepresented at 5.6%, Dutch at 1.5%, and Scottish at 8.2%.

Glenroy hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Glenroy's median age was 45 years in 2021, slightly higher than Rest of NSW's median age of 43 and considerably older than Australia's national norm of 38. The 65-74 cohort was notably over-represented in Glenroy at 13.6%, compared to the Rest of NSW average, while the 5-14 year-olds were under-represented at 10.5%. Between 2021 and the present, the 25-34 age group has grown from 10.4% to 11.7% of Glenroy's population, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 10.5% to 11.6%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 13.5% to 11.6%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Glenroy's age profile will evolve significantly. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to expand by 174 people (42%), growing from 419 to 594. In contrast, the 55-64 cohort shows minimal growth of just 2% (8 people).