Glenwood (NSW)

Glenwood is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

The population of the suburb of Glenwood (NSW) is estimated to be around 15,984 as of May 2026. This figure reflects a growth of 155 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 15,829. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of six new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,121 persons per square kilometer, placing Glenwood in the upper quartile relative to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 74.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For future projections until 2041, AreaSearch is utilizing 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 released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Based on these aggregations, Glenwood is anticipated to increase by 225 persons by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 1.4% over the 16-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Glenwood has experienced around 8 dwellings receiving development approval annually. Approximately 40 homes have been approved over the past 5 financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, with an additional 2 approved so far in FY-26. The population has declined in recent years, suggesting that new supply has likely kept up with demand, offering good choice to buyers.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $654,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. There have also been $100,000 in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Sydney, Glenwood records markedly lower building activity, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. This limited new supply is also under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent development has been entirely comprised of standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

Glenwood reflects a highly mature market, with around 2290 people per dwelling approval. Future projections show Glenwood adding 225 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Glenwood 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 33 projects that may impact this region. Notable ones include Norwest City, Norwest Private Hospital, Norwest Quarter, and Essentia Smart Townhomes by Mulpha Norwest. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Glenwood rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Glenwood has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 1.5% as of an unspecified past year, with estimated employment growth of 2.9%. As of December 2025, there were 10,353 residents employed, and the unemployment rate was 2.6% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Glenwood was 80.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 51.6% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. Finance & insurance had notably high employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

In contrast, construction employed only 5.8% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 8.6%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Over a 12-month period ending in an unspecified month, employment increased by 2.9%, while the labour force grew by 2.7%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. In Greater Sydney during this same period, employment rose by 2.2%, the labour force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 projected overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Glenwood's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not consider localised population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that median income in Glenwood is $63,726, with an average income of $77,044. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $70,303 (median) and $84,995 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, Glenwood's household incomes rank at the 97th percentile ($3,068 weekly). Income distribution shows that 31.7% of locals earn over $4000 per week (5,066 people), unlike regional trends where 30.9% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. A substantial proportion, 51.5%, earn above $3,000 weekly, indicating strong economic capacity in the suburb. Housing accounts for 14.6% of income, with residents ranking at the 97th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Glenwood, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.4% houses and 2.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenwood was at 24.9%, with the rest being mortgaged (55.3%) or rented (19.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Glenwood was $2,600, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Weekly rent in Glenwood was $590, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Glenwood's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 91.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children (64.0%), couples without children (17.6%), and single parent families (9.3%). Non-family households make up 8.2%, with lone person households at 7.0% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 3.5 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Glenwood's educational attainment exceeds broader standards, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational pathways comprise 23.9% of qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (13.4%). Educational participation is high, with 34.1% currently enrolled in formal education: 11.0% in primary, 10.3% in secondary, and 7.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 34.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 10.3% in secondary education, and 7.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 98 active transport stops in Glenwood, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 38 different routes, collectively providing 5625 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 174 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode at 81%, followed by train at 9% and bus at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 51.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 803 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 57 weekly trips per individual stop.

Glenwood's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Glenwood's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups (17th April 2023). Private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (~9,168 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney (1st March 2023).

The most common medical conditions are asthma and diabetes, affecting 6.1 and 5.6% of residents respectively, while 77.7% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney (18th February 2023). Glenwood has 12.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,934 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population (15th January 2023).

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

Glenwood has one of the most culturally diverse populations in the country, with 54.7% speaking a language other than English at home and 51.0% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 43.8% of Glenwood's population. However, the category 'Other' is significantly overrepresented at 12.2%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 1.4%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups are Other (23.9%), Indian (17.4%), and Australian (13.1%). Notably, Filipino (4.9%) and Sri Lankan (1.5%) groups are overrepresented in Glenwood compared to regional averages of 2.0% and 0.3%, respectively, while Spanish is slightly overrepresented at 0.8%.

Glenwood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Glenwood's median age is 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38. The 15-24 age group constitutes 18.2% of Glenwood's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage but lower than the national average of 12.7%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 15.4% to 18.2%, while the 75-84 cohort grew from 2.7% to 4.2%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort decreased from 15.9% to 13.5%, and the 35-44 group dropped from 16.8% to 14.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Glenwood's age structure. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 257% (from 143 to 513 people), with those aged 65 and above accounting for 80% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.