Googong

Googong 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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Googong is around 9,892, reflecting a growth of 2,448 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 32.9% rise from the previous population count of 7,444. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 9,814 following an examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with validation of an additional 1,203 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 137 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's growth rate exceeded that of its SA4 region (5.2%) and the Rest of NSW, marking it as a significant growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and overseas migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. These projections predict exceptional growth for Googong over the period from 2026 to 2041, placing it in the top 10 percent of Australia's non-metropolitan areas. According to these projections, the suburb is expected to expand by 11,160 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 112.0% in total over the 17-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Googong has recorded approximately 261 residential properties granted approval per year. Around 1,306 homes were approved over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25.

Additionally, 91 homes have been approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 3.2 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed annually over these five years. The supply of dwellings is lagging behind demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. Developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties, as new dwellings are developed at an average value of $496,000. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Googong shows 350.0% higher new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. This activity reflects strong developer confidence in the area and is well above the national average.

Recent construction comprises 66.0% standalone homes and 34.0% medium and high-density housing. The increasing blend of attached housing types caters to various price ranges, from spacious family homes to more affordable compact options. This represents a significant change from the current housing mix, which is currently 95.0% houses. Googong reflects a developing area with approximately 32 people per approval. Future projections show Googong adding around 11,082 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Googong has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. Eighteen projects identified by AreaSearch may impact the region. Notable initiatives comprise Googong Hotel, Googong Township, Winona Googong, and Googong Convenience Centre, with subsequent details focusing on most relevant projects.

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The exceptional employment performance in Googong places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Googong has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 0.3%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation as of December 2025. There are 5,706 residents employed, with the unemployment rate being 3.6% lower than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Googong stands at 81.4%, surpassing Regional NSW's 61.3%. Census responses indicate that only 12.0% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction sectors. Googong shows strong specialization in public administration & safety, employing 4.6 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance employs only 10.7% of local workers, lower than Regional NSW's 16.9%. The predominantly residential area seems to offer limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the Census working population count versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Googong's labour force decreased by 3.7%, with employment declining by the same percentage, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced an employment decline of 1.2% and a labour force decline of 0.8%, with unemployment rising by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Googong's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

The suburb of Googong has one of the highest income levels nationally, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for the financial year ended 30 June 2023. In Googong, the median income among taxpayers was $90,997, with an average income of $107,287. These figures compare to Regional NSW's median and average incomes of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since the financial year ended 30 June 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $99,059 (median) and $116,793 (average), as of September 2025. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Googong rank highly nationally, between the 98th and 99th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 35.1% of locals (3,472 people) fall into the $4000+ category, differing from regional patterns where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 29.9%. Higher earners make up a substantial presence in Googong, with 59.7% exceeding $3,000 weekly, suggesting strong purchasing power within the community. Housing accounts for 15.1% of income, while residents rank highly for disposable income, placing them in the 98th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Googong, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 94.6% houses and 5.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Googong was at 12.8%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (68.9%) or rented (18.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,600, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $525. Nationally, Googong's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, as of 2021 data, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375 for the same period.

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

Family households constitute 90.6% of all households, including 55.6% couples with children, 26.8% couples without children, and 7.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 9.4%, with lone person households at 8.7% and group households making up 0.8%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Googong demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Googong is notably high, with 37.1% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications as of the latest data. This compares to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 24.1% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 35.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 14.5% and certificates for 21.2%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 12.3% in primary education, 6.9% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Googong has 36 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 17 different routes that together facilitate 368 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents located an average of 438 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outside Googong, and cars remain the primary mode of transport at 96%. On average, there are 2.0 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 12% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 52 trips per day, resulting in approximately 10 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Googong is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Googong shows superior health outcomes, as per AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions among its general population is low but exceeds the national average for older, high-risk cohorts. Approximately 69% of Googong's total population (6,844 people) has private health cover, significantly higher than Regional NSW's 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 8.3 and 8.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 75.0% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to Regional NSW's 63.3%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has a lower proportion of residents aged 65 and over, with 5.8% (573 people), compared to Regional NSW's 23.4%. However, this percentage is higher than the national average for broader populations.

In terms of cultural diversity, Googong records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Googong's cultural diversity was above average, with 19.3% of its population born overseas and 17.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the main religion in Googong, comprising 53.1% of people. The most notable overrepresentation was in Other religions, which comprised 2.3% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW.

In terms of ancestry, Australian was the top group at 29.6%, followed by English at 23.3%, notably lower than the regional average of 30.5%. Other ancestry made up 8.4% of Googong's population. Some ethnic groups were notably overrepresented: Hungarian at 0.5% (vs 0.2%), Macedonian at 1.6% (vs 0.4%), and Serbian at 0.8% (vs 0.2%).

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

The median age in Googong is 32 years, which is notably lower than Regional NSW's average of 43 and also substantially under the Australian median of 38. Relative to Regional NSW, Googong has a higher concentration of 35 - 44 year-olds at 21.7%, but fewer 65 - 74 year-olds at 3.7%. This 35 - 44 age group concentration is well above the national average of 14.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 19.8% to 21.7% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort increased from 15.9% to 17.6%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group declined from 18.8% to 15.2%, and the 0 to 4 age group dropped from 12.1% to 10.8%. By 2041, Googong is expected to see significant shifts in its age composition. Leading this demographic shift, the 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 235%, reaching 5,032 people from 1,503. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 age group is expected to contract by 98 residents.