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 population of the suburb of Googong is estimated at around 9,892, reflecting an increase of 2,448 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 7,444. This growth represents a 32.9% increase over this period. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 9,814 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 1,203 validated 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 growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

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. Future population trends predict exceptional growth, placing the suburb in the top 10 percent of Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with an expected expansion of 11,115 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 111.5% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Googong recorded around 261 residential properties granted approval per year. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 1,306 homes were approved, with an additional 80 approved in FY-26 so far.

This indicates an average of 3.2 new residents arriving per dwelling constructed annually over these years. Supply is lagging demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. Developers are targeting the premium market segment, with new dwellings valued at an average of $496,000. Compared to Rest of NSW, Googong has 350.0% higher new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice and reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises 66.0% standalone homes and 34.0% medium and high-density housing, indicating a shift from the current housing mix of 95.0% houses. This change reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements.

With around 32 people per approval, Googong is a developing area projected to add 11,029 residents by 2041 according to AreaSearch's latest 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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Googong Hotel, Googong Township, Winona Googong, and Googong Convenience Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Googong has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 0.3%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, there are 5729 employed residents, with an unemployment rate 3.5% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Googong is high at 81.8%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Census responses indicate that 12.0% of residents work from home, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction. Googong shows strong specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 4.6 times the regional level, while health care & social assistance employs 10.7% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 16.9%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Googong's labour force decreased by 3.2%, with employment declining by 3.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of NSW recorded an employment decline of 0.5% and a labour force decline of 0.1%, 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 localised 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 financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Googong is $90,997, with an average income of $107,287. This compares to $52,390 and $65,215 respectively for Rest of NSW. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $99,059 (median) and $116,793 (average). The 2021 Census shows 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) earn $4000+ weekly, differing from regional patterns where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 29.9%. Higher earners make up a substantial presence, with 59.7% exceeding $3,000 weekly. Housing accounts for 15.1% of income, and residents rank within the 98th percentile for disposable income. The area'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

In Googong, as per the latest Census evaluation, 94.6% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 5.4% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Googong stood at 12.8%, with mortgaged properties at 68.9% and rented ones at 18.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in Googong was $525, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Googong's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,600 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher at $525 compared to the national figure of $375.

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, which is larger than the Rest of 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 higher than broader benchmarks. Specifically, 37.1% of residents aged 15 years and above hold university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 24.1% in the SA4 region. This indicates a significant educational advantage for Googong residents, potentially positioning them well for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 22.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%).

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 35.7% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 14.5% and certificates for 21.2%. Educational participation is notably high in Googong, with 32.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 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. The area's transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically residing 438 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Googong being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation at 96%. On average, there are 2.0 vehicles per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 12.0% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 52 trips per day, equating to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual 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 assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts. Approximately 69% of Googong's total population (6,844 people) have private health cover, significantly higher than the Rest of NSW's 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 8.3% and 8.1% of residents respectively, while 75.0% claim to be completely free from medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Working-age residents in Googong exhibit low chronic condition prevalence. The area has a lower proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 5.9% (583 people), compared to the Rest of NSW's 23.4%, but ranks lower nationally than the broader population.

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% born overseas and 17.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 53.1%. The 'Other' religious category was overrepresented in Googong at 2.3%, compared to Rest of NSW's 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, Australian was the highest group at 29.6%, followed by English at 23.3% (lower than the regional average of 30.5%) and Other at 8.4%. Hungarian, Macedonian, and Serbian groups were notably overrepresented in Googong compared to regional averages: 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 Rest of NSW's average of 43 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of NSW, Googong has a higher concentration of 35-44 year-olds at 21.7%, but fewer 65-74 year-olds at 3.8%. This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is well above the national average of 14.3%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of 35 to 44 year-olds has grown from 19.8% to 21.7%, while the 5 to 14 age group increased from 15.9% to 17.5%. 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 experience significant shifts in its age composition. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 234%, reaching 5,023 people from the current 1,503. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 age group is expected to decrease by 100 residents.