Suburb profile · Rest of NSW
Grenfell has an estimated 2,543 residents, down 2.2% since the 2021 Census, with 77 projects tracked in the area around Grenfell.
Updated 27 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 177 kilometres north-northwest from Canberra CBD, the suburb of Grenfell is distinguished by its picturesque rural setting, rich gold rush heritage, and celebrated status as the birthplace of poet Henry Lawson. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Grenfell has an estimated resident population (ERP) of around 2,543 based on quarterly address file updates and annual SA2-level data, reflecting minimal change from the 2,600 people recorded at the 2021 Census. While overall expansion patterns remain limited, residential property dynamics are defined by high rates of outright home ownership, strong affordability, and above-average sales activity relative to its population size.
Demographically, the community is characterised by a high proportion of mature and retirement-aged residents, featuring an elevated presence of people aged 75 to 84 as well as those 85 and over, alongside a smaller median household size and a predominance of lone person households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,601 in 2006 and 2,541 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,543 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 16.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 29.7%.
Grenfell ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 73rd for sales activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Grenfell is $361 a week, up 12.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 38% below Rest of NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.7%.
38% below Rest of NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $229 in 2019, $299 in 2025. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155 Burrangong Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $225,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 89 Lynchs Lane, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $1,700,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 45 East Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $550,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 31 Weddin Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $300,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 27 Forbes Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $387,500 | 25 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Cross Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $245,000 | 25 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 45 Wood Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $385,000 | 4 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 5272 Mid Western Highway, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $775,000 | 24 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 3/26 Brundah Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $390,000 | 23 Jul 2026 | Unit |
| 37 Rose Street, Grenfell NSW 2810 | $550,000 | 21 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 43 residential sales recorded since 17 Dec 2025 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 43, houses and units together, was $385,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $361 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +12.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $388k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $360k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $385,000 | Median of the 43 most recent residential sales, settled 17 Dec 2025 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, Lachlan Valley | $408 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lachlan Valley, over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central West | $514 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central West, over 12 months | +6.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rest of NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 61 tracked applications: 16 approved, 11 under assessment, 34 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 77 projects in and around Grenfell, 24 of them under construction.
A rolling program of safety upgrades along the Olympic Highway corridor.
Upgrade of Rockdale Road to enable B-Double access into the Young industrial area, extending to the emergency services facility (SES and…
Prestige industrial land subdivision creating 10 fully serviced lots for industrial, warehousing, and logistics uses, with concrete paved…
Hilltops Council is undertaking comprehensive stormwater drainage and flood mitigation infrastructure upgrades across the Young township.
The project involves reconstructing the pavement on Thornhill Street due to failures, deformation, and end of useful life.
Replacement of the existing sewage treatment plant with a modern 12,000 EP facility to enhance treatment processes and enable reuse of…
The project delivered a new 2.5-storey joint use library and community facility integrated with Young High School and Carrington Park.
New land development by Mellross Communities off Hills Street, Young.
Duplication of existing bridge along Henry Lawson Way in Young to improve connectivity for surrounding towns, increase load limits and…
A lifestyle residential estate with 14 large lots ranging from 5 to 8.5 acres on 37.56 hectares, offering creek frontage on five lots…
Apollo Fabrication Group is undertaking a staged expansion of its structural steel manufacturing operations in Young.
Chardonnay Hills Estate is a residential subdivision located on the northwest side of Cowra Township in New South Wales, offering 66…
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Estimated completion year of the 39 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 10, 2026 12, 2027 5, 2028 4, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 17 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 61 substantial development applications lodged in and around Grenfell over the past 5 years, 36 in the last 12 months; 11 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 6, 2023 6, 2024 6, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 36.
Key application 111 Cowra Road, Grenfell Commercial | $2.4m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 61 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 11 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Grenfell area has seen 5 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Grenfell's current population of 2,543 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Grenfell has seen 0.07 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.56 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 567 people in the suburb of Grenfell, compared to one for every 183 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Grenfell's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 3, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of Grenfell has seen 17 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Grenfell include: Inland Rail - Stockinbingal to Parkes (Construction); Inland Rail - Illabo to Stockinbingal (Construction); Olympic Highway Safety Improvements (Construction); NSW Heavy Vehicle Rest Stops Program (TfNSW) (Construction); and NSW Inland Rail Interface Improvements (Proposed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Grenfell spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Energy, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the suburb of Grenfell, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within the broader region.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Grenfell demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Grenfell is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,543 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,600 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 877.97 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Grenfell was estimated to be approximately 2,543 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,541 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Grenfell has lost approximately 57 people and shown a 2.19% decrease from the 2,600 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Grenfell is estimated at 2 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Grenfell has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Grenfell is driven by: Overseas migration (86.0%), Interstate migration (14.000000000000002%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 86.0% of overall population gains.
Grenfell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 54 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 34.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 42.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 54 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Grenfell at 54 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 54 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 54 years as at August 2026, Grenfell is 11 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 16 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Grenfell compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 13.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Grenfell compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Grenfell show significant variance compared to the Regional NSW region. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (5.2% vs 2.9%) and 75-84 year-olds (13.0% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.9% of the population in the suburb of Grenfell as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 34.9% of the population in the suburb of Grenfell as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $42,010 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $50,335 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $991 | 2021 Census, weekly | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $554 | 2021 Census, weekly | 7th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 7.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,370 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 40.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Grenfell is approximately $46,345. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $42,010.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Grenfell is approximately $55,530. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $50,335.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Grenfell is approximately $46,345 compared to $57,797 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $42,010 and $52,390 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Grenfell is approximately $55,530 compared to $71,945 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $50,335 and $65,215 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~29.7% / 755 persons) of the suburb of Grenfell's population is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Grenfell is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 29.7% of the population. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Grenfell is $991/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Grenfell is $1,370/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Grenfell is $554/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the suburb of Grenfell had a median income among taxpayers of $42,010 with the average level standing at $50,335. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $46,345 (median) and $55,530 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Grenfell is $3,831 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Grenfell's disposable income is $3,831 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.7%, Grenfell has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 54.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,156 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,117 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,201 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Grenfell has approximately 1,156 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.7%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement, though the very low unemployment rate of 3.7% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Grenfell stands at 3.7%, which is broadly in line with Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Grenfell is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (22.9% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.6%), and retail trade (9.9%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Grenfell has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Grenfell is 54.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Grenfell shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 22.9% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The suburb of Grenfell's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. However, the low unemployment rate of 3.7% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.4% growth, ranking 7th out of 37 regions nationally.
Grenfell faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
13.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Grenfell have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the broader region.
47.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Grenfell have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% regionally.
The suburb of Grenfell ranks in the 22th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Grenfell are: Certificate (30.5%), Bachelor Degree (9.7%), Advanced Diploma (8.9%).
24.6% of the population in the suburb of Grenfell is currently engaged in formal education, with 8.2% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 2.5% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Grenfell is 974, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Grenfell, with a combined enrollment of approximately 424 students.
The suburb of Grenfell includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Grenfell features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 36.3% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,122 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,097 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 61.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.2 per family | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Grenfell had 1,122 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 2.2% to an estimated 1,097 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Grenfell is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 61.2% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (36.3%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.1%).
Among the 686 family households, 18.8% are couples with children, 31.9% are couples without children at home, and 8.6% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Grenfell shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 36.3% (versus 27.9% regionally). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 61.2% compared to the regional 68.8%. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Grenfell have an average of 2.2 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 36.3% of all households in the suburb of Grenfell, higher than the regional average of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.4% of households, well below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Grenfell placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 98.2% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
Grenfell was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.8% of its population being citizens, 93.6% born in Australia, and 98.2% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Grenfell was found to be Christianity, which makes up 70.4% of people in Grenfell. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Grenfell are English, comprising 36.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 30.5%, Australian, comprising 34.4% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 3.2% of Grenfell (vs 4.6% regionally), Scottish at 7.4% (vs 8.0%) and New Zealand at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
6.4% of the suburb of Grenfell population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% regionally.
1.8% of the population in the suburb of Grenfell speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in the wider region.
3.2% of the suburb of Grenfell population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in the region.
91.8% of the suburb of Grenfell population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Grenfell is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 52.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 92.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $200 | 2021 Census, weekly | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Grenfell, 52.8% of homes are owned outright, 25.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 92.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Grenfell are houses.
In the suburb of Grenfell, 4.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Grenfell stands at 52.8%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Grenfell is $1,083, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Grenfell is $463, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Grenfell, households with mortgages typically spend 25.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Grenfell is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Grenfell shows mortgage holders spending 25.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% regionally), while renters spend 20.2% of income on rent (vs 23.0% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Grenfell consists of 92.1% detached houses, 3.1% semi-detached dwellings, 4.1% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Grenfell consumes approximately 10.8% of median household income ($4,291 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Health performance in Grenfell is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.9% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
Around 46.9% of people in the suburb of Grenfell are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 51.9% in the broader region of Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Grenfell, 8.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.0% of people in the suburb of Grenfell are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the suburb of Grenfell population, while in the surrounding region, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.8% of people in the suburb of Grenfell have heart disease. Across the region of Regional NSW, 4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Grenfell, 46.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 51.9%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 42 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 184 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 146 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 14 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 184 public transport stops within the suburb of Grenfell.
The suburb of Grenfell has 146 weekly trips across 17 routes, averaging 20 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 160 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 2.4 km away and the nearest child care centre 2.8 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 184 stops nearby (182 bus and 2 train), 146 weekly trips, access rating 42 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 18 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 18th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 46.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 46.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 46.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 46.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 48.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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The level of residential development activity in Grenfell is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Grenfell has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 15% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Grenfell's affordable property market has recorded 83 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 76% residential, 18% commercial and 6% vacant land transactions.
Grenfell is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Grenfell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 3% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
Despite maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.7%, Grenfell has experienced recent job losses, resulting in a below average employment performance ranking when compared nationally.
Grenfell faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Grenfell features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
The latest Census data sees Grenfell placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Grenfell is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Grenfell is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Grenfell has an estimated 2,543 residents, down 2.2% since the 2021 Census, with 77 projects tracked in the area around Grenfell.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 27 Aug 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Grenfell.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2023. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 28 Aug 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL11782). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2023). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Grenfell from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Grenfell with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.