Hamilton South

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

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Hamilton South is around 3,913, a decrease of 144 people (3.5%) since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 4,057. This estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, showing a resident population of 3,852 plus one validated new address since the Census date. The population density ratio is 3,288 persons per square kilometer, placing Hamilton South in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods. AreaSearch's projections for Hamilton South are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government SA2-level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered by the former data.

These projections indicate a population increase just below the median of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Hamilton South expected to expand by 404 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 17.1% in total over the 17 years.

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

Hamilton South has seen very limited development activity, averaging less than one approval per year over the past five years. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area, where housing needs typically drive development rather than broad market demand. Note that the small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Hamilton South shows significantly less construction activity compared to the Rest of NSW. Development levels are also below national averages.

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

Area infrastructure performance is significantly influenced by changes to local projects and initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 10 such projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Lingard Private Hospital Expansion, The Merewether Residences, Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements, and Rail Bridge Row Affordable Housing Development.

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Employment conditions in Hamilton South face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Hamilton South has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 7.6% in the past year, showing an estimated employment growth of 1.2%. As of September 2025, 2,015 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.8% higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation is high at 66.7%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Census data indicates that 34.8% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Hamilton South specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share twice the regional level, but agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.4%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the difference between working population and resident population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.2%, labour force by 2.7%, leading to a 1.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. In comparison, Rest of NSW saw a 0.5% drop in employment, a 0.1% contraction in labour force, and a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. 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. Applying these projections to Hamilton South's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 7.4% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Hamilton South's median income among taxpayers is $48,644. The average income is $67,682. These figures align with national averages and compare to Rest of NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $52,954 (median) and $73,679 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Hamilton South rank modestly, between the 30th and 42nd percentiles. In this suburb, 22.1% of individuals fall within the $400 - $799 income range, differing from regional levels where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 29.9%. Hamilton South has a diverse economic landscape with both lower-income residents (36.9%) and affluent households (28.6%) well-represented. After housing costs, 86.1% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Hamilton South displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Hamilton South, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 60.1% houses and 39.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hamilton South was at 32.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 22.9% and rented dwellings at 44.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,383, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Hamilton South was $162, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Hamilton South's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,383 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower at $162 compared to the national figure of $375.

Hamilton South features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 58.2% of all households, including 26.9% couples with children, 21.8% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 41.8%, with lone person households at 37.3% and group households comprising 4.4%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Hamilton South 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 Hamilton South is notably high, with 38.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications. This compares to 21.3% in the rest of New South Wales (NSW) and 26.1% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 25.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 9.3% and certificates held by 19.4% of residents in this age group. Educational participation is high, with 33.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 7.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates 26 active public transport stops in Hamilton South, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by 22 individual routes, facilitating 1,241 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 123 meters from the nearest stop. In this predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward; car remains the primary mode at 88%, with walking and cycling accounting for 4% and 3% respectively. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, lower than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a high 34.8% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 177 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 47 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Hamilton South is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Hamilton South faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 10.9% and 9.3% of residents respectively. About 62.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Rest of NSW. The area has a higher rate of private health cover at approximately 54%. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. Hamilton South has 21.3% of residents aged 65 and over (833 people), lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally in line with national rankings.

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

Hamilton South, as per data from the 2016 Census, had a population with 86.1% being Australian citizens, 85.6% born in Australia, and 89.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 53.7%, compared to 55.9% across the Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were English (29.2%), Australian (26.9%), and Irish (9.8%).

Notably, Welsh (1.0%) and Macedonian (0.9%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Hamilton South compared to regional averages of 0.5% and 0.4%, respectively. Greek ethnicity was also higher at 3.1% compared to the region's 0.4%.

Hamilton South hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Hamilton South's median age of 44 years is comparable to Rest of NSW's 43 and higher than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Rest of NSW, Hamilton South has a larger proportion of residents aged 45-54 (14.1%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (11.4%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the age group of 25 to 34 years has increased from 10.6% to 12.7%, while the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 6.1% to 7.3%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 14.1% to 12.6%, and the 45 to 54 group has fallen from 15.4% to 14.1%. By 2041, Hamilton South's age composition is projected to change significantly. The 25 to 34 age group is expected to grow by 36%, reaching 676 people from 496. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort is projected to decline by 33 people.