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 May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Hamilton South is around 3,846, reflecting a decrease of 211 people since the 2021 Census. This decrease represents a 5.2% change from the previous population count of 4,057. The current resident population estimate of 3,842 by AreaSearch is based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional validation of new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,231 persons per square kilometer, placing Hamilton South in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was primarily responsible for driving population growth in recent periods.

AreaSearch projections for Hamilton South are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections 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 for areas not covered by ABS data. These projections indicate an expected population increase just below the median of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Hamilton South anticipated to expand by 318 persons to reach a total population of around 4,164 by the year 2041, reflecting an 8.2% gain over the 16-year period.

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. 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. Its development levels are also below national averages.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified ten projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Lingard Private Hospital Expansion, The Merewether Residences, Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements, and Rail Bridge Row Affordable Housing Development. The following list details those most relevant:.

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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 representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 7.7%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 1,812 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.8% higher than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation is at par with Regional NSW's 60.5%. Census responses reveal that 34.8% of residents work from home. 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 2.1 times the regional level, but has a lower representation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, at 0.4% compared to Regional NSW's 5.3%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Hamilton South's labour force decreased by 1.6%, with an accompanying 4.2% employment decline that caused unemployment to rise by 2.6 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW saw a 1.2% employment fall, a 0.8% labour force contraction, and a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall 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 increase by 7.4% over five years and 15.0% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Hamilton South's median income among taxpayers is $48,644 with an average of $67,682. These figures align with national averages and compare to Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Hamilton South would be approximately $53,664 (median) and $74,667 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Hamilton South rank modestly, between the 30th and 42nd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The earnings profile shows 22.1% of residents fall within the $400 - $799 income range, differing from regional levels where the $1500 - $2999 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 expenses, 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

The dwelling structure in Hamilton South, as per the latest Census, consisted of 60.1% houses and 39.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Regional 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 Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $162, lower than Regional NSW's average of $330. Nationally, Hamilton South's median monthly 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 making up 4.4%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional 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+ holding university qualifications compared to the broader benchmarks of 21.3% in Rest of NSW and 26.1% in SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 25.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas comprise 9.3% while certificates account for 19.4%. Educational participation is high in the area, 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. These are served by 22 different routes, offering a total of 1,241 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent accessibility to transport, with an average distance of 123 meters to the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with outward commuting being common. Car use dominates at 88%, while walking and cycling account for 4% and 3% respectively. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 34.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The average service frequency across all routes is 177 trips per day, equating 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.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 54% of the total population (~2,065 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area. Mental health issues impact 10.9% of residents, while asthma affects 9.3%. Conversely, 62.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Hamilton South has 21.3% of residents aged 65 and over (819 people), lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings higher than those of the general population.

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, surveyed in June 2016, had a population where 86.1% were citizens, 85.6% were born in Australia, and 89.1% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 53.7% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional 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%) populations were higher than regional averages of 0.5% and 0.4%, respectively. Greek population was also notably higher at 3.1% compared to the regional average of 0.4%.

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

Hamilton South's median age is 44 years, comparable to Regional NSW's 43 and higher than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Hamilton South has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (14.6%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (11.1%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 25-34 has increased from 10.6% to 12.2%, while those aged 75-84 have risen from 6.1% to 7.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 55-64 has decreased from 14.1% to 13.0%. By 2041, Hamilton South's age composition is projected to change significantly. The 25-34 age group is expected to grow by 26%, increasing from 469 to 589 people. Meanwhile, the populations aged 5-14 and 15-24 are anticipated to decrease.