Homebush (NSW)

Homebush 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 Homebush (NSW) is around 13,591. This reflects an increase of 1,931 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,660 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 13,345 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 544 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 6,629 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Homebush's growth of 16.6% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (6.5%) and the SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, a significant population increase is forecast, with the area expected to expand by 4,057 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 28.0% in total over the 17 years.

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

Homebush averaged approximately 129 new dwelling approvals per year. Between Financial Year 21 (FY-21) and FY-25, around 647 homes were approved, with one more approved in FY-26 so far. Each dwelling is estimated to accommodate about 2.5 new residents annually over the past five financial years.

The average construction cost of new homes was approximately $462,000. In FY-26, there have been around $27.0 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Greater Sydney, Homebush has approximately 132.0% more building activity per person. New development primarily consists of attached dwellings (88.0%) with a smaller proportion of detached houses (12.0%). The area currently has about 102 people per dwelling approval. By 2041, Homebush is projected to gain around 3,811 residents.

Population forecasts indicate Homebush will gain 3,811 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

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

"Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 44 projects potentially impacting the area. Notable ones are Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program, Bridge Road Residences, 136 Parramatta Road Mixed-Use Hotel, and Sydney Metro West - Sydney Olympic Park Station and Precinct. The following list details those most likely relevant.".

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Employment performance in Homebush exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Homebush has an educated workforce with professional services well represented. Its unemployment rate is 3.0%, as per AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation in December 2025. There are 8,123 residents employed, which is 1.2% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation stands at 72.9%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Census responses indicate that 45.1% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Major employment sectors include professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Notably, professional & technical jobs are at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 5.8% compared to the regional average of 8.6%. Local commuting patterns suggest many residents work elsewhere. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Homebush's labour force decreased by 2.1%, employment declined by 2.0%, leading to a slight fall in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. 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 Homebush's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Homebush had a median income among taxpayers of $52,539 and an average income of $68,707 in the financial year 2023, according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003 for the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates as of September 2025 would be approximately $57,194 (median) and $74,794 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Homebush cluster around the 73rd percentile nationally. The largest segment comprises 39.5% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, with a total of 5,368 residents falling into this category. This aligns with the metropolitan region where this cohort represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 20.4% of income in Homebush. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 65th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Homebush features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Homebush's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 12.3% houses and 87.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Homebush's home ownership rate was 11.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.2% and rented ones at 57.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,167, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Homebush was $470, matching Sydney metro's figure but higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, Homebush's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863.

Homebush features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.0% of all households, including 29.2% couples with children, 28.2% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 32.0%, with lone person households at 20.9% and group households comprising 11.2%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Homebush shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

In Homebush, 57.4% of residents aged 15 years or above possess university qualifications, exceeding the national average of 30.4% and the New South Wales (NSW) average of 32.2%. This high educational attainment indicates strong potential for knowledge-based opportunities in the area. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 35.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 19.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational pathways account for 19.2% of qualifications among residents aged 15 years or above, with advanced diplomas making up 10.9% and certificates comprising 8.3%.

Educational participation is notably high in Homebush, with 31.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% pursuing tertiary education, 6.8% in primary education, and 4.1% engaged in secondary education.

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

Homebush has 51 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are operated by 19 different routes, collectively facilitating 4,679 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 179 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 55%, followed by trains at 32% and buses at 6%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 0.6, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 45.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 668 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 91 weekly trips per individual stop.

Homebush's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Homebush's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Approximately 54% (~7,352 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Asthma and diabetes are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 3.6% and 3.4% of residents respectively. Around 86.8% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Homebush has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 7.7% (1,046 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Homebush are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

Homebush is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Homebush has a high level of cultural diversity, with 73.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 70.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Homebush, comprising 28.3% of its population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, making up 26.8%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other at 24.1%, Chinese at 21.0%, and Indian at 15.0%. These percentages exceed their respective regional averages: Other by 8.1%, Chinese by 12.6%, and Indian by 11.4%. Notably, Korean is overrepresented at 7.8% compared to the regional average of 1.1%, Sri Lankan at 1.1% versus 0.3%, and Vietnamese at 2.1% against 1.8%.

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

Homebush has a median age of 32 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Homebush has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (31.2%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6.1%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the percentage of Homebush's population aged 35-44 has increased from 17.9% to 19.7%, while the percentage of those aged 45-54 has risen from 7.8% to 8.8%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 34.2% to 31.2%. Demographic projections indicate that Homebush's age profile will significantly change by 2041, with the 45-54 age group expected to grow by 62%, adding 741 residents to reach a total of 1,938.