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 a growth of 1,931 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,660. The change was inferred from an estimated resident population of 13,345 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, placing it in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Homebush's growth rate of 16.6% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (6.5%) and the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed 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, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, 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. Population projections indicate a significant increase in the top quartile of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with the suburb expected to expand by 4,026 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 24.5% 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 129 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25646 homes were approved. In FY-26, 0 approvals have been recorded so far.

Each dwelling accommodates an average of 2.5 new residents annually over the past five financial years. The average construction cost value for these dwellings is $462,000. This year, commercial approvals totalled $27.0 million. Compared to Greater Sydney, Homebush has 124.0% more building activity per person. New development comprises 12.0% detached houses and 88.0% attached dwellings. The location has approximately 102 people per dwelling approval.

By 2041, Homebush is forecasted to gain 3,327 residents. Current development patterns suggest new housing supply will meet demand, facilitating potential population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 44 projects that are likely to impact the area. Notable projects include the 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 projects most relevant to the area.

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

Homebush has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 3.1%, lower than the national average, and employment stability has been maintained over the past year according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of September 2025, 8,197 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is similar to Greater Sydney's at 73.8%. Census responses indicate that 45.1% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment among residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Homebush shows particular strength in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, while construction has limited presence at 5.8% compared to the regional average of 8.6%.

While local employment opportunities exist, many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data comparing working population to local population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels in Homebush increased by 0.3%, labour force grew by 0.6%, resulting in a rise of 0.3 percentage points in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1%, the labour force grow by 2.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insights into potential future demand within Homebush. Applying these projections to Homebush's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows that median income in Homebush is $52,539 and average income is $68,707. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from July 2023 to June 2025, estimated median income in Homebush would be approximately $57,194 and average income $74,794 by September 2025. Census data indicates that incomes in Homebush cluster around the 73rd percentile nationally. The largest income segment comprises 39.5% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly. High housing costs consume 20.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 65th percentile. Homebush'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 dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 12.3% houses and 87.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 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, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure stood at $470, matching Sydney metro's figure. Nationally, Homebush's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 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 make up 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

Homebush's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 57.4% have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent (35.6%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (19.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational pathways account for 19.2%, with advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 8.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 31.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in tertiary education, 6.8% in primary education, and 4.1% pursuing 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 offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 19 routes, facilitating 4,679 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents located an average of 179 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode at 55%, followed by trains at 32% and buses at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.6 per dwelling, below the regional average.

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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Homebush. AreaSearch's assessment found very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 54%, or about 7,352 people, which is higher than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Asthma and diabetes are the most common medical conditions, affecting 3.6% and 3.4% of residents respectively. 86.8% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Homebush has 7.6%, or 1,032 people, aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning 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 is among the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, with 73.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home as of 2016 Census data. Additionally, 70.8% of Homebush's residents were born overseas during this period. Christianity was found to be the main religion in Homebush, comprising 28.3% of people.

However, Hinduism is notably overrepresented, making up 26.8% of the population compared to Greater Sydney's average of 5.2%. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Other at 24.1%, Chinese at 21.0%, and Indian at 15.0%, all substantially higher than their respective regional averages of 16.0%, 8.4%, and 3.6%. There are also notable divergences in the representation of Korean (7.8% vs 1.1%), Sri Lankan (1.1% vs 0.3%), and Vietnamese (2.1% vs 1.8%) ethnic groups.

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

Homebush's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Homebush has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (31.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the proportion of Homebush's population aged 35-44 has increased from 17.9% to 19.7%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 34.2% to 31.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Homebush's age profile will change significantly. The 45-54 cohort is projected to grow by 59%, adding 701 residents for a total of 1,884. Meanwhile, the 0-4 age group is expected to grow by 7%, adding only 54 residents.