Jamisontown

Jamisontown 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 Jamisontown is around 5,801, reflecting a 9.0% increase since the 2021 Census which reported 5,321 residents. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 5,793 residents based on latest ERP data release by ABS (June 2025) and additional 82 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is 1,464 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Jamisontown's growth of 9.0% since 2021 exceeded both the SA4 region (6.0%) and state averages, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 51.0% to overall population gains during recent periods. For projections until 2041, AreaSearch adopts 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.

Considering these projections, lower quartile growth is anticipated for national statistical areas, with Jamisontown expected to expand by 244 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 4.1% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Jamisontown recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Jamisontown has recorded approximately 20 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 103 homes were approved, with an additional 28 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.2 new residents have arrived per new home annually over these five years.

This suggests a balanced supply and demand creating stable market conditions. The average construction cost value of new homes was $259,000, below the regional average, indicating more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, $2.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting a predominantly residential focus.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Jamisontown shows approximately 62% of the construction activity per person. Nationally, it places among the 70th percentile of areas assessed. Development activity has picked up in recent periods. New development consists of 76.0% standalone homes and 24.0% attached dwellings, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 188 people per dwelling approval, Jamisontown shows characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts indicate Jamisontown will gain 236 residents through to 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Jamisontown 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 six projects potentially affecting this region. Notable ones are Winter Sports World, Mulgoa Road Upgrade from Glenmore Parkway to Jeanette Street, Penrith Stadium Redevelopment, and Mulgoa Road/Castlereagh Road Corridor Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Jamisontown shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Jamisontown has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.3% as of December 2025, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. In Jamisontown, 3,294 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.9% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation was similar to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census responses showed that 30.2% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment among residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Jamisontown has a particular employment specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

Professional & technical employs only 4.7% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The ratio of 0.7 workers per resident indicates higher than normal local employment opportunities. In the 12-month period ending in May-25, labour force decreased by 3.0% and employment decreased by 2.7%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney where employment rose by 2.2%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest that Jamisontown's employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

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

Jamisontown suburb's income level aligns with national averages based on latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year ended June 2023. Jamisontown's median income among taxpayers is $57,536 and average income stands at $66,924, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Using Wage Price Index growth rate of 10.32% since financial year ended June 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $63,474 (median) and $73,831 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census data, personal income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($873 weekly), while household income sits at the 37th percentile. Income analysis shows that the $1500 - $2999 bracket dominates with 34.1% of residents (1978 people). Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 35th percentile.

Jamisontown displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Jamisontown, as per the latest Census evaluation, 64.1% of dwellings were houses while 35.9% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan area's dwelling structure which was 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Jamisontown stood at 29.6%, closely aligning with the Sydney metro average. Mortgaged dwellings constituted 32.5% and rented ones made up 37.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Jamisontown was $1,950, significantly lower than Sydney's average of $2,427. Weekly rent median stood at $370, compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, Jamisontown's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Jamisontown features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 63.6% of all households, including 25.0% couples with children, 23.5% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.4%, with lone person households at 33.6% and group households making up 2.7%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Jamisontown fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.6%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (30.1%). Educational participation is high, with 27.6% currently enrolled in formal education: 10.3% in primary, 7.1% in secondary, and 3.7% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.3% in primary education, 7.1% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Jamisontown has 38 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 29 different routes that together facilitate 1,124 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's home to the nearest transport stop is 159 meters. Most residents commute outwards, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 86%. Train use accounts for 6% of commutes. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling in Jamisontown.

According to the 2021 Census, 30.2% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, an average of 160 trips are made daily, equating to approximately 29 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Jamisontown faces significant health challenges as per AreaSearch's assessment 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 53% of the total population (~3,097 people), leading that of the average SA2 area but lagging behind Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 10.2 and 8.5% of residents respectively. However, 66.4% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 19.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,113 people), which is higher than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Jamisontown records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Jamisontown's population was found to be approximately in line with the broader area's average regarding cultural diversity, with 80.4% born in Australia, 88.0% being citizens, and 87.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was identified as the predominant religion in Jamisontown, comprising 59.3% of its population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups in Jamisontown were English (27.8%), Australian (27.6%), and Irish (8.3%).

Notably, Hungarian was overrepresented at 0.4%, Maltese at 1.4%, and Samoan at 0.5% compared to regional averages of 0.3%, 1.0%, and 0.5% respectively.

Jamisontown's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Jamisontown is close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years old at 38 years old. This figure is also equivalent to Australia's median age. Compared to Greater Sydney, Jamisontown has a higher percentage of residents aged 75-84 (7.2%), but fewer residents aged 35-44 (13.7%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 75 to 84 has grown from 5.4% to 7.2%, while those aged 25 to 34 have increased from 15.9% to 17.3%. Conversely, the group aged 65 to 74 has declined from 11.0% to 9.5%, and the age group of 5 to 14 years old has dropped from 12.0% to 10.7%. By the year 2041, Jamisontown is expected to experience significant shifts in its population age composition. Leading this demographic change, the group aged 85 and above will grow by 101%, reaching 292 people from 146. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 71% of projected growth. However, population declines are projected for the age groups of 15 to 24 years old and 0 to 4 years old.