Jerrabomberra

Jerrabomberra 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 Jerrabomberra is around 9,716, reflecting a 1.2% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 9,601 people. This increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 9,714 residents, based on their examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024 and validation of 22 new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio stands at 857 persons per square kilometer, aligning with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 52.0% to overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, they utilise NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating lower quartile growth trends, Jerrabomberra is expected to grow by 481 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 4.9% over the 17-year period.

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

Jerrabomberra has seen minimal residential development activity with 3 dwelling approvals annually over the past five years, totalling 16. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area where housing needs drive development rather than broad market demand. The small number of approvals means individual projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Jerrabomberra's development levels are substantially lower than Rest of NSW and below national averages. New development consists of 60.0% detached houses and 40.0% medium and high-density housing, marking a shift from the current 86.0% houses. This change suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 2157 people, indicating Jerrabomberra's quiet development environment. Future projections show an addition of 475 residents by 2041 (AreaSearch quarterly estimate).

If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Jerrabomberra has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Five projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. These include South Jerrabomberra Urban Release Area, Queanbeyan Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade, Poplars Innovation Precinct, and Jerrabomberra High School Upgrade Stage 2. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Jerrabomberra rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Jerrabomberra's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate as of September 2025 was 0.4%, lower than the Rest of NSW's 3.8%. Workforce participation was high at 78.3% compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%.

According to Census responses, 11.7% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment were public administration & safety, construction, and professional & technical services, with a strong specialization in the former, being 4.5 times the regional level. Health care & social assistance was under-represented at 8.7% compared to Rest of NSW's 16.9%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by working population vs resident population counts.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, Jerrabomberra's labour force decreased by 5.4%, with employment declining by the same percentage, keeping unemployment relatively stable at around 3.4%. This contrasts with Rest of NSW where employment contracted by 0.5%, labour force fell by 0.1%, and unemployment rose to 4.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Jerrabomberra's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch aggregated ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Jerrabomberra suburb had median taxpayer income of $85,578 and average income of $104,208. These figures rank in the top percentile nationally. Rest of NSW has median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. As of September 2025, estimated incomes are approximately $93,160 (median) and $113,441 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. Census 2021 data shows Jerrabomberra's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 97th and 99th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals 40.5% of locals (3,934 people) earn $4000+ weekly, differing from broader area where $1,500 - 2,999 category predominates at 29.9%. High earners comprise 58.2% of residents earning above $3,000/week. After housing costs, residents retain 89.1% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. Jerrabomberra's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Jerrabomberra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Jerrabomberra, as per the latest Census evaluation, 86.3% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 13.7% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Jerrabomberra had a home ownership rate of 30.7%, with mortgaged properties at 50.2% and rented dwellings at 19.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,405, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Jerrabomberra was $490, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Jerrabomberra's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,405 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Jerrabomberra features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 85.5% of all households, including 51.7% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.5%, consisting of 13.5% lone person households and 0.9% group households. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Educational achievement in Jerrabomberra places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Jerrabomberra's educational attainment is notably higher than broader standards. Among residents aged 15 and above, 37.3% possess university qualifications, surpassing the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the SA4 region average of 24.1%. This high level of educational attainment positions Jerrabomberra favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 20.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.8% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%.

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 30.4% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications. This includes advanced diplomas held by 12.2% of residents and certificates held by 18.2%. Educational participation is notably high in Jerrabomberra, with 33.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.2% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 6.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Jerrabomberra has 63 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 38 different routes that together provide 446 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent access to transport, with an average distance of 151 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from Jerrabomberra, with cars being the dominant mode of transport at 96%. On average, there are 2.0 vehicles per dwelling in Jerrabomberra, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 11.7% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 63 trips per day, resulting in approximately 7 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Jerrabomberra is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Jerrabomberra shows better-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts have low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of the total population (6,605 people), compared to 51.9% across Rest of NSW and 55.7% nationally.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 8.0 and 7.5% of residents respectively. 72.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. The under-65 population demonstrates better-than-average health outcomes. As of the latest data (2018), the area has 9.7% of residents aged 65 and over (942 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Jerrabomberra's cultural diversity aligns with the wider region, with 82.3% of its population born in Australia and 94.4% being citizens. English is spoken by 87.2% at home. Christianity dominates Jerrabomberra at 57.2%, slightly higher than the regional average of 55.9%.

Ancestry-wise, Australian (27.7%) and English (25.2%) are the top groups, with Irish following at 8.7%. Notably, Macedonian (1.7%), Serbian (0.8%), and Hungarian (0.4%) groups are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.4%, 0.2%, and 0.2% respectively.

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

The median age in Jerrabomberra is 37 years, which is lower than the Rest of NSW average of 43 years and close to the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 35-44 make up 16.4% of the population, while those aged 65-74 constitute 6.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 14.4% to 16.4%, while the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 18.2% to 14.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 35-44 age group will increase by 195 people (12%), from 1,593 to 1,789. Conversely, both the 85+ and 15-24 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.