Kambah

Kambah 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 the suburb of Kambah is around 15,866, reflecting a 1.3% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 15,670 people. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 15,731 in June 2024 and an additional 152 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio stands at 1,399 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kambah's growth rate surpassed that of its SA3 area (0.1%), making it a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered and years post-2032, ACT Government's SA2 area projections with a 2022 base are used. Future projections indicate a decline of 1,054 persons by 2041, but specific age cohorts like the 85 and over group are expected to grow, with an increase of 208 people anticipated.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kambah according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Kambah averaged around 40 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 202 homes. As of FY-26 so far, 5 approvals have been recorded. This averages out to approximately 1.5 new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating stable market conditions. However, recent data shows this has decreased to -0.7 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting more balanced supply conditions. Development projects in Kambah average $329,000 in construction value, moderately above regional levels, reflecting an emphasis on quality construction.

There have also been $831,000 in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating the area's residential nature. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Kambah shows comparable construction activity per person, supporting market stability inline with regional patterns. However, building activity has slowed in recent years, which is below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New building activity comprises 30.0% detached dwellings and 70.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift towards higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This is a notable change from the area's existing housing composition of 85.0% houses, suggesting decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. The location has approximately 829 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market with stable or declining population expected in the future, potentially reducing pressure on housing and creating opportunities for buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Kambah should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Kambah has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence regional performance. AreaSearch identified eight key projects potentially impacting the area. Notable projects include Athllon Drive Duplication, Kambah Group Centre Expansion, Kambah BMX Facility Lighting Upgrade, and Marigal Gardens Retirement Village Expansion. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Kambah has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Kambah has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors being well represented. The unemployment rate in Kambah is 5.1%, having seen an estimated employment growth of 1.6% over the past year based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, there are 7,947 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 1.6% higher than the Australian Capital Territory's rate of 3.6%.

Workforce participation in Kambah is significantly lower at 65.3%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 72.5%. According to Census responses, only 11.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors among residents include public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services.

However, public administration & safety is under-represented in Kambah's workforce at 28.4%, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's 30.4%. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.6% while labour force increased by 0.9%, resulting in a fall of unemployment by 0.6 percentage points in Kambah. Nationally, employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years according to Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25. Applying these projections to Kambah's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Kambah has a median taxpayer income of $63,895 and an average income of $75,656 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. Nationally, these figures are high compared to the Australian Capital Territory's median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.26% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $69,812 (median) and $82,662 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Kambah rank highly nationally, between the 78th and 84th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 32.2% of locals (5,108 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999 per week, similar to the metropolitan region where 34.3% fall into this bracket. Kambah exhibits considerable affluence with 34.4% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 87.3% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Kambah is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Kambah, as per the latest Census, 84.8% of dwellings were houses while 15.3% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This differs from the Australian Capital Territory's figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kambah stood at 36.6%, with mortgaged properties at 41.7% and rented ones at 21.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080. The median weekly rent in Kambah was $400, compared to the Australian Capital Territory's $450. Nationally, Kambah's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $400 against the national figure of $375.

Kambah has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 73.8% of all households, including 31.9% couples with children, 27.8% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 26.2%, with lone person households at 23.7% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Kambah exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 35.0%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 46.8%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.6%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 31.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (19.5%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (10.2%), secondary education (7.9%), and tertiary education (5.0%).

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

Public transport analysis indicates 62 active transport stops operating within Kambah, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 100 individual routes, collectively facilitating 6,397 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically residing 345 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 11.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 913 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 103 weekly trips per individual stop.

Kambah's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Kambah's health metrics closely match national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts at a standard level.

Private health cover is very high, with approximately 57% of the total population (~9,056 people), compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (9.5%) and arthritis (9.0%). 64.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 20.5% of residents aged 65 and over (3,252 people), higher than the 14.3% in Australian Capital Territory. Health outcomes among seniors are above average and align with national rankings for the general population.

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

Kambah has a higher than average cultural diversity, with 21.4% of its population born overseas and 14.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Kambah, accounting for 46.2% of the population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented in Kambah compared to the Australian Capital Territory, with 0.1% of the population identifying as Jewish.

The top three ancestry groups in Kambah are English (26.5%), Australian (25.4%), and Irish (10.1%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences in representation: Hungarian is overrepresented at 0.4%, Welsh at 0.7%, and Spanish at 0.6%.

Kambah's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Kambah is 41 years, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory's average of 35 years, and modestly exceeds the national average of 38 years. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, the 65-74 cohort is notably over-represented in Kambah at 10.9%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 11.1%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.7% to 7.8% of the population, while the 65 to 74 cohort has declined from 12.9% to 10.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Kambah. The 85+ group is expected to grow by 59%, reaching 455 people from 285, leading the demographic shift. Residents aged 65 and older are anticipated to represent 92% of the population growth. Conversely, the 75 to 84 and 45 to 54 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.