King Creek

King Creek lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, King Creek's population is estimated at around 1,848 people. This figure reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census population of 1,863 people, marking a decline of 15 individuals (0.8%). AreaSearch validated this estimate following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and additional validation of new addresses since the Census date. This population density translates to approximately 106 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, King Creek has exhibited resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.9%, outperforming its SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing around 76.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, all demographic factors including natural growth and overseas migration were positive influences. For future projections, AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia's SA2-level projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for covered areas. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Considering these projected demographic shifts, King Creek is forecasted to experience significant population growth in the top quartile of national regional areas. By 2041, the suburb is expected to increase by 518 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 34.1% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows King Creek recorded around 4 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past 5 financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 22 homes were approved, with no approvals so far in FY-26. Based on this data, an average of 7.8 new residents per year arrived per dwelling constructed over these years.

This indicates demand significantly exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. In the current financial year, $514,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Comparatively, King Creek shows substantially reduced construction compared to Rest of NSW, with 70.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. Nationally, this level is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent construction in King Creek comprises 80.0% detached houses and 20.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving its low-density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns, which are currently 99.0% houses, suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. Looking ahead, King Creek is expected to grow by 631 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified one major project likely affecting the region. Key projects are Beechwood Road Upgrade Stage 6 including Steels Bridge Wauchope, Fernbank Creek and Sancrox Structure Plan, Pacific Highway Upgrade: Hexham To Brisbane, and Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees King Creek performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

King Creek has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 1.6% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.0%.

As of June 2025, 1,037 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.0% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation was at 61.2%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Notably, the area has a high concentration in construction with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

Manufacturing, however, has limited presence with 2.9% employment compared to 5.8% regionally. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 1.0%, while labour force increased by 1.3%, resulting in a rise in unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of NSW where employment contracted by 0.1%, the labour force grew by 0.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 offer further insight into potential future demand within King Creek. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, suggest national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to King Creek's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years.

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 2022 indicates King Creek's median income among taxpayers is $48,396. The average income in King Creek for the same period is $59,989. Both figures are below the national average. In comparison, Rest of NSW has a median income of $49,459 and an average income of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for King Creek would be approximately $54,499 (median) and $67,554 (average) as of September 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, household income ranks at the 71st percentile ($2,088 weekly), while personal income sits at the 32nd percentile. The largest segment comprises 33.7% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (622 residents). After housing costs, residents retain 88.2% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. King Creek's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

King Creek's dwelling structure, as assessed in the latest Census, consisted of 98.8% houses and 1.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro NSW's 75.9% houses and 24.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in King Creek stood at 49.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 45.6% and rented ones at 4.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in King Creek was $410, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $375. Nationally, King Creek's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 87.8% of all households, including 45.5% couples with children, 34.5% couples without children, and 6.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 12.2%, with lone person households at 10.6% and group households at 2.0%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.3.

King Creek demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 21.7%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (3.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas account for 13.4% and certificates for 30.8%. Educational participation is high at 29.2%, with 10.4% in secondary education, 10.0% in primary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational facilities seem to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighboring areas.

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

King Creek has 14 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 10 different routes that together offer 50 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as moderate, with residents typically living 506 meters away from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 7 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 3 weekly trips per individual stop.

King Creek'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

King Creek's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks, with common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts at a fairly standard level. Approximately 51% (~936 people) of King Creek residents have private health cover, compared to 48.6% in the Rest of NSW.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 9.7% of residents) and asthma (8.4%), while 67.3% report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 59.9% in the Rest of NSW. King Creek has 20.0% of residents aged 65 and over (369 people), lower than the 28.7% in the Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors in King Creek are particularly strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

The latest Census data sees King Creek placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

King Creek's population showed lower cultural diversity, with 89.2% born in Australia, 94.3% being citizens, and 97.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the primary religion, comprising 63.3%, compared to 57.5% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were English (33.4%), Australian (33.2%), and Irish (7.9%).

Notably, French (0.9%) Dutch (1.6%), and Maltese (0.8%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.4%, 1.1%, and 0.4% respectively.

King Creek hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

King Creek has a median age of 45 years, which is slightly higher than Rest of NSW's median age of 43 and considerably older than the national norm of 38. The 45-54 age cohort is notably over-represented in King Creek at 15.4%, compared to the Rest of NSW average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 7.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has increased from 11.2% to 12.3% of the population. Conversely, the 65-74 age cohort has decreased from 13.2% to 12.2%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests King Creek's age profile will significantly change. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to expand by 111 people (39%) from 284 to 396.