Kingswood (Penrith - NSW)

Population growth drivers in Kingswood are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population for Kingswood (Penrith - NSW) statistical area (Lv2) is around 12,289. This figure reflects a growth of 1,656 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,633. The increase was inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 11,781 in June 2024 and an additional 318 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,238 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kingswood's growth rate of 15.6% since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA4 region (6.3%) and state averages. Overseas migration contributed approximately 44.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch's projections for Kingswood (Penrith - NSW) (SA2), based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a 2022 base year, forecast a significant population increase by 2041. The area is expected to grow by 4,022 persons over the next 17 years, reflecting an overall increase of 28.5%.

The level of residential development activity in Kingswood was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Kingswood recorded around 89 residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 446 homes. So far in FY-26, 37 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.9 new residents are expected for every home built annually between FY-21 and FY-25. This demand significantly outpaces supply, typically putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers.

New homes are being built at an average construction cost of $402,000. Additionally, $58.8 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, indicating high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kingswood has slightly more development, with 35.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period.

This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. New building activity comprises 77.0% standalone homes and 23.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (45.0% at Census), indicating strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. With around 99 people per dwelling approval, Kingswood shows characteristics of a growth area. Future projections estimate Kingswood adding 3,498 residents by 2041. Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers could encounter growing competition as population increases.

Kingswood 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 25 projects that could affect the region. Notable ones include Mulgoa Road Upgrade from Jeanette Street to Blaikie Road, Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport - Orchard Hills Station, Dunheved Road Upgrade, and Kingswood Hotel Mixed-Use Development. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Kingswood faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Kingswood's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 5.4%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of September 2025, 5,996 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.2% higher than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Workforce participation in Kingswood is lower at 55.2% compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Notably, health care & social assistance employs 1.4 times the regional level share of workers.

Conversely, professional & technical services employ only 4.7% of local workers, lower than Greater Sydney's 11.5%. Many Kingswood residents commute elsewhere for work, indicated by Census working population data. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, labour force decreased by 3.3% and employment decreased by 1.8%, resulting in an unemployment rate reduction of 1.4 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with unemployment rising slightly to 0.2%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, losing 2,260 jobs, while the state unemployment rate was 3.9%, favourable compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate a projected growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kingswood's current employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released in financial year 2023, Kingswood suburb had a median income among taxpayers of $47,666. The average income stood at $53,823, which is lower than the national average and compares to $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Kingswood would be approximately $51,889 (median) and $58,592 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Kingswood rank modestly between the 28th and 38th percentiles. The data shows that 34.1% of Kingswood's population (4,190 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the surrounding region where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Kingswood, with only 78.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 21st percentile.

Kingswood displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Kingswood's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 44.8% houses and 55.3% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is in contrast to Sydney metropolitan areas which had 77.4% houses and 22.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingswood stood at 17.6%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (25.8%) or rented (56.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,755, lower than Sydney's average of $2,167. Weekly rent median was recorded at $355, compared to Sydney's $400. Nationally, Kingswood's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 60.6% of all households, including 24.7% couples with children, 17.8% couples without children, and 16.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 39.4%, with lone person households at 35.0% and group households comprising 4.4%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.8.

Educational attainment in Kingswood aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area has university qualification rates of 25.4%, which is significantly lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common, with 16.3% of residents holding one, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 7.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 35.3% of residents aged 15+ possessing them.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 10.1% and certificates by 25.2%. Educational participation is high, with 33.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.4% in primary education, 6.5% in secondary education, and 6.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Kingswood has 106 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 64 different routes, facilitating 5,574 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 146 meters to the nearest stop.

The service frequency is high, with 796 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 52 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Kingswood is well below average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts

Kingswood faces significant health challenges with a notably higher prevalence of common health conditions compared to averages. This is particularly true for older age groups. Only approximately 48% (~5,931 people) have private health cover, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's 55.2%, and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues affect 11.2% of residents and asthma impacts 9.7%. Conversely, 65.2% report no medical ailments, compared to 69.5% in Greater Sydney. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.1% (1,609 people). Health outcomes among this age group require particular attention.

Kingswood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kingswood's population showed high cultural diversity, with 32.3% born overseas and 29.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 49.7%. The 'Other' religious category comprised 3.4%, higher than Greater Sydney's 1.8%.

For ancestry, Australians made up 23.2%, English 21.5%, and Other 15.4% (regional average: 9.4%). Notably, Filipinos were overrepresented at 3.2% (regional: 2.1%), Poles at 1.0% (regional: 0.7%), and Maltese at 1.3%.

Kingswood hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Kingswood's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and considerably younger than Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kingswood has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (17.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population share of those aged 35-44 has increased from 15.4% to 16.3%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 18.5% to 17.3%. By 2041, demographic forecasts indicate significant changes for Kingswood's population. The 45-54 age group is projected to grow by 40%, adding 587 residents to reach a total of 2,050. Conversely, the 0-4 age group shows minimal growth of just 8%, with an increase of 63 people.