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Population
Mays Hill lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends
As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Mays Hill is around 2,139. This figure represents a growth of 237 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,902. The latest estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses following the June 2025 ABS ERP data release and an additional 90 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 7,130 persons per square kilometer, placing Mays Hill in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 12.5% since the 2021 census exceeds both the state average of 7.1% and the SA3 area, indicating its status as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78.0% to Mays Hill's population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. These projections indicate an above median population growth for the suburb until 2041, with an expected increase of 468 persons over the 16-year period, reflecting a total increase of 21.0%.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Mays Hill among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Mays Hill recorded approximately 15 residential properties approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 75 homes were approved, with an additional seven approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of eight new residents per year arriving for each dwelling constructed over these five years.
The demand outpaces supply, which typically leads to upward pressure on prices and increased competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average value of $370,000. In FY-26, there have been $11.4 million in commercial approvals, indicating balanced commercial development activity compared to Greater Sydney. Recent construction comprises 20% detached houses and 80% attached dwellings, reflecting a trend towards denser development that caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.
Mays Hill has approximately 156 people per approval, suggesting it is a developing area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Mays Hill is expected to grow by 449 residents by 2041, with development keeping pace with projected growth despite increasing competition among buyers as the population expands.
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Infrastructure
Mays Hill has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally
No changes can significantly affect a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. A total of zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to impact this area. Notable projects include Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead, Westmead South Precinct Master Plan, Powerhouse Parramatta, and Sydney Metro West - Western Tunnelling Package. The following list specifies those anticipated to be most relevant.
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Parramatta CBD Planning Framework Review
Major city centre planning and urban renewal program guiding long-term growth of Parramatta CBD as Sydney's Central City centre. The City Centre LEP commenced in October 2022, with infrastructure contributions and transport planning in place. Current work is focused on Parramatta CBD Planning Investigation Areas: the North East PIA planning controls were finalised in July 2025, while the Southern Planning Investigation Area is in master planning, with draft documentation expected to be reported to Council in the first half of 2026 and possible public exhibition in the second half of 2026. Related public domain delivery includes Civic Link Block 3, where early works and main works are scheduled through 2026 and 2027.
Parramatta Metro Station - Sydney Metro West
A new underground metro station forming part of the 24 km Sydney Metro West line, doubling rail capacity between Parramatta and the Sydney CBD. Tunnelling between Westmead and the CBD was completed in December 2025 by the Gamuda Australia and Laing O'Rourke Consortium (GLC). The Parramatta Integrated Station Development (ISD) contract - covering station construction plus four over and adjacent buildings comprising approximately 100 dwellings, offices, retail and public spaces - is expected to be awarded in 2026, with two consortia shortlisted: Gamuda/Billbergia/MTR Corporation and Lendlease Construction/Lendlease Development. John Holland is delivering 60 km of track and the Clyde stabling and maintenance facility. Metro Trains West Consortium (MTR Corporation and CRRC) was awarded the combined trains, systems, maintenance and operations contract in January 2026. The station will feature full accessibility, platform screen doors, 24-hour operation, and interchange with Parramatta Light Rail and bus services. Planning approval for over and adjacent station development was granted by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure in 2025. Line opening is targeted for 2032.
Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead
The $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex (IMHC) is a 10-storey facility at the Westmead Health Precinct, set to become the largest mental health hub in NSW. It will replace aging facilities at the Cumberland Hospital West Campus and features a link bridge to Westmead Hospital. The complex will provide 265 beds for acute, sub-acute, and non-acute care across all age groups, including specialist services for eating disorders and intensive care. Main construction by Richard Crookes Constructions commenced in early 2025, with the first major concrete pour in November 2025. The project utilizes biophilic design and Aboriginal storytelling in its architecture and is expected to be completed in late 2027.
Powerhouse Parramatta
Powerhouse Parramatta is a major NSW Government cultural infrastructure project on the Parramatta River foreshore. The new museum will deliver about 18,000 sqm of exhibition and public space across seven large presentation spaces, the Lang Walker Family Academy, rooftop public areas, productive gardens and an observatory for astronomy education. Construction is being managed by Lendlease and reached 95 percent complete in February 2026, with fitout and public domain works progressing ahead of opening in late 2026.
Royal Parramatta Private Hospital
A proposed 24-storey private hospital development designed to address the healthcare shortfall in Western Sydney. The facility will include 120 to 130 hospital beds, six operating theatres, day surgery units, maternity services, and a perioperative suite. The architectural design by fjcstudio and Gray Puksand features a vertical village concept with biophilic terraces and the integration of a historic heritage house at the base of the tower.
Westmead Health and Innovation District
As of April 2026, the precinct remains Australia's largest integrated health, research, and education hub. Key milestones reached in 2026 include the construction completion of the 659.1 million dollar Children's Hospital at Westmead Stage 2, which features a new 14-storey Paediatric Services Building transitioning to operation. Concurrent major works include the 540 million dollar Integrated Mental Health Complex (scheduled for 2027 completion) and the 780 million dollar Sydney Biomedical Accelerator, which achieved vertical construction status in early 2026. The district supports over 50,000 jobs and integrates four major medical research institutes.
Parramatta CBD Growth Centre
A transformative urban renewal project establishing Parramatta as Sydney's dual CBD. The precinct integrates the $3.5 billion Parramatta Square commercial hub, the $1.1 billion Powerhouse Parramatta museum (opening late 2026), and the new Sydney Metro West station. Ongoing works in 2026 include the $21 million Civic Link green boulevard and deep excavation for the underground metro station, ultimately supporting 43,000 jobs and 12,000 new dwellings.
Westmead South Precinct Master Plan
A long-term urban renewal strategy for an approximately 40-hectare area south of the Westmead rail corridor, bounded by Alexandra Avenue, Bridge Road, the Great Western Highway, and the Mays Hill Precinct. The plan facilitates approximately 6,600 new dwellings and 44,620 square metres of non-residential floorspace across a mixed-use precinct, along with a new primary school, heritage protections, affordable housing contributions, and enhanced active transport links to Sydney Metro West and the Parramatta Light Rail. Following endorsement by Cumberland City Council in June 2024 and submission to the NSW Government for a Gateway Determination, DPHI announced in August 2025 that the proposal has been elevated to a State Significant Planning Proposal. DPHI now leads all rezoning decisions; Cumberland Council is no longer the lead agency.
Employment
Employment performance in Mays Hill has been broadly consistent with national averages
Mays Hill had an unemployment rate of 4.6% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 3.5%. As of December 2025, 1,295 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation was at 80.0% in Mays Hill, higher than Greater Sydney's 68.8%.
According to Census responses, 49.1% of residents worked from home. Employment was concentrated in professional & technical (strong specialization with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level), health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Accommodation & food had limited presence, at 2.8% compared to the regional average of 5.8%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities.
Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 3.5%, labour force by 3.8%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.2% and unemployment rose marginally during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 projected a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mays Hill's employment mix suggested local employment growth of 7.1% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.
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Income
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that the median income in Mays Hill is $57,827 and the average income stands at $70,145. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Mays Hill would be approximately $63,795 (median) and $77,384 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows that incomes in Mays Hill cluster around the 72nd percentile nationally. Income brackets indicate that 41.4% of locals fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 20.1% of income in Mays Hill, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 63rd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.
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Housing
Mays Hill features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Mays Hill dwelling structure in 2021 comprised 18.1% houses and 81.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mays Hill was 7.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.4% and rented ones at 66.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,180, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Mays Hill was $435, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Mays Hill's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,180 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Mays Hill features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households constitute 72.3% of all households, including 37.1% couples with children, 23.7% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.7%, with lone person households at 19.2% and group households comprising 8.1%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which aligns with the Greater Sydney average.
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Local Schools & Education
Mays Hill demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics
Mays Hill's educational attainment exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 56.5% hold university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 32.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (21.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational pathways account for 20.3% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 11.1%.
Educational participation is high, with 31.4% currently enrolled in formal education: 9.1% in primary, 7.7% in tertiary, and 5.9% in secondary education.
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Transport
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Mays Hill has five active public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by seven different routes that together facilitate 1,347 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated excellent, with residents typically located 147 meters from the nearest stop. The area is mainly residential, and most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 67%, followed by trains at 18% and buses at 9%. On average, there are 0.8 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm.
According to the 2021 Census, 49.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 192 trips per day, equating to approximately 269 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
The level of general health in Mays Hill is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts
Mays Hill shows better-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Prevalence of common health conditions is low in the general population but higher than national averages among older, at-risk cohorts.
Approximately 55% (~1,169 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 4.8 and 4.4% of residents respectively. 83.9% report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. As of June 2021, 6.3% (134 people) are aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.
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Cultural Diversity
Mays Hill is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Mays Hill has a population where 74.2% speak a language other than English at home, with 67.6% born overseas. Hinduism is the predominant religion in Mays Hill, comprising 35.7%, compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestry, the top groups are Other (32.5%), Indian (25.8%), and English (7.8%).
The regional averages for these groups are 16.0%, 3.6%, and 19.0% respectively. There are notable differences in the representation of Lebanese (6.0% vs 2.6%), Samoan (0.9% vs 0.5%), and Filipino (2.7% vs 2.0%) groups in Mays Hill compared to Greater Sydney.
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Age
Mays Hill hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide
Mays Hill's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and lower than the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Mays Hill has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (27.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6.1%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows demographic aging in Mays Hill, with the median age increasing from 31 to 32 years. Key changes include the growth of the 45 to 54 age group from 7.7% to 8.8%, and the increase of the 65 to 74 cohort from 2.8% to 3.9%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 30.2% to 27.3%. Demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Mays Hill's age profile by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to grow by 46%, adding 85 residents to reach 274. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort grows by a modest 1% (3 people).