Menangle

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, as of Nov 2025, Menangle's estimated population is around 2,002. This reflects an increase of 750 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,252 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 1,668 following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 299 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 58 persons per square kilometer. Menangle's growth rate of 59.9% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state's (6.7%) and metropolitan area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 61.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and overseas migration also positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends predict exceptional growth, placing Menangle in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas, with an expected expansion of 4,172 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 180.1% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Menangle among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Menangle averaged approximately 37 new dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, around 188 homes were approved, with an additional 28 so far in FY-26. This translates to about 1.3 new residents arriving per new home annually over the past five financial years.

The average construction value of new properties is approximately $462,000, aligning with regional trends. In FY-26, around $1.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Comparatively, Menangle has 83.0% more new home approvals per person than Greater Sydney, suggesting ample choice for buyers. This activity is notably higher than the national average, reflecting strong developer confidence in the location. The area's building activity comprises approximately 88.0% detached dwellings and 12.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining Menangle's traditional low-density character and appealing to those seeking family homes with space.

With around 21 people per dwelling approval, Menangle exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Menangle is projected to grow by approximately 3,605 residents through to 2041. If current development rates persist, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 14 projects likely influencing the region. Notable ones are The Village, Menangle, Southern Gateway Business Park Menangle, Mount Taurus Development Menangle, and Station Street Menangle Residential & Neighbourhood Centre Planning Proposal. Below lists those most relevant.

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Menangle ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Menangle has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.7% as of June 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Employment stability was maintained over the past year based on AreaSearch data aggregation. As of June 2025692 residents were employed with a workforce participation rate of 44.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Leading industries include construction, education & training, and health care & social assistance, with construction being particularly strong at 2.2 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 4.6% compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis. Between June 2024 and June 2025, Menangle's labour force remained stable while employment declined by 0.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Menangle's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Menangle's median income among taxpayers is $40,146. The average income in Menangle during this period was $49,567. Nationally, the median income was higher at $48,363 and the average was $74,658. In Greater Sydney, the median income was $56,994 with an average of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022, current estimates for Menangle would be approximately $45,208 (median) and $55,817 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household incomes in Menangle rank between the 25th and 34th percentiles. Family incomes also fall within this range, as do personal incomes. The distribution of income shows that 24.5% of individuals in Menangle earn between $800 and $1,499, which is lower than the broader area where 30.9% earn between $1,500 and $2,999. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Menangle, with only 79.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 28th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

In Menangle, as recorded in the latest Census, 90.6% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 9.4% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types of dwellings. This is compared to Sydney metro's figures of 94.1% houses and 5.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Menangle stood at 46.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.6% and rented ones at 10.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,318. Weekly rent in Menangle was recorded at $450, compared to Sydney metro's $415. Nationally, Menangle's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Menangle has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 75.8% of all households, including 34.8% couples with children, 38.0% couples without children, and 2.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.2%, with lone person households at 23.5% and group households comprising 1.0%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.

Menangle 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 23.2%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 45.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (14.2%) and certificates (31.2%). Educational participation is high at 32.5%, comprising secondary education (10.0%), primary education (8.5%), and tertiary education (6.3%).

The Camden Park Environmental Education Centre serves Menangle with no enrolled students as of now. All one school in the area offers integrated K-12 education for academic continuity, but residents must travel to neighboring areas for educational services due to no schools being located within Menangle itself.

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

Menangle has 30 active public transport stops, including train and bus services. These are served by 21 routes offering a total of 2,001 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent accessibility to transport, with an average distance of 101 meters to the nearest stop.

The service frequency is 285 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 66 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Menangle is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Menangle faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data. Both younger and older age groups exhibit high prevalence of common health conditions. Only approximately 47% (~933 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 53.8% and the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (14.2%) and mental health issues (6.7%), while 61.4% report having no medical ailments, lower than Greater Sydney's 68.7%. Menangle has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 37.4% (748 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 16.5%. Health outcomes among seniors are challenging, mirroring the general population's health profile.

Menangle ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Menangle has a lower cultural diversity, with 84.2% of its population being citizens and 87.5% born in Australia. English is the language spoken at home by 93.4% of residents. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 75.0%, compared to 63.0% across Greater Sydney.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (31.8%), English (31.1%), and Irish (10.0%). Notably, Serbian (1.4%) and Welsh (0.9%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Menangle compared to the regional averages of 0.3% and 0.5%, respectively. Maltese ethnicity is slightly underrepresented at 2.0% compared to 2.3%.

Menangle ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Menangle's median age of 54 years is notably older than Greater Sydney's 37 and significantly higher than the Australian median of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 are particularly prominent at 16.6%, while the 25-34 group is comparatively smaller at 5.6% than in Greater Sydney. This concentration of those aged 75-84 is well above the national average of 6.0%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 8.5% to 9.2%, while the 65 to 74 cohort has declined from 13.1% to 11.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Menangle's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 75 to 84 age cohort projected to expand substantially, increasing by 670 people (202%) from 332 to 1,003.