Menangle Park

Menangle Park 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 Nov 2025, the estimated population of Menangle Park is around 2,087. This figure reflects a significant increase from the 2021 Census which reported a population of 224 people. The growth can be inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 1,799 based on their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), along with an additional 905 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 239 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's population growth since the 2021 census, at 831.7%, surpassed both the state (6.7%) and metropolitan area averages, positioning Menangle Park as a notable growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this significant growth.

AreaSearch's projections for Menangle Park are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a 2022 base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a 2021 base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to Menangle Park for the years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics predict exceptional growth, placing the suburb in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 278 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a decline of 75.8% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Menangle Park among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Menangle Park recorded around 139 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 695 homes. So far in FY2026108 approvals have been recorded. Between FY2021 and FY2025, new construction matched or outpaced demand with an average of just 0 new residents per year arriving per new home.

The average value of new dwellings was $417,000, below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options for purchasers. Compared to Greater Sydney, Menangle Park had 9542.0% higher new home approvals per person in FY2026, suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. Recent construction comprised 75.0% detached houses and 25.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns, currently at 100.0% houses, suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The location has approximately 1 person per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Given stable or declining population forecasts, Menangle Park may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Given stable or declining population forecasts, Menangle Park may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Menangle Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Menangle and Menangle Park Wastewater and Water Servicing, Menangle Park Master Planned Community, Spring Farm Parkway Stage 1, and Spring Farm Parkway Stage 1. The following list details those most relevant.

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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 2022 shows Menangle Park's median income among taxpayers is $56,553. The average income in the area is $64,906. Nationally, the median income is approximately $56,871 with an average of $73,234. In Greater Sydney, the median income is $56,994 and the average is $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Menangle Park would be approximately $63,684 (median) and $73,091 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes in Menangle Park rank at the 46th percentile, family incomes at the 47th, and personal incomes also at the 47th percentile. The distribution data shows that 34.6% of locals (722 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, which is similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Menangle Park, with only 80.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 43rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Menangle Park's dwellings were entirely houses as of the latest Census. This contrasts with Sydney metro's mix of 78.5% houses and 21.5% other dwellings such as apartments or semi-detached homes. Home ownership in Menangle Park stood at 30.6%, compared to mortgaged dwellings at 20.8% and rented ones at 48.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,712, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,100. Median weekly rent in Menangle Park was $500, higher than Sydney metro's $380. Nationally, Menangle Park's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

Menangle Park features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 71.0% of all households, including 29.0% couples with children, 23.2% couples without children, and 11.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 29.0%, with lone person households at 18.8% and group households comprising 4.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, aligning with the Greater Sydney average.

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 7.8%, significantly below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 0.0% and graduate diplomas also at 0.0%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 44.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 6.9% and certificates at 37.2%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.7% in primary education, 11.7% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education. Menangle Park is anchored by Broughton Anglican College, serving 1,365 students as of a specific date. The area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1088). All schools offer integrated K-12 education, providing continuity throughout students' academic journey. The area functions as an education hub with 65.4 school places per 100 residents – significantly above the regional average of 17.1 – attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Menangle Park has 20 active public transport stops. These include both train and bus services. There are 22 different routes operating in total, providing 1,930 weekly passenger trips combined.

The average distance from a resident's location to the nearest transport stop is 59 meters. Across all routes, there are approximately 275 daily trips, which translates to about 96 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Menangle Park is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts

Menangle Park faces significant health challenges with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across all age groups, but slightly more so among older cohorts. As of 2016, approximately 53% (~1,097 people) of Menangle Park's total population had private health cover, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 49.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area were arthritis (10.7%) and heart disease (7.7%). However, 65.5% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to 70.3% across Greater Sydney. Menangle Park has 14.9% of residents aged 65 and over (310 people), with health outcomes among seniors requiring more attention than the broader population.

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

Menangle Park's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 87.1% of its population being citizens, 93.4% born in Australia, and 96.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Menangle Park, comprising 56.7% of people, compared to 51.8% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were English at 34.6%, Australian at 33.2%, and Scottish at 7.9%.

Notably, Polish (1.8%) and Maltese (2.5%) were overrepresented in Menangle Park compared to regional averages of 0.6% and 0.8% respectively. Additionally, the representation of Australian Aboriginal was lower than the regional average, with 2.5% versus 3.1%.

Menangle Park's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Menangle Park is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. The 15-24 cohort is over-represented at 17.7% locally compared to Greater Sydney's average, while the 25-34 cohort is under-represented at 11.5%. This concentration of the 15-24 age group is higher than the national average of 12.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows that from June 2021 to June 2022, the 45 to 54 age group grew from 10.1% to 12.8%, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 3.9% to 6.2%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 15.4% to 11.9%, and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 7.9% to 5.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Menangle Park. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by -47% (-28 people), reaching 32 from 60, while both the 85+ and 75 to 84 age groups are expected to have reduced numbers.