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The median house price in Miller is $995k, with units at $1.00m. House values have moved 5.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Miller has an estimated 3,459 residents, up from 3,374 at the 2021 Census — a change of 85 people, or 2.5%. That puts 2,724 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to census analysis from the ABS and recent address confirmations from AreaSearch, the suburb of Miller has a projected residency of 3,459 in May 2026. This marks a growth of 85 individuals (2.5%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,374 residents. The estimate builds upon the ABS June 2025 release indicating 3,456 residents, supplemented by 17 validated new addresses registered after the census. With this population level, the density stands at 2,723 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Miller in the top quartile of Australian regions analyzed.
International migration drove the growth, accounting for approximately 52.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. Projections utilize 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia SA2 datasets based on 2022. For areas lacking coverage, 2022 projections from the NSW State Government based on 2021 are used. Growth trends across age brackets from these groupings are applied from 2032 to 2041. Future expectations point to above-median growth rates nationally, with the suburb of Miller predicted to add 684 residents by 2041 based on these combined SA2 figures, translating to a total growth of 19.7% over the 16-year span.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
50 new dwellings have been approved in Miller over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 26, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Miller typically registers about 10 residential building approvals annually. Over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), 50 dwellings were approved, with another 24 approvals recorded during FY-26. Dwellings built from FY-21 to FY-25 corresponded to an average population increase of just 0.9 people per year per home. This shows that the pace of building meets or exceeds demand, giving buyers plenty of options and allowing for population growth beyond estimated limits. The average anticipated construction cost for these new properties is $222,000, which sits below the average for the broader region and offers more affordable entry points.
Development volume in Miller is significantly below the regional average per capita, showing a deficit of 85.0% compared to Greater Sydney. This constrained pipeline supports demand and values for existing properties. Construction rates also sit below the national average, reflecting a mature market that may face planning limits. The approved pipeline consists of 71.0% detached homes and 29.0% attached dwellings, maintaining a classic suburban feel that caters to families looking for space. The suburb averages approximately 405 residents for every new dwelling approval, confirming its established state. Long-term forecasts suggest Miller will add 681 residents by 2041. If current construction rates do not increase, housing supply may fall behind population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Miller, worth an estimated $31 million. A further 27 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.11 billion. 10 are already under construction and 9 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, developments, and planning decisions significantly affect regional performance. Two projects have been identified as having a likely impact on the area. Notable projects include Avala Apartments Miller, Spring Square by Poly Bankstown, M5 Motorway Westbound Upgrade, and Busby Social Housing for Seniors, with those most relevant detailed below.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Avala Apartments Miller
Residential shop top housing development comprising 145 apartments (26 x 1 bedroom, 107 x 2 bedroom, 12 x 3 bedroom) across 3 buildings up to 9 storeys, with ground floor retail, 380 car spaces across two basement levels, 66 bike spaces, and communal open space. The site involves demolition of an existing car park, removal of trees, and relocation of a Telstra communications tower. Development consent was granted by the Sydney West Joint Regional Planning Panel in June 2016.
Hurlstone Agricultural High School Upgrade
NSW Department of Education upgrade to Hurlstone Agricultural High School, delivering two new dormitory buildings with 180 beds, staff accommodation, common rooms and modern amenities, plus a new farm hub with dairy, milking, animal, storage, irrigation, hydroponic and co-located learning facilities. The boarding facilities and farm hub are finished and in use, with a new sports oval and amenities due for student use in Term 1 2026.
M5 Motorway Westbound Upgrade
Upgrade of the M5 Motorway westbound between Moorebank Avenue and the Hume Highway to reduce congestion and improve safety. Key features include a new three-lane bridge over the Georges River and rail corridors, removal of the traffic weave, additional lanes, improved freight access, and a new shared user path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Bonnyrigg Town Hub Precinct (Stages 12-13)
A key phase of the 30-year Bonnyrigg Renewal, Stages 12 and 13 focus on the Town Hub Precinct. The project involves the delivery of approximately 600 new homes in a mixed-tenure model, including 185 social housing units. Infrastructure works include a new link road between Bonnyrigg Avenue and Tarlington Parade, a 9,000sqm junior play park, and super lots for future mid-rise apartment buildings (up to six storeys) and townhouses. Construction of the link road and site preparation commenced in early 2026.
Canvas at Bonnyrigg
Canvas is a masterplanned community within the 81-hectare Bonnyrigg Estate renewal (Stages 8-11), delivering 210 private land lots and 65 new social housing dwellings. The precinct features a landmark 9,000sqm junior play park with a basketball court, picnic areas, and bike loops. As of May 2026, the project is in the final stages of subdivision and home construction, with the final land release nearly sold out. The development is a partnership between Traders In Purple and Homes NSW to revitalize the area with new roads and high-quality residential infrastructure.
Prestons Grove Estate
Residential subdivision development in Prestons featuring 33 registered lots for modern family living. The estate is nestled in a quiet community with easy access to Edmondson Park railway station, plus M5 and M7 highways. Over 90% sold, marketed by Australian Land & Housing.
Prestons Logistics Estate
Large-scale industrial warehouse and distribution centre development by ESR Group (formerly LOGOS Property). Prestons Logistics Estate features world-class logistics facilities spanning over 141,000sqm, with major tenants including Toll, Volvo Group Australia, and The Gateway Group.
Bonnyrigg Estate Renewal - Humphries Precinct (Canvas)
An essential phase of the $400 million Bonnyrigg Estate redevelopment (stages 8 to 11) known as the Humphries Precinct. This masterplanned community, branded as Canvas, is transforming the former social housing estate into a mixed-tenure precinct with 210 private land lots and 65 social housing units managed by SGCH. The project includes the new Junior Play Park, extensions to Bishop Crescent, and enhanced road connectivity to the Bonnyrigg town hub. Current progress includes civil works and the final release of land lots to the private market.
875 residents of Miller are employed, from a labour force of 1,096. Unemployment sits at 20.2%, with participation at 40.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce displays a mix of white and blue collar jobs, with significant representation in industrial and manufacturing fields. Last year, the workforce grew by an estimated 2.2%. In March 2026875 residents were employed. The unemployment rate reached 20.2%, which is 16.0% higher than the 4.1% rate in Greater Sydney, indicating potential for labor market improvements. Workforce participation is low, sitting at 40.3% compared to the Greater Sydney rate of 69.1%. Census records show 16.2% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Manufacturing shows high local specialization, with a share that is 2.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 1.6% of employment compared to 11.5% across the region. The comparison between the working population at the census and local resident numbers suggests this residential area provides few local jobs. Analysis of data from March 2026 shows that local employment rose by 2.2% while the labor force grew by 3.8%, leading to a 1.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period in Greater Sydney, employment rose by 1.9%, the labor force expanded by 1.9%, and unemployment decreased slightly. Future demand trends can be assessed through the national employment forecasts from May-25. These five and ten-year national forecasts have been mapped against the local employment profile. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these trends to the local workforce mix suggests local employment could rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Miller is $825 a week (about $43,000 a year), with median personal income at $435 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $37,635 a year against an average of $43,659. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 shows local incomes are lower than the national average. The median income among taxpayers is $37,635, while the average is $43,659, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be $41,519 for median income and $48,165 for average income. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes all fell between the 0th and 1st percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 28.9% of taxpayers, earning between $400 - 799 weekly (999 residents), whereas the dominant bracket in the wider region is $1,500 - 2,999 at 30.9%.
Financial pressure is common, with 49.3% of households living on weekly incomes below $800. Only 74.8% of household income remains after housing costs, placing the area in the 2nd percentile for housing affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Miller had 1,104 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 28% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 66% rented and 16% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $201 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month. Rent absorbs 24.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 50.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data reveals that housing in Miller consists of 68.0% houses and 32.0% other options like townhouses and apartments, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings in Greater Sydney. Homeownership rates stand at 15.9%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with 18.1% of properties mortgaged and 66.0% rented. The median monthly mortgage cost of $1,800 is below the Greater Sydney average of $2,427. The median weekly rent of $201 is also lower than the metropolitan median of $470. Locally, mortgage repayments are below the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Miller counted 1,104 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 12% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 62.6% of households, consisting of couples with children at 25.4%, couples without children at 11.7%, and single parents at 23.5%. The remaining 37.4% are non-family households, including lone-person households at 35.2% and group homes at 2.2%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
9.1% of adults in Miller hold a university qualification, including 6.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 94% of areas nationally. A further 22.5% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,442 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 914 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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University graduation rates are low, with 9.1% of residents holding degrees compared to 38.0% across Greater Sydney. This highlights an opportunity for educational outreach. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 6.6%, followed by postgraduate studies at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 0.7%. Vocational education is prominent, with 31.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of 9.1% with advanced diplomas and 22.5% with certificates. Enrolment in education is high, with 34.5% of the local population engaged in study. This includes 14.4% in primary schools, 10.6% in secondary schools, and 3.3% in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Miller reaches 35 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local public transport network features 35 active bus stops. These stops serve 26 routes, which provide 1,066 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with the average distance to a stop being 119 meters. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with 81% using cars, 9% using trains, and 6% using buses. The average vehicle ownership of 0.9 per household is below the regional average. In the 2021 Census, 16.2% of residents worked from home, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.
Bus routes provide an average of 152 trips per day, which averages out to approximately 30 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.6% of residents in Miller report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 94% of areas nationally. 11.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Substantial health concerns exist in the area, according to data on mortality rates and chronic illnesses. These issues affect both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 44% of residents (~1,532 people) covered, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most common diagnoses, affecting 9.3% and 9.1% of residents. About 64.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Chronic illnesses also affect the working-age cohort. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 15.6% of the population (539 people), and health outcomes for this group are in line with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.3% of Miller residents were born overseas and 52.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 85% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (18.2%) and English (15.1%). 3.9% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population displays cultural diversity, with 39.3% born overseas and 52.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 43.5% of the population. Islam is also highly represented at 26.5%, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%. The top ancestral backgrounds are Other at 21.2% (above the regional average of 16.0%), Australian at 18.2%, and English at 15.1%. Specific backgrounds are highly represented compared to the wider region, with Lebanese at 10.6% (compared to 2.6% regionally), Samoan at 3.6% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Vietnamese at 8.6% (compared to 1.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Miller is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 28.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age is 35 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and the national average of 38 years. The 15 - 24 age bracket represents 17.0% of the population, which is a high share compared to the region, while the 25 - 34 bracket is lower at 11.5%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 group has expanded from 14.8% to 17.0% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 13.3% to 12.3%. Projections for 2041 suggest significant demographic shifts, with the 75 to 84 bracket expected to increase by 147 people (87%) from 169 to 317, while declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Miller
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 17 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,374 at the 2021 Census → 3,459 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL12628). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.