Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Milperra has an estimated 4,592 residents, up 12.7% since the 2021 Census, with 50 projects tracked in the area around Milperra.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated approximately 23 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Milperra combines steady demographic expansion with significant property and infrastructure investment. As of Aug 2026, the suburb's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) stands at roughly 4,592, reflecting a post-2021 Census increase of 518 people (12.7%) from the previously recorded base of 4,074 residents.
Milperra is characterised by a stable community profile with a median age of 39 and a predominance of married families and couples with children. The suburb displays an above-average household size alongside strong rates of outright home ownership. In the workforce, local employment features a notable base in the education sector along with elevated representation in wholesale trade, reinforcing the established socioeconomic foundations of the suburb of Milperra.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated approximately 23 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Milperra combines steady demographic expansion with significant property and infrastructure investment. As of Aug 2026, the suburb's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) stands at roughly 4,592, reflecting a post-2021 Census increase of 518 people (12.7%) from the previously recorded base of 4,074 residents.
Milperra is characterised by a stable community profile with a median age of 39 and a predominance of married families and couples with children. The suburb displays an above-average household size alongside strong rates of outright home ownership. In the workforce, local employment features a notable base in the education sector along with elevated representation in wholesale trade, reinforcing the established socioeconomic foundations of the suburb of Milperra.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,959 in 2006 and 4,502 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,592 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.8%.
Milperra ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 82nd for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Milperra is $988 a week, up 21.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 25% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
25% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $610 in 2017, $1,000 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Towner Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,405,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 29 Pozieres Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,520,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 38 Eynham Road, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,535,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Ruthven Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,500,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Cowper Court, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,650,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Striders Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,665,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 60 Raleigh Road, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,420,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 21 Keys Parade, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,600,000 | 18 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 29 Armentieres Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,400,000 | 18 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Warlencourt Avenue, Milperra NSW 2214 | $1,510,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 9 Mar 2026 (the latest settled 19 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $1,537,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $988 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +21.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.54m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.28m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,537,500 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 9 Mar 2026 to 19 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,000 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +21.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Bankstown | $727 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bankstown, over 12 months | +2.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner South West | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner South West, over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 139 tracked applications: 95 approved, 17 under assessment, 27 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 50 projects in and around Milperra, 10 of them under construction.
Stage 2 of the Milperra Drain widening project delivered by the City of Canterbury Bankstown to increase flood conveyance capacity and reduce flood risk for Milperra and surrounding suburbs. The project widens approximately 800 metres of the drain following completion of Stage 1 and forms part of Council's ongoing flood mitigation program.
A retail and dining precinct at the gateway corner of Bankstown Airport, at the intersection of Tower Road and Henry Lawson Drive. Originally conceived as a 5-hectare mixed-use development including a supermarket, mini brewery, dining precinct, and medical services, the project has been scaled and refined.
Development consent granted for the demolition of existing industrial structures and construction of a modern two-storey multi-level warehouse and distribution facility offering approximately 44,000 sqm of gross floor area.
The Georges Cove Marina is an approved maritime facility on the Georges River featuring 186 wet berths, a private clubhouse, and onsite refueling and sewage pump-out facilities.
Council-led active transport program delivering approximately 23.5 km of new priority footpaths across 58 locations throughout Canterbury-Bankstown. Works improve pedestrian safety, accessibility and connections to schools, parks, transport hubs and community facilities as part of the NSW Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program.
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a 4-5 storey residential flat building comprising 42 affordable housing apartments over basement carparking. The project is delivered by Homes NSW to expand social and affordable housing stock in South West Sydney.
Riverlands by Mirvac is a residential masterplanned community in Milperra on the former Riverlands Golf Course, with 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes now selling. The project includes over 310 attached and detached dwellings, a community facility, riverfront public walkway, recreational areas and revegetation works beside the Georges River.
Moore Point is a major 32-hectare urban renewal project transforming former industrial land on the banks of the Georges River into a mixed-use riverside precinct.
Georges Cove Residences is a completed masterplanned riverside residential community developed by Mirvac in partnership with Benedict Industries at Moorebank in Sydney's south-west.
Development of a premium 4.9-hectare infill industrial estate across two stages, delivering 28,200 sqm of high-quality industrial product with flexible tenancy options (from 3,500 sqm to 7,000 sqm for 30-40 Alfred Road) in Sydney's South West.
Proposed 8-storey mid-rise residential apartment building with 40 residences on Marco Avenue, Revesby. The project is in planning and is awaiting development approval from Canterbury-Bankstown Council. The site is approximately 250 metres from Revesby Railway Station and the Revesby shopping village.
Upgrade of the M5 Motorway westbound carriageway between Moorebank Avenue and the Hume Highway to eliminate dangerous weaving and reduce traffic congestion.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 8, 2027 10, 2028 3, 2029 2, 2030 1. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 139 substantial development applications lodged in and around Milperra over the past 5 years, 107 in the last 12 months; 17 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 5, 2023 3, 2024 12, 2025 13, 2026 (to Nov) 106.
Key application 373 Horsley Road, Milperra Commercial | $48m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 139 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 107 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 16.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 70 | ABS building approvals | 70th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 95 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 17 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Milperra include: WSU Milperra Masterplanned Community (Planning); Milperra Drain Widening - Stage 2 (Construction); Bankstown Airport Gateway Retail Precinct (Construction); The Gateway (Construction); and Creating a Walking City - Canterbury-Bankstown (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Milperra spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Business Parks & Technology Hubs, and Communities, among others.
The suburb of Milperra ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Milperra among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Milperra area has seen 182 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Milperra's current population of 4,592 has been supported by 70 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Milperra has seen 16.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 48 people in the suburb of Milperra, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Milperra's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 70, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Milperra has grown by approximately 360 people, while 349 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Milperra reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,592 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 855 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,074 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 518 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.37 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Milperra was estimated to be approximately 4,592 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,502 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Milperra has added approximately 518 people and shown a 12.71% increase from the 4,074 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Milperra is estimated at 855 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Milperra has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Milperra is driven by: Overseas migration (55.00000000000001%), Natural increase (45.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 55.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Milperra's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Milperra at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Milperra is 2 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Milperra compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Milperra compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Milperra is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.7% of the population in the suburb of Milperra as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.8% of the population in the suburb of Milperra as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,210 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,819 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,117 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $806 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,326 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Milperra is approximately $69,370. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,210.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Milperra is approximately $83,848. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,819.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Milperra is approximately $69,370 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,210 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Milperra is approximately $83,848 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,819 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Milperra's households (~31.8% / 423 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Milperra is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Milperra is $2,117/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Milperra is $2,326/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Milperra is $806/wk.
The suburb of Milperra shows a median taxpayer income of $65,210 and an average of $78,819 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,370 (median) and $83,848 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Milperra is $7,708 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Milperra's disposable income is $7,708 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Milperra ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,393 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,567 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,470 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Milperra has approximately 2,393 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Milperra stands at 3.1%, which is 1.0 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Milperra is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are education & training (13.5% of employment), construction (12.8%), and health care & social assistance (11.5%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Milperra has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Milperra is 68.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Milperra shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 13.5% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Milperra's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Milperra sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.6% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
20.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Milperra have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
41.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Milperra have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Milperra ranks in the 54th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Milperra are: Certificate (26.1%), Bachelor Degree (14.6%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
29.2% of the population in the suburb of Milperra is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Milperra is 1042, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Milperra, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,180 students.
The suburb of Milperra includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Milperra features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 44.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,330 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,499 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 83.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Milperra had 1,330 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.7% to an estimated 1,499 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Milperra is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 83.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.9%), group households (1.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,104 family households, couples with children account for 44.5% of all households, couples without children at home 25.8%, and single parent families 11.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Milperra shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 83.0% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.9% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Milperra have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 56.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 15.9% of all households in the suburb of Milperra, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.1% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Milperra was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 79.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.7% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
Milperra was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 17.6% of its population born overseas and 20.4% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Milperra was found to be Christianity, which makes up 69.2% of people in Milperra. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Milperra are Australian, comprising 27.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, English, comprising 22.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 8.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Lebanese is notably overrepresented at 5.7% of Milperra (vs 2.6% across Greater Sydney), Greek at 3.7% (vs 1.9%) and Maltese at 1.4% (vs 1.0%).
17.6% of the suburb of Milperra population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
20.4% of the population in the suburb of Milperra speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.0% of the suburb of Milperra population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
93.7% of the suburb of Milperra population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Milperra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 42.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 46.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $538 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Milperra, 42.5% of homes are owned outright, 46.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Milperra are houses.
In the suburb of Milperra, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Milperra stands at 42.5%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Milperra is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Milperra is $1,465, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Milperra, households with mortgages typically spend 28.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Milperra is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Milperra shows mortgage holders spending 28.3% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 25.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Milperra consists of 94.5% detached houses, 5.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Milperra consumes approximately 16.0% of median household income ($9,167 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Milperra show attached dwellings contributing 65% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 35% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Milperra's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 64th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
Around 56.4% of people in the suburb of Milperra are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Milperra, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.3% of people in the suburb of Milperra are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the suburb of Milperra population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Milperra have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Milperra, 56.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 82 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 56 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,918 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 90 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 36 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 43.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 56 public transport stops within the suburb of Milperra.
The suburb of Milperra has 1,918 weekly trips across 36 routes, averaging 274 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 173 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 331 m away and the nearest GP 424 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 56 stops nearby, 1,918 weekly trips, access rating 82 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 49th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 331 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 424 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 495 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 508 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 534 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 792 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 60 places in Milperra, about 4.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Milperra among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Milperra has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 5% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Milperra's tightly held property market has recorded 96 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 91% residential and 9% commercial transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Milperra reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Milperra's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Milperra ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Educational attainment in Milperra sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Milperra features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Milperra was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Milperra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Milperra's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Milperra has an estimated 4,592 residents, up 12.7% since the 2021 Census, with 50 projects tracked in the area around Milperra.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Milperra.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL12636). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Milperra from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Milperra with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
