Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Minto has an estimated 14,936 residents, up 7.1% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Minto.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Minto is located 38 kilometres west-southwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at around 14,936 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This represents an increase of 996 people (7.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 13,940 people. Minto has a comparatively young population, with a median age of 35, and many residents are couples with children. The area is highly culturally diverse, has a high share of residents born overseas, above-average household size, strong semi-detached housing presence and an above-average renting population.
Minto’s employment profile includes notable logistics, transport and healthcare sectors. The area also has relatively low sales volumes compared with its population. Its serene, family-friendly setting, parks and recreational facilities, dining and shopping options, and reputable schools contribute to its residential appeal.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Minto is located 38 kilometres west-southwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at around 14,936 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. This represents an increase of 996 people (7.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 13,940 people. Minto has a comparatively young population, with a median age of 35, and many residents are couples with children. The area is highly culturally diverse, has a high share of residents born overseas, above-average household size, strong semi-detached housing presence and an above-average renting population.
Minto’s employment profile includes notable logistics, transport and healthcare sectors. The area also has relatively low sales volumes compared with its population. Its serene, family-friendly setting, parks and recreational facilities, dining and shopping options, and reputable schools contribute to its residential appeal.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 11,356 in 2006 and 14,750 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,936 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.7%.
Minto ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 84th 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 Minto is $572 a week, up 4.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 28% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.0%.
28% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $405 in 2017, $599 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19/18 Westmoreland Road, Minto NSW 2566 | $420,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 50 Jersey Parade, Minto NSW 2566 | $879,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 237 Eagleview Road, Minto NSW 2566 | $950,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Cullen Place, Minto NSW 2566 | $1,105,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Tate Place, Minto NSW 2566 | $1,090,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Canada Close, Minto NSW 2566 | $980,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 108 Minto Road, Minto NSW 2566 | $999,990 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Guernsey Avenue, Minto NSW 2566 | $1,555,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/25 Porter Street, Minto NSW 2566 | $865,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 23 Baw Baw Avenue, Minto NSW 2566 | $1,360,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 12 May 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $950,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $572 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $790k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $950,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 12 May 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $599 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $461 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Campbelltown (NSW) | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Campbelltown (NSW), over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Outer South West | $649 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Outer South West, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 |
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Status of the 185 tracked applications: 86 approved, 34 under assessment, 65 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Minto (1 under construction) and 48 more in the surrounding area.
An upgrade to the South West Multicultural and Community Centre (SWMACC) in Minto, funded by the NSW Government through the Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program.
State Significant Development delivering approximately 112,000 sqm of warehouse and logistics facilities across staged development at Minto. The project includes high-clearance warehouses, offices, external hardstand storage, B-double access and sustainability initiatives including rooftop solar, EV charging and smart metering.
The Greater Macarthur Growth Area is a state-led priority growth area in south-west Sydney, planned for up to 58,000 new homes and up to 40,000 local jobs, comprising 18,000 infill homes and up to 40,000 greenfield homes.
Premium industrial park by ESR Australia delivering modern warehouse and distribution facilities with sustainability features including solar PV arrays, solar embedded network, LED lighting, EV charging stations, and rainwater recycling. Comprising two buildings each with two warehouse tenancies and mezzanine offices, targeting a 5-star Green Star v1 rating.
Vibrant retirement community in Sydneys Macarthur Region offering modern independent living apartments, affordable housing, residential aged care with dementia wing, and facilities including cafe, BBQ areas, playground, dog park, gym, and landscaped gardens.
The One Minto Renewal Project revitalised a 1970s public housing estate in Minto, transforming it into a mixed-tenure community with 1,150 affordable private and public homes (30% social housing, 70% private), including 1,150 new and 176 refurbished dwellings.
The Minto Resource Recovery Facility, operated by CR Plus, processes up to 450,000 tonnes per annum of construction and demolition waste into high-quality recycled materials. It features advanced crushing technology with 30% fewer emissions, on-site water recycling, and accepts bricks, concrete, and bitumen.
Proposed medium-density townhouse project on a government-disposed site opposite Minto Marketplace and near Minto Station. The NSW Government sold the 8,092 m2 parcel at 6-10 Pembroke Road to Montcliff Developments Pty Ltd in 2025.
The Campbelltown Sport and Health Centre of Excellence is an integrated high-performance sports science and community health facility at Campbelltown Sports Stadium in Leumeah.
New public preschool facility to serve the growing Leumeah community, providing early childhood education services in purpose-built accommodation.
Caledonia Estate is a residential land subdivision offering 14 large lots ranging from 500sqm to 2000sqm, including 3 duplex sites, in a rural-style setting within Sydney's southwest growth area. It provides opportunities to build custom homes with easy access to amenities, transport, schools, and shopping.
A major mixed-use precinct redevelopment transforming 3.8ha of industrial land into a vibrant hub near Leumeah Station. The proposal includes approximately 731 residential apartments, 36,326sqm of seniors living floor space, 21,240sqm of retail and commercial space, and 12,590sqm of public open space.
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 1, 2026 5, 2027 7, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 3. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 185 substantial development applications lodged in and around Minto over the past 5 years, 100 in the last 12 months; 34 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 18, 2023 16, 2024 23, 2025 30, 2026 (to Oct) 96.
Key application 50 Airds Road, Minto Commercial | $60m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 185 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 100 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 53 | ABS building approvals | 61st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 86 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 34 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Minto include: Minto Multicultural Community Centre Enhancement (Approved); Minto Logistics Hub (Construction); Greater Macarthur Growth Area - Glenfield to Macarthur Corridor (Planning); Glenfield to Campbelltown Infrastructure Upgrade (Construction); and Minto Industry Park (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Minto spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Communities, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Minto when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Minto area has seen 153 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Minto's current population of 14,936 has been supported by 53 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Minto has seen 3.7 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 192 people in the suburb of Minto, 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 Minto's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 53, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Minto has grown by approximately 563 people, while 264 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Population growth drivers in Minto are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,936 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,561 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,940 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 996 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.57 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Minto was estimated to be approximately 14,936 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,750 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Minto has added approximately 996 people and shown a 7.14% increase from the 13,940 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Minto is estimated at 1,561 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Minto has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Minto is driven by: Overseas migration (66.0%), Natural increase (34.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 66.0% of overall population gains.
Minto's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.0% | 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 | 35 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 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Minto at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Minto is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Minto compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Minto compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Minto show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (16.0% vs 11.8%). The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.6% of the population in the suburb of Minto as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.4% of the population in the suburb of Minto as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $54,900 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $60,933 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,646 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $691 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,824 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Minto is approximately $58,403. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $54,900.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Minto is approximately $64,821. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $60,933.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Minto is approximately $58,403 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,900 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Minto is approximately $64,821 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,933 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Minto's households (~36.7% / 1,542 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Minto is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.7% 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 Minto is $1,646/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Minto is $1,824/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Minto is $691/wk.
The suburb of Minto's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Minto's median income among taxpayers is $54,900 and the average income stands at $60,933, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,403 (median) and $64,821 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Minto is $5,650 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Minto's disposable income is $5,650 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Minto shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,299 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,879 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,835 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Minto has approximately 7,299 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Minto stands at 6.8%, which is 2.7 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Minto is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.6% of employment), retail trade (11.4%), and transport, postal & warehousing (10.0%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Minto 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 Minto is 68.4%, 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 Minto shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 19.6% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Minto's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many 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 Minto 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 | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 29.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
29.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Minto have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
42.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Minto have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Minto ranks in the 48th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Minto are: Bachelor Degree (18.8%), Certificate (18.5%), Advanced Diploma (9.7%).
35.3% of the population in the suburb of Minto is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.6% in primary school, 9.1% in secondary school, 6.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Minto is 1013, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 9 schools within the suburb of Minto, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,909 students.
The suburb of Minto includes 6 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Minto features high concentrations of couples with children and single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 47.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,205 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,505 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Minto had 4,205 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.1% to an estimated 4,505 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Minto is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.9%), group households (2.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,356 family households, couples with children account for 47.2% of all households, couples without children at home 16.4%, and single parent families 14.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Minto shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.8% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.9% 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 Minto have an average of 1.8 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 51.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.2% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 17.9% of all households in the suburb of Minto, 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 2.3% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Minto is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 48.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 54.9% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 45.1% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 80.6% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 51.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
Minto scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 48.2% of its population born overseas and 54.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Minto was found to be Christianity, which makes up 38.7% of people in Minto. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 24.2% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Minto are Other, comprising 35.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Australian, comprising 15.4% of the population, and English, comprising 13.7% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 3.6% of Minto (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Filipino at 3.8% (vs 2.0%) and Indian at 7.5% (vs 3.6%).
48.2% of the suburb of Minto population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
54.9% of the population in the suburb of Minto speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.6% of the suburb of Minto population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
80.6% of the suburb of Minto population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Minto is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 38.5% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 42.8% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Minto, 18.6% of homes are owned outright, 42.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 38.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Minto are houses.
In the suburb of Minto, 4.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 16.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Minto stands at 18.6%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Minto is $2,100, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Minto is $1,482, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Minto, households with mortgages typically spend 29.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Minto is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Minto shows mortgage holders spending 29.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Minto consists of 79.8% detached houses, 16.2% semi-detached dwellings, 4.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Minto consumes approximately 20.8% of median household income ($7,127 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Minto show attached dwellings contributing 45% of approvals compared to 20% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 55% of applications versus 80% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Minto is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
Around 49.2% of people in the suburb of Minto are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Minto, 6.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.5% of people in the suburb of Minto are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.8% of the suburb of Minto population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Minto have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Minto, 49.2% 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 | 84 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 84th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 109 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,988 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 138 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 44 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 26.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 109 public transport stops within the suburb of Minto.
The suburb of Minto has 4,988 weekly trips across 44 routes, averaging 712 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 190 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 374 m away and the nearest school 458 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 109 stops nearby, 4,988 weekly trips, access rating 84 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 45th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 374 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 458 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 886 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 889 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 922 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 928 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 991 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.9 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 are 11 long day care centres with 765 places in Minto, about 1.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Minto when compared nationally.
Minto ranks in the 81st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Minto's resilient property market has recorded 191 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 90% residential, 8% commercial and 2% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in Minto are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Minto's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Minto shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Educational attainment in Minto sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Minto features high concentrations of couples with children and single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Minto is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Minto is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Health performance in Minto is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
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.
Minto has an estimated 14,936 residents, up 7.1% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Minto.
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 Minto.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households 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 (SAL12653). 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 (Oct 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Minto 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 Minto 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.
