Moorebank

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

As of February 2026, the population of Moorebank is estimated at around 12,484 people. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,408 people in the suburb. The latest estimate from AreaSearch, based on examination of ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and validated new addresses, shows a resident population of 12,371. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,006 persons per square kilometer for Moorebank. The suburb's population growth of 9.4% since the 2021 Census exceeded both the state average of 7.8% and the Greater Sydney average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% of overall population gains in recent periods for Moorebank.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas covered by this data, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, Moorebank is expected to grow by 2,087 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 15.8% in total over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Moorebank recorded around 172 residential properties granted approval per year. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 861 homes were approved. As of FY-26108 dwellings have been approved so far.

The average new residents per year per dwelling constructed over these five years was 0.7. This indicates that the new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, offering ample buyer choice and creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. New properties are being constructed at an average value of $381,000. In FY-26, $298.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity. Relative to Greater Sydney, Moorebank has 98.0% more development activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. This is well above average nationally, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises 34.0% detached dwellings and 66.0% medium and high-density housing.

This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns, which are currently 82.0% houses. This shift suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The location has approximately 76 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate Moorebank will gain 1,974 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 47 projects potentially impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Moorebank Intermodal Precinct, Hammondville Park Master Plan and Sports Field Upgrade (Stage 2), M5 Motorway Westbound Traffic Upgrade, and Moore Point. The following list details those most pertinent.

Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.

Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.

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

Moorebank has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 2.3% in the past year. Employment growth was estimated at 5.1%.

As of December 2025, 6,763 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8%, below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation was 72.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Home-based work was high at 43.6% according to Census responses. Key industries included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.

Transport, postal & warehousing showed notable concentration with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services had lower representation at 7.3%. The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.9, indicating substantial local employment opportunities. In the year to December 2025, employment increased by 5.1% while labour force grew by 5.0%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.2%, labour force expanded by 2.3%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Moorebank. Over five years, national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6%. Applying these projections to Moorebank's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over the same period. Over ten years, national employment is forecast to grow by 13.7%, with Moorebank's projected growth at 13.3%.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Moorebank had a median taxpayer income of $60,663 and an average income of $71,318. These figures are higher than national averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively in Greater Sydney. Based on Wage Price Index growth from financial year 2023 to September 2025 (an increase of 8.86%), estimated median and average incomes for Moorebank would be approximately $66,038 and $77,637 respectively as of that date. In the 2021 Census, Moorebank's household income ranked at the 78th percentile ($2,201 weekly) and personal income at the 58th percentile. Income analysis shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 34.7% of residents (4,331 people), similar to regional levels where 30.9% fall within this range. Higher earners comprise a substantial 31.1%, indicating strong purchasing power in the area. High housing costs consume 18.2% of income, yet disposable income ranks at the 74th percentile. Moorebank's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Moorebank is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in Moorebank as 82.3% houses and 17.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moorebank stood at 27.7%, similar to Sydney metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.4% and rented ones at 22.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500 in Moorebank, higher than the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was $500 in Moorebank, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Moorebank's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,500 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375 at $500 weekly.

Moorebank features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 83.5% of all households, including 49.0% couples with children, 21.0% couples without children, and 12.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 16.5%, with lone person households accounting for 14.5% and group households making up 2.1%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 26.5%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are held by 33.5% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificates at 21.0%. Educational participation is high, with 32.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.6% in primary education, 8.5% in secondary education, and 4.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Moorebank has 98 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 29 different routes that together facilitate 1,260 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 198 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential region, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 87% of residents, while trains are used by 7%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in Moorebank, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant 43.6% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 180 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 12 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Moorebank is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Moorebank demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were low among the general population but neared the nation's average for older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover was found to be very high at approximately 55% of the total population (~6,881 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were asthma and arthritis, impacting 6.3 and 6.0% of residents respectively, while 76.7% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 13.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,647 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but rank lower nationally than those of the broader population.

Moorebank is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Moorebank has a high level of cultural diversity, with 34.6% of its population born overseas and 44.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Moorebank is Christianity, accounting for 61.3% of the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 10.2% of Moorebank's population versus 6.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (17.6%), Australian (17.0%), and English (13.9%), which is lower than the regional average of 19.0%. Some ethnic groups show significant differences in representation: Lebanese at 7.4% versus 2.6%, Greek at 5.2% versus 1.9%, and Vietnamese at 4.2% versus 1.8%.

Moorebank's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Moorebank's median age in 2021 was 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 and modestly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Moorebank had a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.4%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.6%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the population aged 15-24 grew from 11.1% to 13.4%, while the 35-44 age group declined from 17.2% to 16.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Moorebank's age profile. The 25-34 cohort is projected to grow by 28%, adding 408 residents to reach 1,857. Conversely, the 35-44 group is expected to decrease by 55 residents.