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Moss Vale has an estimated 10,061 residents, up 8.1% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Moss Vale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 108 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Moss Vale has an estimated population of 10,061 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP (Estimated Resident Population) counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has increased by 751 people (8.1%) since the 2021 Census, when 9,310 people were recorded.
The suburb of Moss Vale has notable employment in wholesale trade, hospitality, administration and real estate, alongside substantial representation among residents aged 65 to 84. Residents include a high proportion of older australians. The area is experiencing strong population expansion and exceptionally high sales activity relative to its population size.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,460 in 2006 and 9,804 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,061 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 13.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.9%.
Moss Vale ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 81st for population growth.
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 Moss Vale is $690 a week, up 10.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 19% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.4%.
19% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $478 in 2017, $702 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Darraby Drive, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,375,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Yarrawa Street, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $945,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Watkins Drive, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,325,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Lansdown Place, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,100,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 43 Cherry Tree Close, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $800,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Sagewick Place, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,800,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Old Oak Place, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,560,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Spencer Street, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,267,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 East Street, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,030,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Eliza Street, Moss Vale NSW 2577 | $1,875,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 10 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,045,000 (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 | $690 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.4% | 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 | $793k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,045,000 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Aug 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $702 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $515 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Southern Highlands | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Southern Highlands, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | 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 260 tracked applications: 133 approved, 79 under assessment, 48 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 11 projects in Moss Vale (2 under construction) and 37 more in the surrounding area.
A master-planned residential community in Moss Vale, featuring over 1,200 prestige homes and land lots, more than 20% green open spaces…
The Southern Highlands Innovation Park is a 1,053-hectare industrial employment precinct between Moss Vale and Berrima in NSW.
DA-approved medium density project in Moss Vale delivering 50 double-storey terraces and villas on a 2.1ha site at 603 Argyle Street.
A $68 million upgrade to Moss Vale Station and Stabling Yard to achieve Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport compliance and…
A major bypass route designed to divert heavy vehicle and through-traffic from the Moss Vale town centre.
Stage 1 of the Moss Vale Bypass will deliver a two-lane road from Beaconsfield Road to Suttor Road, including a new bridge over the Main…
New residential development project in central Moss Vale location on Throsby Street providing additional housing opportunities for the…
124 hectare master-planned residential community developed by Novm (formerly Aoyuan International).
100 kilowatt solar system installation - the shire's largest renewable energy project generating approximately 150,000 kWh annually…
State Significant Development by Purple Cow Industries for construction and operation of resource recovery facility processing up to…
Boutique industrial strata unit complex with 10 units located in Moss Vale Enterprise Corridor.
An upgrade to the Bowral Sewage Treatment Plant using advanced technology to improve wastewater treatment and increase capacity for…
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 2, 2025 7, 2026 6, 2027 3, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 260 substantial development applications lodged in and around Moss Vale over the past 5 years, 169 in the last 12 months; 79 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 5, 2022 16, 2023 22, 2024 23, 2025 32, 2026 (to Oct) 162.
Key application 10 Bowman Road, Moss Vale Mixed Use | $74m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 260 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 169 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 9.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 89 | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 133 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 79 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Moss Vale include: Moss Vale Station and Stabling Yard Upgrade (Completed); Ashbourne Moss Vale (Construction); Argyle Street Terraces, Moss Vale (Approved); Southern Highlands Innovation Park (SHIP) (Planning); and Moss Vale Bypass (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Moss Vale spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Moss Vale among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Moss Vale area has seen 239 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Moss Vale's current population of 10,061 has been supported by 89 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Moss Vale has seen 9.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 81 people in the suburb of Moss Vale, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Moss Vale's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 89, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Moss Vale has grown by approximately 582 people, while 447 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.3 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.
Moss Vale lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,061 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 129 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,310 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 751 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 78.21 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Moss Vale was estimated to be approximately 10,061 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,804 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Moss Vale has added approximately 751 people and shown a 8.07% increase from the 9,310 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Moss Vale is estimated at 129 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Moss Vale has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Moss Vale is driven by: Overseas migration (95.0%), Natural increase (5.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 95.0% of overall population gains.
Moss Vale hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.8% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Moss Vale at 44 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Moss Vale is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Moss Vale compared to the Regional NSW region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 13.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Moss Vale compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Moss Vale is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.7% of the population in the suburb of Moss Vale as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.2% of the population in the suburb of Moss Vale 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) | $55,245 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,269 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,511 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $766 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,001 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Moss Vale is approximately $58,770. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,245.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Moss Vale is approximately $80,071. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,269.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Moss Vale is approximately $58,770 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,245 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Moss Vale is approximately $80,071 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,269 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Moss Vale's households (~29.9% / 1,077 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Moss Vale is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.9% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Moss Vale is $1,511/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Moss Vale is $2,001/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Moss Vale is $766/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Moss Vale is above the national average, with the median assessed at $55,245 while the average income stands at $75,269. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,770 (median) and $80,071 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Moss Vale is $5,420 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Moss Vale's disposable income is $5,420 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Moss Vale significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 57.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,615 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,533 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,709 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Moss Vale has approximately 4,615 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Moss Vale stands at 2.0%, which is 2.1 percentage points below Regional NSW'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 Moss Vale is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), accommodation & food (10.6%), and construction (9.9%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.6% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Moss Vale has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Moss Vale is 57.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The suburb of Moss Vale shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 10.6% of the local workforce compared to 7.8% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the 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 Moss Vale's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 13.1% growth, ranking 4th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Moss Vale ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
25.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Moss Vale have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
35.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Moss Vale have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The suburb of Moss Vale ranks in the 66th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Moss Vale are: Certificate (27.0%), Bachelor Degree (16.7%), Advanced Diploma (11.8%).
28.2% of the population in the suburb of Moss Vale is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.5% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 2.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Moss Vale is 1038, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Moss Vale, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,467 students.
The suburb of Moss Vale includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Moss Vale has a typical household mix, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,603 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,894 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 68.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Moss Vale had 3,603 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.1% to an estimated 3,894 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Moss Vale is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 68.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.0%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,479 family households, couples with children account for 27.4% of all households, couples without children at home 29.3%, and single parent families 11.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Moss Vale shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Moss Vale have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 48.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.4% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 29.0% of all households in the suburb of Moss Vale, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Moss Vale ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 91.1% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 81.9% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
Moss Vale was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.7% of its population being citizens, 81.9% born in Australia, and 91.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Moss Vale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.1% of people in Moss Vale. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Moss Vale are English, comprising 31.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 28.0% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 9.0% of Moss Vale (vs 8.0% across Regional NSW), Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and Lebanese at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
18.1% of the suburb of Moss Vale population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
8.9% of the population in the suburb of Moss Vale speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
2.0% of the suburb of Moss Vale population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
87.7% of the suburb of Moss Vale population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Moss Vale 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 | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 39.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.8% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Moss Vale, 39.9% of homes are owned outright, 32.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Moss Vale are houses.
In the suburb of Moss Vale, 3.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Moss Vale stands at 39.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Moss Vale is $2,000, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Moss Vale is $1,127, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Moss Vale, households with mortgages typically spend 30.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Moss Vale is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Moss Vale shows mortgage holders spending 30.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 26.5% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Moss Vale consists of 86.8% detached houses, 8.1% semi-detached dwellings, 3.0% apartments, and 2.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Moss Vale consumes approximately 17.2% of median household income ($6,543 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Moss Vale show attached dwellings contributing 17% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 83% of applications versus 87% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Moss Vale's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 58th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
Around 54.9% of people in the suburb of Moss Vale are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Moss Vale, 5.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the suburb of Moss Vale are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.0% of the suburb of Moss Vale population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Moss Vale have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Moss Vale, 54.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 73 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 158 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,993 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 62 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 18.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 158 public transport stops within the suburb of Moss Vale.
The suburb of Moss Vale has 2,993 weekly trips across 49 routes, averaging 427 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 154 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 847 m away and the nearest school 901 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 158 stops nearby, 2,993 weekly trips, access rating 73 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 847 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 901 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 12.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Moss Vale among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Moss Vale ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Moss Vale's sought-after property market has recorded 353 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 77% residential, 7% commercial and 16% vacant land transactions.
Moss Vale lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Moss Vale hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Moss Vale significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
The educational profile of Moss Vale ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Moss Vale has a typical household mix, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
Moss Vale ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Moss Vale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Moss Vale's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Moss Vale has an estimated 10,061 residents, up 8.1% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Moss Vale.
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 Moss Vale.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 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 (SAL12750). 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 Moss Vale 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 Moss Vale 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.