Narromine

Narromine has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Narromine is around 4,651, reflecting an increase of 43 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 4,608. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population as 4,650 based on their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 48 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio is approximately 2.4 persons per square kilometer. Narromine's growth rate of 0.9% since the census is within 1.9 percentage points of the SA4 region's growth rate of 2.8%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Natural growth contributed about 75.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, the suburb of Narromine is expected to have an overall population decline of 627 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts like those aged 85 and over are projected to grow, with an increase of 47 people anticipated in this group.

The level of residential development activity in Narromine is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Narromine averaged around 9 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 49 homes were approved, with another 8 so far in FY-26. The population decline over recent years suggests that new supply has likely been keeping up with demand, offering good choice to buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $589,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year, there have been $3.5 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Narromine shows substantially reduced construction (63.0% below regional average per person), which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. This level is also below national average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity consists of 64.0% detached houses and 36.0% townhouses or apartments, expanding medium-density options and creating a mix of opportunities across price brackets. This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 93.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs.

The estimated count of 519 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. With population projections showing stability or decline, Narromine should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Narromine has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones are Macquarie Estate, Rail Corridor Program - Narromine To Gowrie, Narromine Water Treatment Plant, and Narwonah Material Distribution Centre. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Narromine maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Narromine's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate was 2.8% as of December 2025, according to AreaSearch's statistical area aggregation. This figure is below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%, which was 1.1% higher.

Workforce participation in Narromine was 56.6%, slightly lower than Regional NSW's 60.5%. Census data showed that only 11.6% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries were agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Narromine had a particular specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 3.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, accommodation & food services employed only 4.6% of local workers, below Regional NSW's 7.8%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparison between working population and resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 5.3%, with a simultaneous 5.7% decline in employment, leading to an unemployment rate increase of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 1.2% employment decline and a 0.8% labour force decline, with the same 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Narromine's employment could grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections against the local employment profile.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 indicates Narromine had a median taxpayer income of $46,292 and an average income of $54,856. Nationally, these figures are lower than the averages of $52,390 and $65,215 in Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $51,069 (median) and $60,517 (average). Census 2021 income data shows Narromine's household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly between the 20th and 30th percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 30.5% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (1,418 residents), similar to the broader area where 29.9% fall within this range. Housing costs are modest with 88.3% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 26th percentile nationally.

Narromine is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Narromine's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.2% houses and 6.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Narromine was higher at 42.7%, with the rest mortgaged (32.4%) or rented (24.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,213, below Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent was $250, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Narromine's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,213 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Narromine has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households compose 69.4 percent of all households, including 26.1 percent couples with children, 28.9 percent couples without children, and 13.2 percent single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.6 percent, with lone person households at 28.4 percent and group households comprising 2.3 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Narromine faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 15.3%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (32.8%). Educational participation is high, with 33.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 14.4% in primary, 10.3% in secondary, and 2.0% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.4% in primary education, 10.3% in secondary education, and 2.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Narromine has 219 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 29 different routes that together facilitate 1,021 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's location to the nearest transport stop is 166 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility. Most residents commute outward due to the area's residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 92% of residents, while walking accounts for 6%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 11.6% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 145 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 4 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the locations of the 100 nearest stops to the area's centrepoint.

Health performance in Narromine is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Narromine faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both younger and older age groups have notable prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is very low at approximately 49% of Narromine's total population (~2,264 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.1%) and asthma (9.6%). 63.8% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age residents face substantial health challenges with high chronic condition rates. Narromine has 22.0% of its population aged 65 and over (1,023 people), lower than Regional NSW's 23.4%. Health outcomes among seniors present notable challenges, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

The latest Census data sees Narromine placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Narromine was found to have below-average cultural diversity. Its population composition showed that 85.8% were citizens, 95.7% were born in Australia, and 98.2% spoke English only at home. The predominant religion in Narromine was Christianity, with 72.4% of people identifying as such, compared to the Regional NSW average of 55.9%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were Australian (33.4%), English (29.0%), and Australian Aboriginal (15.3%), which was significantly higher than the regional average of 4.6%. Notably, Maltese ethnicity was overrepresented in Narromine at 0.3%, compared to the regional average of 0.4%.

Narromine's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Narromine is 39 years, which is significantly lower than Regional NSW's average of 43 but closely aligned with Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Narromine has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (10.5%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 increased from 10.9% to 12.5%, while the 75-84 age group rose from 7.3% to 8.6%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group decreased from 15.6% to 13.7%, and the 55-64 age group fell from 13.1% to 11.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Narromine's age structure. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 34 people, reaching 181 from 134. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 83% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 45-54 and 25-34 age groups are projected to decrease in number.