Narwee

Narwee is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Narwee is around 5,701, indicating a growth of 290 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,411. This increase reflects an estimated resident population of 5,556 in Jun 2024, along with 20 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is 4,489 persons per square kilometer, placing Narwee within the top 10% nationally. Since the Census, Narwee's growth of 5.4% is close to the SA4 region's 7.6%, showing strong fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 84.0% of recent population gains. Future projections, based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data (2024, base year 2022) and NSW State Government data (2022, base year 2021), suggest a median national increase by 2041.

Narwee is expected to grow by 6.7% in total over the years 2032 to 2041, reaching an estimated population of around 6,050 persons by 2041.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Narwee shows around 18 dwellings receiving development approval annually over the past five financial years ending June 2021. This totals an estimated 93 homes. In the current financial year, FY-26 (July 2021 to June 2022), 6 approvals have been recorded as of now. Narwee's population has declined in recent years, but housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, indicating a well-balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost value for new properties is $501,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This year, there have been $736,000 in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity. New building activity consists of 45.0% standalone homes and 55.0% medium and high-density housing, reflecting a trend towards denser development to provide accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

Narwee has around 659 people per dwelling approval, indicating a highly mature market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Narwee is projected to add 379 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Seven projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. Key projects include Rail Service Improvement Program - T4 Illawarra & Eastern Suburbs Line, Beverly Hills Town Centre Master Plan, Canterbury Road Mixed-Use Development - Roselands, and 956 Canterbury Road Apartment Development - Roselands. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Narwee remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Narwee has a well-educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate was 4.9% as of September 2025, compared to Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.7%.

Residents' participation in the workforce is lower than Greater Sydney's standard, at 65.2%. A significant proportion of residents work from home, with 39.9% doing so according to Census responses. Major industries for employment include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services. Narwee has a particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services employ only 9.3% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between the working population and resident population according to Census data. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 2.7%, while labour force grew by 3.9%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's employment growth of 2.1% and labour force expansion of 2.4%, resulting in an unemployment increase of only 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across different industry sectors. Applying these projections to Narwee's employment mix indicates potential local employment increases of 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Narwee has lower than average incomes nationally. The median income is $43,909 and the average is $56,623. In comparison, Greater Sydney's median income is $60,817 and average is $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $47,799 (median) and $61,640 (average). Census 2021 income data shows Narwee's household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly between the 19th and 31st percentiles. The largest segment comprises 28.9% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,647 residents), similar to the surrounding region at 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 79.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 24th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Narwee displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Narwee, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 50.4% houses and 49.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Narwee was at 26.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.9% and rented dwellings at 45.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area, as of the 2016 Census, was $2,166, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $354. Nationally, Narwee's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, as per the ABS data from June 2021, while rents were less than the national figure of $375 for the same period.

Narwee has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 69.9% of all households, including 34.6% couples with children, 21.5% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.1%, with lone person households at 27.1% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which aligns with the Greater Sydney average.

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

Narwee trail's residents aged 15+ have 30.7% university degree holders, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are held by 27.0%, with advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 15.5%. Educational participation is high, with 28.7% currently enrolled in formal education: 8.9% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 5.8% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.9% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 5.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Narwee has 40 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 8 different routes, collectively facilitating 2,995 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 133 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most Narwee residents commute outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 75%, while train usage stands at 18%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 39.9% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 427 trips per day, equating to approximately 74 weekly trips per individual stop.

Narwee's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Narwee. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. The rate of private health cover was relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~2,814 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area were arthritis and diabetes, impacting 6.2 and 5.7% of residents respectively. 76.3% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents had low chronic condition prevalence. The area had 20.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,168 people), higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors were particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Narwee has a population where 54.0% were born overseas, with 63.9% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Narwee, comprising 46.9%. Buddhism's representation is higher in Narwee at 7.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 4.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (28.5%), Other (17.7%), and English (10.5%). Notably, Lebanese (5.0%) and Greek (4.9%) populations are higher than regional averages of 2.6% and 1.9%, respectively. Filipino representation is also notable at 3.8%.

Narwee's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Narwee has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 years and Australia's median age of 38 years. Comparing Narwee's demographic with the Greater Sydney average, the 65-74 age group is notably overrepresented at 10.9%, while the 35-44 age group is underrepresented at 12.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 11.0% to 13.1% of Narwee's population. Conversely, the 35 to 44 age group has decreased from 14.7% to 12.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Narwee's age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow by 228 people (59%), from 387 to 616. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 73% of total population growth, reflecting Narwee's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.