North Richmond

Population growth drivers in North Richmond are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

North Richmond's population is estimated at around 6,988 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census when the suburb had a population of 6,358 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch estimates, which use ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and additional validated addresses since the Census date. North Richmond's growth rate of 9.9% exceeded the SA3 area (4.7%) and the SA4 region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 69.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other factors such as overseas migration and natural growth also being positive contributors. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, with a base year of 2021.

These projections estimate that North Richmond will increase by 665 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 8.3% over the 17 years.

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

North Richmond averaged 98 new dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 490 homes were approved, with another 36 so far in FY-26. On average, 1.3 people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these years, indicating balanced supply and demand.

Developers focused on premium market segments, with new homes valued at $523,000 on average. This year, $10.3 million in commercial development approvals were recorded, suggesting balanced commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, North Richmond had 250.0% higher new home approvals per person as of the latest data. Building activity has slowed recently but remains above national averages due to strong developer confidence. New developments consisted of 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

With around 105 people per dwelling approval, North Richmond exhibits growth area characteristics. By 2041, AreaSearch estimates an increase of 579 residents. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth exceeding current forecasts.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects likely to impact the area. Notable ones include Redbank Estate - Stage 8 & Future Stages, The Sanctuary North Richmond, New Richmond Bridge and Traffic Improvements, and North Richmond Woolworths & Retail Expansion. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment environment in North Richmond shows above-average strength when compared nationally

North Richmond has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate as of December 2025 is 2.7%. This rate is 1.5% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in North Richmond is at 63.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A high proportion, 30.2%, of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Construction is particularly specialized with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 5.4% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population data. In the 12-month period ending December 2025, labour force decreased by 4.7% and employment declined by 4.5%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that North Richmond's employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections against the local employment mix.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

North Richmond has a median taxpayer income of $55,313 and an average income of $68,301, based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is roughly in line with national averages, compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $60,214 (median) and $74,352 (average), accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, North Richmond's household, family, and personal incomes are around the 50th percentile nationally. The largest income segment comprises 32.2% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (2,250 residents), similar to the regional average of 30.9%. Housing affordability is severe, with only 81.2% of income remaining, ranking at the 46th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in North Richmond, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.4% houses and 19.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in North Richmond stood at 33.0%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (38.2%) or rented (28.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,340, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in North Richmond was $408, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, North Richmond's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

North Richmond has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 73.9% of all households, including 31.3% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 13.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 26.1%, with lone person households at 23.8% and group households making up 2.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 18.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational credentials are also common, with 41.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 12.2% of residents and certificates held by 29.7%. Educational participation is high, with 27.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (9.7%), secondary education (7.2%), and tertiary education (3.4%).

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

The analysis of public transport in North Richmond indicates that there are 66 active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops primarily service buses, with a total of 49 individual routes providing service to these locations. Collectively, these routes facilitate 465 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in North Richmond is rated as good, with residents typically residing approximately 268 meters from their nearest transport stop. As it is predominantly a residential area, most residents commute outward for work or other purposes. The car remains the primary mode of transportation for these residents, with a high percentage of 96%.

Vehicle ownership in North Richmond averages at 1.6 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a significant number of residents, specifically 30.2%, work from home, which may reflect the conditions brought about by COVID-19. The service frequency across all routes in North Richmond averages at 66 trips per day, equating to approximately 7 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in North Richmond is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

North Richmond faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

Approximately 54% of the total population (~3,769 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 9.5 and 9.3% of residents respectively. Conversely, 64.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 15.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,076 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

North Richmond ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

North Richmond's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 85.4% of its population born in Australia, 90.9% being citizens, and 92.7% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in North Richmond is Christianity, comprising 62.0% of the population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are English (29.8%), Australian (29.0%), and Irish (7.8%).

Notably, Maltese (3.7%) and Dutch (1.8%) populations in North Richmond are higher than regional averages of 1.0% and 0.7%, respectively. Additionally, Macedonian representation is slightly lower at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 0.4%.

North Richmond's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in North Richmond as of 2021 is 38 years, closely matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, North Richmond has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (7.2% vs. 6.7%) but fewer individuals aged 85 and above (0.6% vs. 1%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, North Richmond's median age decreased from 39 to 38 years. The population of those aged 35-44 increased from 12.3% to 13.9%, while the 25-34 age group grew from 14.1% to 15.5%. Conversely, the 65-74 age cohort decreased from 11.0% to 7.6%, and the 85+ group fell from 2.7% to 0.6%. By 2041, North Richmond's population is projected to experience significant changes in its age distribution. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 25%, reaching 627 individuals from the previous count of 503. Meanwhile, the number of children aged 0-4 is anticipated to decrease slightly.