North Richmond

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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the population of North Richmond is estimated at 7,146 as of May 2026. This reflects a growth of 788 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,358. The change was inferred from a resident population estimate of 7,143 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 327 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 323 persons per square kilometer. North Richmond's growth of 12.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (5.0%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 69.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for North Richmond, with an expected increase of 1,266 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 17.7% over the 16 years.

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

North Richmond averaged approximately 98 new dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, around 490 homes were approved, with an additional 49 approved in FY-26 so far. Each dwelling built over the past five financial years resulted in an average of 2.2 new residents.

The average expected construction cost value for new homes was $523,000, indicating a focus on premium developments. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalled $10.3 million. Compared to Greater Sydney, North Richmond had 239.0% higher new home approvals per person as of recent years. The area showed a balance between detached houses (78.0%) and townhouses or apartments (22.0%), maintaining its low-density nature. With around 106 people per dwelling approval, North Richmond exhibited growth area characteristics.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is projected to grow by approximately 1,263 residents through to 2041. Current construction levels are expected to meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

North Richmond has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 14 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Redbank North Richmond - Masterplanned Community, The Sanctuary North Richmond, New Richmond Bridge and Traffic Improvements, and North Richmond Woolworths & Retail Expansion. Below is a list of most relevant projects.

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

North Richmond has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.6%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 3473 residents are employed at an unemployment rate of 1.6% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in North Richmond lags behind Greater Sydney's, at 61.9% compared to 68.8%. Census responses indicate that 30.2% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Construction is particularly specialized with an employment share 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, as suggested by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Analysis of SALM and ABS data over a 12-month period shows labour force decreasing by 4.1% while employment declined by 4.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to North Richmond's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

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

The suburb of North Richmond has a median taxpayer income of $55,313 and an average income of $68,301 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is approximately average nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,021 (median) and $75,350 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in North Richmond cluster around the 50th percentile nationally. Looking at income distribution, the largest segment comprises 32.2% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (2,301 residents), aligning with the region where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.2% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 46th percentile nationally. 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

In North Richmond, as per the latest Census evaluation, 80.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 19.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Sydney's metropolitan area, where 55.9% of dwellings are houses and 44.1% are other types. Home ownership in North Richmond stood at 33.0%, with mortgaged properties making up 38.2% and rented dwellings accounting for 28.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,340, lower than Sydney's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in North Richmond was $408, compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, North Richmond's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,340 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $408 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 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 constitute the remaining 26.1%, with lone person households at 23.8% and group households comprising 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 (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (29.7%).

Educational participation is high, with 27.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.7% in primary education, 7.2% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

North Richmond has 66 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 49 different routes that collectively facilitate 465 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in the area is rated as good, with residents typically located 268 meters from their nearest transport stop. The majority of residents commute outward due to its primarily residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation at 96%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 30.2% of residents work from home, potentially reflecting COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 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 based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is found to be fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population (~3,854 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were mental health issues impacting 9.5% of residents and arthritis impacting 9.3%. 64.2% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 20.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,486 people), which is higher than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. 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 had a cultural diversity level below average, with 85.4% of its population born in Australia, 90.9% being citizens, and 92.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in North Richmond, comprising 62.0% of people, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were English (29.8%), Australian (29.0%), and Irish (7.8%).

Notably, Maltese, Dutch, and Macedonian groups had higher representations than the regional averages: Maltese at 3.7% vs 1.0%, Dutch at 1.8% vs 0.7%, and Macedonian at 0.3% vs 0.4%.

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

The median age in North Richmond is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, the 75-84 age cohort is notably over-represented in North Richmond at 8.9%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 14.1%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 35-44 age group has grown from 12.3% to 13.3% of the population, whereas the 65-74 cohort has declined from 11.0% to 9.7%. Population forecasts for North Richmond indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 53%, adding 340 people and reaching a total of 976 from the current 635. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 51% of this growth. The 0-4 age group, however, is projected to grow more modestly at 4%, adding only 21 residents.