Parklea

Population growth drivers in Parklea are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

As of Nov 2025, the population of the Parklea statistical area (Lv2) is estimated at around 3,688 people. This reflects an increase of 4 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,684 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 3,688, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and an additional 2 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,479 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 66.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For population projections moving forward, a population increase just below the median of national areas is expected, with the Parklea (SA2) expected to increase by 252 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 5.8% in total over the 17 years.

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

Parklea has received approximately 2 dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling around 13 homes. In FY-26 so far, there have been 0 recorded approvals. The population in Parklea has declined recently, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, creating a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $817,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. Compared to Greater Sydney, Parklea shows reduced construction activity, which generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. This limited new supply is also below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, maintaining Parklea's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than previously implied (68.0% at Census), reflecting strong demand for family homes despite densification trends.

With around 3658 people per dwelling approval, Parklea reflects a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Parklea is forecasted to gain 215 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

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Parklea ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Parklea has an educated workforce with professional services well represented. The unemployment rate is 2.0% and there was estimated employment growth of 3.9% in the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of September 2025, 1,507 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.2% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation lags at 40.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. Finance & insurance has a strong presence with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, while construction has limited presence at 5.7% compared to the regional 8.6%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census working population vs resident population counts. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 3.9% and labour force by 3.8%, reducing unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.4%, with unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Parklea's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Parklea had a median income among taxpayers of $63,143. The average income stood at $76,340. These figures are above the national average and compare to $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, current estimates as of September 2025 would be approximately $68,737 for median income and $83,104 for average income. Census data shows household incomes rank at the 95th percentile with weekly earnings of $2,832. The earnings profile indicates that 36.4% of residents (1,342 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% occupy this range. A substantial proportion of high earners, 46.3%, have incomes above $3,000 per week, suggesting strong economic capacity in Parklea. High housing costs consume 17.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 94th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Parklea displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Parklea's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 67.6% houses and 32.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 84.9% houses and 15.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Parklea was at 15.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 62.1% and rented ones at 22.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, below Sydney metro's average of $2,700. The median weekly rent in Parklea was $550, slightly higher than Sydney metro's figure of $540. Nationally, Parklea's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Parklea features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 90.2% of all households, including 63.3% couples with children, 15.8% couples without children, and 11.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 9.8%, with lone person households at 7.1% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 3.5 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 3.3 people.

Parklea demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Parklea's educational attainment is notably higher than national and state averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 53.1% have university qualifications, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in New South Wales (NSW). This high level of educational attainment positions the area favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 35.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%.

Vocational credentials are also widely held, with 28.2% of residents aged 15 and above possessing them. This includes advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (15.3%). Educational participation is notably high in Parklea, with 57.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 19.4% in primary education, 15.8% in secondary education, and 12.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Parklea has seven active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 22 different routes that collectively facilitate 1064 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 194 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 152 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 152 weekly trips per individual stop.

Parklea's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Parklea's health outcomes show excellent results with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all ages. Approximately 57% (~2,105 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and diabetes, affecting 5.6 and 5.2% of residents respectively. Around 79.0% report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 80.0% in Greater Sydney. About 7.4% (272 people) are aged 65 and over. While health outcomes among seniors are strong, they require more attention than the broader population.

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

Parklea has a high level of cultural diversity, with 44.7% of its population born overseas and 57.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Parklea, accounting for 41.7% of the population. Hinduism is notably overrepresented in Parklea compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 20.8% versus 20.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (26.2%), Indian (20.7%), and Australian (12.4%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Filipino is slightly overrepresented at 6.4%, Sri Lankan at 1.1%, and Serbian at 0.8% compared to regional percentages of 6.2%, 0.9%, and 0.2% respectively.

Parklea's population is younger than the national pattern

Parklea's median age in 2021 was 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, which is slightly below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Parklea had a higher percentage of residents aged 35-44 (21.4%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.6%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds was well above the national average of 14.2%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the 45 to 54 age group has increased from 14.4% to 16.2%, while the 15 to 24 cohort has risen from 14.1% to 15.8%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 20.7% to 19.0%. Demographic projections suggest Parklea's age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 45 to 54 age group is expected to grow by 32%, adding 191 residents and reaching a total of 789. In contrast, both the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are projected to decrease in number.