Pemulwuy

Population growth drivers in Pemulwuy are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Pemulwuy is around 6,578. This reflects an increase of 1,046 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,532. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 6,575 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 207 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 439 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's growth rate of 18.9% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state's growth rate of 7.1% and the Greater Sydney area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 82.0% 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. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering projected demographic shifts, the suburb is anticipated to expand by 122 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 1.8% in total over the 16 years.

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

Pemulwuy has recorded approximately 59 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 295 homes were approved, with an additional 111 approved so far in FY-26. On average, about 1.3 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years, suggesting a balanced supply and demand dynamic.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $535,000, indicating a focus on premium segment development. This financial year has seen $13.5 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting steady investment activity. The new development mix consists of 57.0% detached houses and 43.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from the area's current housing composition (75.0% houses).

This change may reflect decreasing developable sites and evolving lifestyle needs. With around 58 people per approval, Pemulwuy is considered a developing area. By 2041, it is projected to grow by 119 residents, with current development rates expected to comfortably meet demand, potentially supporting further growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 24 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Westmead Innovation Quarter, The Rise Pemulwuy Residential Development, The Rise Pemulwuy, and New Hyland Road Sporting Complex. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Pemulwuy demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Pemulwuy has an educated workforce. Professional services are well-represented. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 8.4%. As of December 2025, 4,261 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 1.3% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Pemulwuy is 83.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%.

According to Census responses, 52.4% of residents work from home, but Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and finance & insurance. Finance & insurance employment share is 1.4 times the regional level. Professional & technical employment is under-represented at 8.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. There are 1.1 workers per resident as of the Census. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 8.4% while labour force increased by 8.6%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Pemulwuy's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Pemulwuy suburb has one of Australia's highest income levels according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year ended June 2023. Median income among taxpayers was $75,587 with average income at $91,685, compared to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. With a 10.32% increase in wages from financial year 2023 to March 2026 (based on Wage Price Index growth), estimated incomes would be approximately $83,388 median and $101,147 average by that date. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes rank highly in Pemulwuy, between the 85th and 94th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate 30.6% of residents (2,012 people) fall within the $1,500-$2,999 bracket, similar to broader area trends at 30.9%. Notably, 44.6% of residents earn above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity. High housing costs consume 16.9% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 93rd percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Pemulwuy is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Pemulwuy, as per the latest Census evaluation, 74.7% of dwellings were houses while 25.3% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes and apartments. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan areas where 55.9% of dwellings are houses and 44.1% are other types. Home ownership in Pemulwuy stood at 19.4%, with mortgaged properties making up 57.8% and rented dwellings accounting for 22.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,511, exceeding Sydney's metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Pemulwuy was recorded at $570, compared to Sydney's metropolitan average of $470. Nationally, Pemulwuy's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863 while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.7% of all households, including 55.7% couples with children, 18.8% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 14.3%, with lone person households at 13.3% and group households at 0.8%. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

Educational attainment in Pemulwuy is notably high, with 43.1% of residents aged 15 years and above holding university qualifications as of the latest data. This figure surpasses both national (30.4%) and NSW state (32.2%) averages. University graduates make up a significant portion at 28.7%, followed by postgraduate degree holders at 11.7% and graduate diploma holders at 2.7%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 27.0% of residents aged 15 years and above possessing them.

This includes advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (14.6%). Current educational participation is high, with 35.0% of residents enrolled in formal education as of the latest figures. This includes 14.1% in primary education, 9.9% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Pemulwuy has 25 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 11 different routes that together facilitate 1,275 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered good, with residents typically located just 200 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential zone, most commuting in Pemulwuy is outward-bound. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport, used by 89% of residents, while trains are used by 6%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant 52.4% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 182 trips per day, equating to roughly 51 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results in Pemulwuy based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 63% of the total population (4150 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney, which is higher than the national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and arthritis, affecting 6.1 and 4.5% of residents respectively, while 80.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney.

Pemulwuy has 9.8% of residents aged 65 and over (644 people), which is lower than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Pemulwuy has a high level of cultural diversity, with 42.9% of its population born overseas and 48.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The dominant religion in Pemulwuy is Christianity, comprising 55.6% of the population. Hinduism, however, is significantly overrepresented, making up 14.8% compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other at 24.7%, Australian at 12.8%, and Indian at 10.3%. Notably, Filipino, Lebanese, and Maltese ethnicities are also overrepresented in Pemulwuy compared to regional averages: Filipino at 5.6% vs 2.0%, Lebanese at 4.1% vs 2.6%, and Maltese at 3.1% vs 1.0%.

Pemulwuy's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Pemulwuy as of the 2021 Census was 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Pemulwuy had a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (19.5%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (8.7%), with the former being well above the national average of 12.0%. Between the 2016 and 2021 Censuses, Pemulwuy's median age increased by 1.2 years to 38 years. The proportion of residents aged 15-24 grew from 11.6% to 18.9%, while those aged 45-54 increased from 14.5% to 19.5%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 declined from 19.4% to 14.9%, and those aged 5-14 decreased from 17.2% to 14.2%. By 2041, Pemulwuy's age composition is projected to shift notably. The 25-34 age group is expected to grow by 28% (160 people), reaching 733 from 572. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 53% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, both the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are expected to have reduced numbers.