Pemulwuy

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

As of February 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Pemulwuy is around 6,013, reflecting an increase of 481 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,532. This change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 5,912 as of June 2024, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS, and an additional 207 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 401 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's growth rate of 8.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the state average of 7.8%, 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, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, 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, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected in the suburb of Pemulwuy, with an anticipated expansion of 441 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 0.1% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Pemulwuy when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Pemulwuy recorded around 59 residential properties granted approval per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 295 homes were approved, with a further 21 approved so far in FY26. The population has been declining recently, suggesting new supply is keeping up with demand and offering good choice for buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $535,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. In FY26, $13.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting steady commercial investment activity. New development consists of 57% detached houses and 43% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 75% houses).

This suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles requiring more diverse housing options. With around 56 people per approval, Pemulwuy is considered a developing area. By 2041, it is projected to grow by approximately five residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Twenty-three infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Westmead Innovation Quarter, The Rise Pemulwuy Residential Development, The Rise Pemulwuy, and Westmead Rise Stage 2 - Aspect by Deicorp. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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

Pemulwuy has a highly educated workforce. Professional services have strong representation in the area. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

Over the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 2.5%. This data is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 3453 residents are employed. The unemployment rate in Pemulwuy is 1.4% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is higher than standard at 76.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 52.4% of residents work from home. However, Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered in this figure. Employment in Pemulwuy is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and finance & insurance. The area has a particularly strong specialization in finance & insurance, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. Professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 8.4% of Pemulwuy's workforce compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. There is 1.1 worker for every resident in Pemulwuy, indicating it functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 2.5%, while labour force increased by 2.9%. This resulted in a rise of 0.4 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insight into potential future demand within Pemulwuy. These projections estimate national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Pemulwuy's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years.

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 based on latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Its median income among taxpayers is $75,587 and average income stands at $91,685, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes are approximately $82,284 and $99,808 respectively, considering a Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Pemulwuy rank highly nationally, between the 85th and 94th percentiles. Income brackets indicate that 30.6% of residents (1,839 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, consistent with broader trends across the area showing 30.9% in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners, 44.6%, are above $3,000/week, indicating strong economic capacity throughout the area. High housing costs consume 16.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 93rd percentile. 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

The dwelling structure in Pemulwuy, as per the latest Census, consisted of 74.7% houses and 25.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Pemulwuy was at 19.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (57.8%) or rented (22.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,511, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was $570, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Pemulwuy's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and 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 account for 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 make up the remaining 14.3%, consisting of lone person households at 13.3% and group households at 0.8%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is 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

Pemulwuy's educational attainment exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15+, 43.1% have university qualifications compared to Australia's 30.4% and NSW's 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 28.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 27.0% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (14.6%).

Educational participation is high, with 35.0% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.1% in primary, 9.9% in secondary, 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 rated as good, with residents typically living within 200 meters of the nearest stop. In this predominantly residential region, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 89% of residents, while trains are used by 6%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in Pemulwuy, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 52.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 182 trips per day, equating to approximately 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

Pemulwuy's health outcomes show excellent results according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 63% of the total population (3,793 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%.

Nationally, it stands at 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are asthma and arthritis, affecting 6.1 and 4.5% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 80.3%, reported being completely free from medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Pemulwuy has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 11.2% (673 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, aligning with national rankings for 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. Christianity is the main religion in Pemulwuy, comprising 55.6% of people. Hinduism is overrepresented in Pemulwuy, making up 14.8% of the population compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (24.7%), Australian (12.8%), and Indian (10.3%). Notably, Filipino, Lebanese, and Maltese ethnicities have higher representations in Pemulwuy than regionally.

Pemulwuy's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Pemulwuy is close to Greater Sydney's average at 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Pemulwuy has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (16.4%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.3%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the age group 15-24 has grown from 11.6% to 15.4%, while the 45-54 cohort increased from 14.5% to 16.4%. Conversely, the 35-44 cohort has declined from 19.4% to 16.9% and the 25-34 group dropped from 10.8% to 9.3%. By 2041, Pemulwuy's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 65-74 group is projected to grow by 38%, reaching 440 people from 318. This aging population trend will see those aged 65 and above comprise 61% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, declines are projected for the age groups 0-4 and 15-24.