Pemulwuy

Population growth drivers in Pemulwuy are above average 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. This growth rate of 8.7% exceeded the state's growth rate of 7.8%. The population density stands at 401 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential for further development. Overseas migration contributed approximately 82.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Pemulwuy. AreaSearch, following ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in June 2024 with a base year of 2022, estimates that the suburb's population will grow by 177 persons to reach 6,190 by 2041. This projected growth reflects an increase of 1.3% over the 17-year period.

For areas not covered by ABS/Geoscience Australia projections, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Pemulwuy recorded around 59 residential properties granted approval per year. Approximately 295 homes were approved over the past 5 financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, with an additional 22 approved so far in FY-26. Despite population decline in recent years, new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering buyers good choice.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $535,000, indicating a developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. This year, $13.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting steady commercial investment activity. New development consists of 57.0% detached houses and 43.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 75.0% houses).

This reflects decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 56 people per approval, Pemulwuy is developing at a rate that should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Pemulwuy to grow by 76 residents through to 2041.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified a total of 23 projects expected to influence the area. Notable projects include Westmead Innovation Quarter, The Rise Pemulwuy Residential Development, and Westmead Rise Stage 2 - Aspect by Deicorp. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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

Pemulwuy has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 4.0%. As of December 2025, 3,471 residents were employed at a 1.4% lower unemployment rate than Greater Sydney's 4.2%, and workforce participation was higher at 76.2%.

Census data showed 52.4% worked from home, potentially impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment concentrations include health care & social assistance, education & training, and finance & insurance, with the latter being particularly strong at 1.4 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services were under-represented at 8.4% compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area hosted more jobs than residents, with a worker-to-resident ratio of 1.1.

Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 4.0%, labour force by 4.1%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May-25, project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Pemulwuy's employment mix suggests local employment should grow 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

The suburb of Pemulwuy has one of the highest income levels in Australia, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Pemulwuy is $75,587, with an average income of $91,685. These figures are higher than those for Greater Sydney, which stand at $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $82,284 (median) and $99,808 (average). Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Pemulwuy rank highly nationally, between the 85th and 94th percentiles. The income bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 is dominant, with 30.6% of residents (1,839 people), which aligns with broader trends across the broader area showing 30.9% in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners, at 44.6%, indicates strong economic capacity throughout the area. High housing costs consume 16.9% of income, but 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

Dwelling structure in Pemulwuy, as per the latest Census, consisted of 74.7% houses and 25.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metropolitan area had 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 Pemulwuy was $2,511, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Pemulwuy was $570, compared to Sydney metro's $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 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 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, 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

In Pemulwuy, the educational attainment significantly exceeds national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 43.1% possess university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. This high level of educational attainment positions the area favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 28.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%).

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.0% of residents holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificates at 14.6%. Educational participation is notably high, with 35.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. 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 serving buses. These stops are covered by 11 different routes, offering a total of 1,275 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is considered good, with residents usually within 200 meters of the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most commuters travel outward. Cars dominate at 89%, while trains account for 6%. Average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.6, exceeding the regional average.

In 2021 Census data (possibly influenced by COVID-19), 52.4% of residents work from home. Service frequency averages 182 trips daily across all routes, equating to about 51 weekly trips per 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 remarkable results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups. Approximately 63% of Pemulwuy's total population (3,793 people) had private health cover, higher than Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions were asthma (6.1%) and arthritis (4.5%). 80.3% of residents declared no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Pemulwuy has 9.5% of residents aged 65 and over (571 people), lower than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors were strong, generally aligning with national rankings.

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 high 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, making up 14.8%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups are Other (24.7%), Australian (12.8%), and Indian (10.3%). Notably, Filipino (5.6%) and Lebanese (4.1%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Pemulwuy compared to regional averages.

Pemulwuy's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Pemulwuy is 38 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Pemulwuy has a higher percentage of residents aged 45-54 (18.9%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (8.4%). This concentration of 45-54 year-olds is well above the national average of 12.0%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 11.6% to 18.4%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has risen from 14.5% to 18.9%. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort has declined from 19.4% to 15.7%, and the 25 to 34 group has dropped from 10.8% to 8.4%. By 2041, Pemulwuy's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 28%, reaching 644 people from the current 505. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 57% of projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.