Primbee

Primbee has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of May 2026, Primbee's population is estimated at around 1,620 people, reflecting a decrease of 3 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 1,623. This estimate is based on AreaSearch's analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by them since the Census date. The population density in Primbee stands at approximately 503 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential room for further development. Overseas migration was primarily responsible for population growth in recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered by the former data.

Applying growth rates from these aggregations to all areas until 2041 indicates an overall population decline, with Primbee's population expected to grow by 0 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are anticipated to grow, notably the 25 to 34 age group projected to increase by 34 people.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Primbee according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Primbee has seen around 13 new homes approved annually. Between FY2021 and FY2025, approximately 68 homes were approved, with a further 12 approved so far in FY2026. Despite population decline over recent years, development activity has been adequate relative to other areas, benefiting buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $591,000, indicating focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year, $3.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting Primbee's residential character. Compared to Rest of NSW, Primbee has slightly more development, with 35.0% above regional average per person over the past five years, maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods.

Recent construction comprises 62.0% detached dwellings and 38.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from existing housing patterns (currently 82.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 161 people per dwelling approval, Primbee shows characteristics of a low density area. Population projections indicate stability or decline, which should reduce housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers in the future.

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

Area infrastructure changes greatly affect local performance. Two AreaSearch-identified projects may impact this area: Warrawong Community Health Centre, Lake Illawarra Entrance Options Study, Southern Suburbs Community Centre and Library, Warrawong Plaza Redevelopment. Most relevant projects are listed below.

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Employment conditions in Primbee face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Primbee has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate, as of December 2025, is 10.1%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. In this month, 671 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 6.1% higher than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Primbee stands at 55.5%, which is below Regional NSW's 60.5%. Census responses indicate that a moderate 23.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Notably, the area has a high concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

However, agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with only 0.5% employment compared to the regional average of 5.3%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.4%, while employment declined by 0.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.2 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 1.2%, labour force contract by 0.8%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insight into potential future demand within Primbee. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Primbee's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Primbee is below the national average. The median income is $51,672 and the average income stands at $62,663. This contrasts with Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $57,005 (median) and $69,130 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family and personal incomes in Primbee all fall between the 22nd and 23rd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 445 residents earn $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, comprising 27.5% of the population, consistent with broader trends across the region showing 29.9% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 22nd percentile nationally.

Primbee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Primbee, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 81.5% houses and 18.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Primbee stood at 42.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 26.4% and rented dwellings at 31.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,904, exceeding Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Primbee was recorded at $350, compared to Regional NSW's figure of $330. Nationally, Primbee's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Primbee features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 65.6% of all households, including 26.7% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.4%, with lone person households at 32.3% and group households comprising 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Regional NSW average.

Primbee faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 17.2%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them. Advanced diplomas account for 9.2% and certificates for 29.6%.

A total of 24.8% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary, 5.0% in secondary, and 4.0% in tertiary education.

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

Primbee has 20 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 19 different routes that collectively facilitate 558 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 117 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most residents commute outward using private vehicles, which remain the dominant mode of transportation at 93%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in the area. According to the 2021 Census, 23.6% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 79 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 27 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Primbee is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data for Primbee shows significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 52% of the total population (around 838 people). The most common medical conditions are arthritis, impacting 10.6% of residents, and mental health issues, affecting 9.3%. Notably, 64.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age population faces significant health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. Primbee has 23.1% of residents aged 65 and over (374 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Primbee records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Primbee's population shows higher-than-average cultural diversity, with 19.2% born overseas and 15.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Primbee, accounting for 62.1%, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (26.2%), English (23.0%), and Other (7.1%).

Notably, Spanish (1.7%) and Macedonian (3.2%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Primbee compared to regional averages of 0.3% and 0.4%, respectively. Hungarian ethnicity is also slightly higher at 0.5%.

Primbee hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Primbee's median age is 44 years, similar to Regional NSW's 43 and above the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Primbee has a higher percentage of residents aged 55-64 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (11.0%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the age group 35-44 has increased from 11.0% to 12.1%, while the 75-84 cohort has risen from 7.8% to 8.8%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 15.3% to 13.7%, and the 0-4 group has dropped from 5.9% to 4.6%. By 2041, Primbee's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 13 people (to 227), while the 45-54 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to decline in population.