Primbee

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

As of February 2026, the estimated population of Primbee is around 1,620, a decrease of 3 people from the 2021 Census figure of 1,623. This decrease was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,615 in June 2024 and validation of 10 new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 503 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration primarily drove recent population growth in Primbee. For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia's SA2-level data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for covered areas and NSW State Government's SA2-level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 for uncovered areas.

Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas until 2041, with Primbee expected to increase by 10 persons by then, reflecting a reduction of 0.9% over the 17-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis, Primbee has seen approximately 15 new home approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 79 homes were approved, with an additional 13 approved so far in FY-26. The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New home construction values average $591,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment. This year, $3.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting Primbee's residential character. Compared to Rest of NSW, Primbee records 55.0% more building activity per person. New development consists of 67.0% standalone homes and 33.0% townhouses or apartments, offering options across different price points.

With around 110 people per dwelling approval, Primbee exhibits low density characteristics. Stable or declining population forecasts suggest less housing pressure in the future, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects likely affecting this region. Notable initiatives include Warrawong Community Health Centre, Lake Illawarra Entrance Options Study, Southern Suburbs Community Centre and Library, and Warrawong Plaza Redevelopment. Below are details of those most relevant.

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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 essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 10.2% as of AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025653 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 6.3%, which is 2.5 percentage points higher than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Primbee was 53.8%, lagging behind Rest of NSW's 61.5%. According to Census responses, 23.6% of residents worked from home. The dominant employment sectors were health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Notably, transport, postal & warehousing had employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

However, agriculture, forestry & fishing was under-represented with only 0.5% of Primbee's workforce compared to Rest of NSW's 5.3%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparison. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.4%, and employment declined by 2.0%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 1.4 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW experienced an employment decline of 0.5% and labour force decline of 0.1%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 estimated that national employment would expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates varied significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Primbee's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows Primbee's median income is $51,672 and average income is $62,663. This is lower than national averages of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average) in Rest of NSW. By September 2025, considering an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes are approximately $56,250 (median) and $68,215 (average). The 2021 Census reveals Primbee's household, family, and personal incomes fall between the 22nd and 23rd percentiles nationally. In Primbee, 27.5% of residents earn between $1,500 - $2,999 annually, similar to surrounding regions at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe; only 83.1% of income remains 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 per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 81.5% houses and 18.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Primbee was higher than that of Non-Metro NSW at 42.1%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (26.4%) or rented (31.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Primbee was $1,904, above the Non-Metro NSW average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Primbee was recorded at $350, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $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 account for 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 constitute 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, aligning with the Rest of 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%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 11.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 38.8% of residents aged 15 and above 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. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 5.0% in secondary education, and 4.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 20 active transport stops operating within Primbee, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 19 individual routes, collectively facilitating 558 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing 117 meters from the nearest transport stop. Primarily residential, most residents commute outward, with car remaining the dominant mode at 93%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, some 23.6% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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 indicates significant health challenges in Primbee, according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable 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 and mental health issues, affecting 10.6% and 9.3% of residents respectively. Conversely, 64.1% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across the Rest of NSW. Working-age population faces substantial health challenges with higher chronic condition rates. Primbee has 22.9% of residents aged 65 and over (370 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings for 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 showed above-average cultural diversity, with 19.2% born overseas and 15.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Primbee, accounting for 62.1%, compared to 55.9% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (26.2%), English (23.0%), and Other (7.1%).

Notably, Spanish (1.7%) and Macedonian (3.2%) groups were overrepresented in Primbee compared to regional averages of 0.3% and 0.4%, respectively. Hungarian representation was also higher at 0.5%.

Primbee hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Primbee's median age is 43, matching Rest of NSW's figure and exceeding Australia's national average of 38. The age profile indicates that those aged 25-34 years are notably prominent (12.9%), while the 65-74 group is comparatively smaller (11.0%) than in Rest of NSW. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.6% to 12.9%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 11.0% to 12.1%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 15.3% to 13.3%, and the 0 to 4 group has dropped from 5.9% to 4.7%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Primbee's age structure. Notably, the 25 to 34 group is projected to grow by 16 people, reaching 242 from 208. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 cohorts.