Raworth

Raworth lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Raworth statistical area (Lv2) is around 2,049 people. This figure reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census population of 2,094 people, indicating a drop of 45 individuals or approximately 2.1%. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), which reported a resident population of 2,027. Population density in the Raworth area stands at 467 persons per square kilometer. Population growth in the Raworth (SA2) has been primarily driven by interstate migration contributing around 47% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, natural growth and overseas migration have also been positive factors. AreaSearch is utilising ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Looking ahead, demographic trends suggest an above median population growth for national non-metropolitan areas. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the Raworth (SA2) is expected to grow by 458 persons by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of approximately 20.7% over these 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Raworth recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Raworth has seen approximately 12 dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 62 homes were approved, with a further 2 approved in FY-26 to date. On average, each new home attracted about 1.1 new residents annually over the past five financial years, indicating balanced supply and demand conditions. However, this ratio has decreased to 0.5 people per dwelling in the past two years.

The average construction value of new properties is $401,000, slightly higher than the regional average. Commercial approvals totalled $118,000 in FY-26, reflecting Raworth's residential focus. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Raworth has 50.0% lower building activity per capita. Recent construction comprises 77.0% detached dwellings and 23.0% attached dwellings, maintaining Raworth's low-density character.

With approximately 96 people per dwelling approval, Raworth exhibits low-density population characteristics. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Raworth to gain 424 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should meet demand comfortably, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Raworth has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. A total of one project has been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting this area. Key projects include East Maitland Catalyst Area, Stony Pinch Urban Development, Maitland Local Housing Strategy 2041, and Hunter Regional Plan 2041. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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The labour market in Raworth demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Raworth has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 3.4% as of September 2025, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

In this month, 1,015 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.4% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation is high at 71.3%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries of employment among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Raworth has a notable concentration in mining, with employment levels at 3.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 1.0% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 5.3%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 2.8%, alongside a 2.6% employment decline, causing unemployment to fall by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW experienced an employment decline of 0.5% and a labour force decline of 0.1%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Raworth. These projections suggest national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates differing significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Raworth's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Raworth has a median taxpayer income of $66,985 and an average income of $82,076 based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is notably high compared to the Rest of NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Factoring in a Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $72,920 (median) and $89,348 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Raworth are at the 74th percentile nationally. In Raworth, 36.4% of the population, equating to 745 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which is similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represents 29.9%. Housing expenses consume 14.5% of income. The area's strong earnings place residents in the 79th percentile for disposable income, and its SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Raworth's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 90.3% houses and 9.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW which had 87.1% houses and 13.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Raworth was at 29.3%, similar to Non-Metro NSW's figure. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (43.9%) or rented (26.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Raworth was $2,000, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,862. The median weekly rent in Raworth was recorded at $440, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $375. Nationally, Raworth's mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 83.8% of all households, including 44.1% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 16.2%, with lone person households at 14.4% and group households comprising 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 20.1%, 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 most prevalent at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (32.0%).

Educational participation is high, with 31.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.3% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Raworth has 21 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by 25 different routes that collectively facilitate 164 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of the transport system is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 155 meters from their nearest transport stop.

On average, there are 23 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 7 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Raworth are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Raworth's health indicators show below-average results with common health conditions being somewhat typical but higher than national averages among older residents. Approximately 59% of Raworth's total population (1,215 people) has private health cover, compared to 54.8% in Rest of NSW.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 10.3 and 8.8% of residents respectively. 66.3% of Raworth's population declares no medical ailments, compared to 63.4% across Rest of NSW. The area has 13.3% of residents aged 65 and over (272 people), lower than the 15.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

Raworth is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Raworth has a cultural diversity below average, with 91.8% of its population born in Australia, 95.4% being citizens, and 95.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion in Raworth, comprising 58.0% of people, compared to 57.0% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups are English (34.3%), Australian (33.1%), and Irish (7.9%).

Notably, Hungarian representation is higher at 0.3%, Australian Aboriginal is lower at 3.5% (vs regional 5.1%), and Polish representation is similar at 0.7%.

Raworth's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Raworth is 36 years, significantly below Rest of NSW's average of 43 and somewhat younger than Australia's 38 years. The 5-14 age group comprises 17.4%, higher than Rest of NSW but lower than the national average of 12.2%. The 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 8.0%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age group grew from 15.9% to 16.9%, while the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 9.2% to 8.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Raworth. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 41%, reaching 334 people from 237. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort shows minimal growth of just 7%, adding 14 people.