Renwick

Renwick lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Renwick's population, as of November 2025, is estimated at around 1,513 people. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 1,453 people, indicating a growth of 60 individuals (4.1%). AreaSearch, after examining the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and validating nine new addresses since the Census date, estimated Renwick's resident population at 1,493. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 1,080 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Since the 2021 Census, Renwick has shown higher growth than both its SA3 area (3.1%) and the broader SA4 region, making it a growth leader in the area. Overseas migration contributed around 62% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for Renwick, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For future trends analysis, exceptional growth is predicted over the period from 2025 to 2041, with the suburb expected to increase by 749 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of approximately 49.6% in total population over these 17 years.

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

Renwick has received approximately 6 dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling around 34 homes. As of FY26, there has been 1 approval recorded. On average, each home built between FY21 and FY25 accommodates about 4.5 new residents per year, indicating a significant demand outpacing supply. The average construction value for new properties is $503,000.

This financial year has seen around $1.8 million in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Comparing Renwick to the Rest of NSW, it shows approximately 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 49th percentile nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing properties. New developments consist of 86.0% detached houses and 14.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving Renwick's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

The area has approximately 333 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Renwick is projected to add 751 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Renwick has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

No factors influence a region's performance more than alterations to local infrastructure, significant projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified zero projects that could potentially impact this area. Notable projects include Sydney-Canberra Rail Connectivity And Capacity, Paling Yards Wind Farm, Mariyung Fleet (New Intercity Fleet), and Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, with the following list outlining those most pertinent.

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

AreaSearch released postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2022. Renwick's median income among taxpayers was $63,454 with an average of $142,414. Nationally, this places Renwick in the top percentile. Comparatively, Rest of NSW had a median income of $49,459 and an average of $62,998. Since then, Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% indicates that as of September 2025, estimates would be approximately $71,456 (median) and $160,372 (average). Census 2021 income data ranks Renwick's household, family, and personal incomes highly, between the 75th and 87th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 31.4% of residents (475 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to metropolitan regions at 29.9%. Economic strength is evident with 34.7% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000. Despite high housing costs consuming 16.1% of income, strong earnings place disposable income at the 85th percentile nationally. Renwick's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Renwick is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Renwick's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, were entirely houses with no other dwellings reported. This contrasts with Non-Metro NSW's 90.6% houses and 9.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Renwick stood at 35.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 47.3% and rented ones at 17.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,522, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent in Renwick was $620, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $430. Nationally, Renwick's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,522 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.8% of all households, including 46.0% couples with children, 32.3% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 14.2%, with lone person households at 13.5% and group households making up 1.0%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Renwick fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 28.1% among residents aged 15+, exceeding the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the SA4 region average of 22.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are held by 42.0% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas accounting for 14.8% and certificates for 27.2%.

Current educational participation is high at 27.9%, including 11.9% in primary, 6.1% in secondary, and 2.7% pursuing tertiary education. Tangara School and Highlands School serve a total of 72 students, with varied educational conditions (ICSEA: 894). Both schools offer integrated K-12 education for academic continuity. Local school capacity is limited at 4.8 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.3, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Renwick has nine active public transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes totaling nine individual services. Together, these routes facilitate 55 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in Renwick is considered good, with residents generally located 304 meters away from the nearest stop. On average, service frequency across all routes is seven trips per day, which translates to roughly six weekly trips per individual stop.

Renwick's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Renwick demonstrates excellent health outcomes across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 83%, with 1,254 people covered, compared to 66.3% in Rest of NSW and the national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.4%) and mental health issues (6.3%), while 73.1% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 64.8% in Rest of NSW.

Renwick has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17%, with 257 people, compared to the 27.7% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Renwick was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Renwick's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 20.5% of its population born overseas and 11.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the main religion in Renwick, accounting for 57.1% of people. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented compared to the rest of NSW, comprising 0.4% of Renwick's population versus 0.3%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (29.3%), Australian (26.2%), and Irish (10.0%). Some ethnic groups showed notable divergences: French was overrepresented at 0.9% in Renwick compared to 0.6% regionally, Welsh at 0.7% versus 0.6%, and Russian at 0.4% versus 0.2%.

Renwick's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Renwick is 37 years, which is notably lower than Rest of NSW's average of 43 and close to the national average of 38. The age profile indicates that individuals aged 35-44 are particularly prominent, comprising 17.3% of the population, while those aged 55-64 make up a smaller proportion at 8.6%. Between 2021 and present, the percentage of the population in the 35-44 age group has increased from 16.2% to 17.3%, whereas the 45-54 age cohort has decreased from 11.3% to 10.2%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Renwick's age structure, with the 35-44 age group projected to rise substantially by 151 people (58%), from 261 to 413.