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Robertson (NSW) has an estimated 1,984 residents, down 1.6% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Robertson (NSW).
Updated 28 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 98 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD in the picturesque Southern Highlands, the suburb of Robertson (NSW) is renowned for its lush greenery, scenic waterfalls, rich agricultural history, and quiet village charm. As of Aug 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) for Robertson is estimated at around 1,984 based on AreaSearch analysis of annual SA2-level figures and quarterly national address updates. This reflects minimal population movement since the 2021 Census count of 2,017 residents, alongside subdued overall growth trends.
The local socio-economic environment is characterised by very low unemployment, a well-educated demographic, and a substantial administrative workforce. Residential housing is heavily detached-led with strong rates of outright home ownership, predominantly supporting mature and retirement-aged residents as well as married couples without children. Moving forward, substantial planned expenditure on regional major projects and infrastructure initiatives is anticipated to support long-term demand and local performance across the community.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,747 in 2006 and 1,980 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 1,984 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 15.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.3%.
Robertson (NSW) ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 82nd for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Robertson (NSW) is $764 a week, up 10.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 32% above Rest of NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
32% above Rest of NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $529 in 2017, $778 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $348 in 2017, $570 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Victor Crescent, Robertson NSW 2577 | $800,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 48 May Street, Robertson NSW 2577 | $800,000 | 11 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Cottee Close, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,340,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 70 Burrawang Street, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,220,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 103 Wallaby Hill Road, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,825,000 | 4 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Valley View Place, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,620,000 | 30 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Coachwood Place, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,340,000 | 24 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 91 Missingham Parade, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,650,000 | 6 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Burrawang Street, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,350,000 | 26 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Devonshire Road, Robertson NSW 2577 | $1,195,000 | 22 May 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 40 residential sales recorded since 9 Sep 2025 (the latest settled 14 Aug 2026), newest first. The median of these 40, houses and units together, was $1,200,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to August 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $764 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.34m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,200,000 | Median of the 40 most recent residential sales, settled 9 Sep 2025 to 14 Aug 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $778 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $570 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Southern Highlands | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Southern Highlands, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rest of NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 38 tracked applications: 14 approved, 10 under assessment, 14 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 52 projects in and around Robertson (NSW), 19 of them under construction.
The Yellow Rock Road Upgrade involves transforming the road into a major collector road to meet the needs of the growing community.
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Calderwood Village is a circa $50 million neighbourhood shopping centre and community hub by Revelop within Lendlease's Calderwood Valley…
A large master-planned community in the Illawarra region, south of Wollongong, now wholly owned and developed by the Stockland Supalai…
Set to be one of the largest masterplanned communities in the Illawarra region with up to 4,857 homes on completion.
Safety improvements to Terry Street between Wiley Street and Simpson Parade funded by the NSW Government's Towards Zero Safer Roads Program.
Construction of the final stage of the Tripoli Way Extension to create an uninterrupted travel route connecting Terry Street in the east to…
Upgrade of water supply and sewerage infrastructure to support population growth in Albion Park Rail.
A 70-lot residential estate offering 4 and 5-bedroom house and land packages situated between creek reserves and mountain backdrops.
A comprehensive revitalisation plan for Albion Park Rail town centre including upgraded public spaces, new commercial opportunities…
Expansion of medical facilities in Albion Park Rail to serve the growing population.
Development of a connected network of cycling and walking paths throughout Albion Park Rail, linking residential areas, schools, shopping…
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Estimated completion year of the 32 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 2, 2025 7, 2026 8, 2027 7, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 38 substantial development applications lodged in and around Robertson (NSW) over the past 5 years, 30 in the last 12 months; 10 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 5, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 29.
Key application 78-80 Hoddle Street, Robertson Commercial | $2.7m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 7th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Robertson area has seen 2 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Robertson's current population of 1,984 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Robertson has seen 0.05 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.56 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 991 people in the suburb of Robertson, compared to one for every 183 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Robertson's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 2, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Robertson has grown by approximately 233 people, while 12 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 19.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Robertson spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Energy, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the suburb of Robertson demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Robertson reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,984 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 22 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 20th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,017 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 88.47 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Robertson was estimated to be approximately 1,984 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,980 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of robertson has lost approximately 33 people and shown a 1.64% decrease from the 2,017 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Robertson is estimated at 22 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Robertson has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Robertson is driven by: Overseas migration (51.0%), Interstate migration (35.0%), Natural increase (15.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 51.0% of overall population gains.
Robertson hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 85th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Robertson at 47 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 47 years as at August 2026, Robertson is 4 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 9 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Robertson compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 15.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Robertson compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Robertson show significant variance compared to the Regional NSW region. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.3% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.3% of the population in the suburb of Robertson as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 26.4% of the population in the suburb of Robertson as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $46,646 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $71,568 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,736 | 2021 Census, weekly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $806 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 23.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,135 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Robertson is approximately $51,460. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $46,646.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Robertson is approximately $78,954. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $71,568.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Robertson is approximately $51,460 compared to $57,797 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $46,646 and $52,390 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Robertson is approximately $78,954 compared to $71,945 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $71,568 and $65,215 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~32.3% / 640 persons) of the suburb of Robertson's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Robertson is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.3% of the population. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Robertson is $1,736/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Robertson is $2,135/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Robertson is $806/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the suburb of Robertson is above the national average, with the median assessed at $46,646 while the average income stands at $71,568. This contrasts to 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 FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $51,460 (median) and $78,954 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Robertson is $6,476 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of robertson's disposable income is $6,476 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Robertson performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 996 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,639 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,007 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Robertson has approximately 996 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.1%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Robertson stands at 1.1%, which is 3.0 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Robertson is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (13.0% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.9%), and education & training (10.3%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Robertson has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Robertson is 60.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
The suburb of robertson shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 9.2% of the local workforce compared to 5.1% regionally. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of robertson's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 0.9% decline, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Robertson exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
29.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Robertson have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the broader region.
28.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Robertson have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% regionally.
The suburb of robertson ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Robertson are: Certificate (29.0%), Bachelor Degree (19.0%), Advanced Diploma (13.8%).
28.7% of the population in the suburb of Robertson is currently engaged in formal education, with 10.3% in primary school, 8.8% in secondary school, 3.3% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Robertson is 1028, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Robertson, with a combined enrollment of approximately 145 students.
The suburb of robertson includes 1 primary school.
Robertson has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 738 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 726 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Robertson had 738 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 1.6% to an estimated 726 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Robertson is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.5% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (22.1%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Among the 557 family households, 29.6% are couples with children, 35.1% are couples without children at home, and 10.1% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Robertson shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 75.5% (versus 68.8% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 22.1% compared to the regional 27.9%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Robertson have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 22.1% of all households in the suburb of Robertson, notably lower than the regional average of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.0% of households, well below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
Robertson is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 83.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Robertson was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 83.3% of its population born in Australia, 90.2% being citizens, and 96.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Robertson was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.1% of people in Robertson. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Robertson are English, comprising 31.2% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of Robertson (vs 0.2% regionally), Scottish at 9.0% (vs 8.0%) and Macedonian at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).
16.7% of the suburb of Robertson population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% regionally.
3.7% of the population in the suburb of Robertson speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in the wider region.
1.7% of the suburb of Robertson population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in the region.
90.2% of the suburb of Robertson population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Robertson is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 47.1% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $443 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Robertson, 47.1% of homes are owned outright, 38.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Robertson are houses.
In the suburb of Robertson, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Robertson stands at 47.1%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Robertson is $2,000, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Robertson is $1,046, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Robertson, households with mortgages typically spend 26.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Robertson is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Robertson shows mortgage holders spending 26.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% regionally), while renters spend 25.5% of income on rent (vs 23.0% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Robertson consists of 99.3% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Robertson consumes approximately 13.9% of median household income ($7,517 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Robertson's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.2% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
Around 55.2% of people in the suburb of Robertson are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 51.9% in the broader region of Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Robertson, 3.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.5% of people in the suburb of Robertson are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Robertson population, while in the surrounding region, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the suburb of Robertson have heart disease. Across the region of Regional NSW, 4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Robertson, 55.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 51.9%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 51 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 51st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 71 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 238 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 28 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 18 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 29.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 71 public transport stops within the suburb of Robertson.
The suburb of Robertson has 238 weekly trips across 18 routes, averaging 34 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 142 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest supermarket is 1.5 km away and the nearest pharmacy 1.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 71 stops nearby (71 bus), 238 weekly trips, access rating 51 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 45th percentile nationally |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 15.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 16.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 19.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 19.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 20.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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The level of residential development activity in Robertson is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Robertson has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 18% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Robertson's resilient property market has recorded 51 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 76% residential, 14% commercial and 10% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Robertson reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Robertson hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Robertson performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
The educational profile of Robertson exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics.
Robertson has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
Robertson is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Robertson is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Robertson's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Robertson (NSW) has an estimated 1,984 residents, down 1.6% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Robertson (NSW).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 28 Aug 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Robertson (NSW).
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Refreshed . Sales to Aug 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2023. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 28 Aug 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL13389). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2023). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Robertson (NSW) from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Robertson (NSW) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.