Rooty Hill

Population growth drivers in Rooty Hill are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

The population of Rooty Hill is estimated at around 16,426 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 250 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,176. The change is inferred from the resident population of 16,356 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 62 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,412 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Rooty Hill has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.9%, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 88.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with the suburb expected to increase by 1,152 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 6.6% in total over the 16 years.

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

Rooty Hill has seen approximately 33 new home approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 169 homes. As of FY26, 29 approvals have been recorded. On average, around two new residents have been added per dwelling constructed annually between FY21 and FY25. However, this figure has increased to 6.5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply. The average construction value for development projects is $363,000.

This year alone, $88.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Rooty Hill has 19.0% less new development per person and ranks among the 23rd percentile nationally, offering limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes. Recent construction comprises 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban character. With approximately 730 people per dwelling approval, Rooty Hill demonstrates an established market.

By 2041, AreaSearch forecasts an increase of 1,082 residents. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects likely to impact the region. Notable projects include Sydney Metro - Western Sydney Airport, NSW Basketball and Volleyball Western Sydney Hub, Landcom Rooty Hill Housing Development, and 73 Rooty Hill Road North Mixed-Use Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Rooty Hill recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Rooty Hill has an educated workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 5.2% as of December 2025. Employment grew by 3.2% in the past year according to AreaSearch data aggregation.

There are 8,669 residents employed currently, with an unemployment rate at 1.0% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is equal to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. A high proportion, 28.5%, work from home based on Census responses. Dominant sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.

The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share of 1.9 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical shows lower representation at 5.6% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. In the past year, employment increased by 3.2% while labour force grew by 2.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.5 percentage points according to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data. Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Rooty Hill. Projections indicate national employment expanding by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Rooty Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Rooty Hill had a median taxpayer income of $49,394 and an average income of $54,713. These figures are lower than the national averages of $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $54,491 (median) and $60,359 (average). Census 2021 data shows household income ranks at the 65th percentile ($2,001 weekly), with personal income at the 37th percentile. The majority of residents, 37.9% or 6,225 people, fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket, similar to regional levels at 30.9%. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 63rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Rooty Hill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consists of 76.7% houses and 23.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rooty Hill stands at 24.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.6% and rented ones at 33.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Rooty Hill is $420, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Rooty Hill's mortgage repayments are higher at $2,167 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 82.4% of all households, including 48.5% couples with children, 18.4% couples without children, and 14.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.6%, with lone person households at 15.8% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Rooty Hill aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 31.6%, exceeding the SA3 average of 23.1%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 23.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 28.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 19.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 6.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Rooty Hill has 108 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 36 individual routes, collectively facilitating 4,065 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 191 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the dominant mode at 80%, while train usage stands at 14%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 28.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 580 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 37 weekly trips per individual stop. An accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Rooty Hill's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Roothy Hill's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. The prevalence of common health conditions among its general population is somewhat typical but higher than the national average for older cohorts. Approximately 49% (~7,986 people) have private health cover, which is very low compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are diabetes (7.0%) and asthma (6.6%), with 73.3% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 17.9% of residents aged 65 and over (2,940 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Rooty Hill is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Rooty Hill, located in Australia, has a population where 56.4% speak languages other than English at home and 53.2% were born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, with 59.9% of people identifying as such. However, Islam is significantly overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney's average, comprising 13.5% of Rooty Hill's population.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are 'Other' at 24.9%, Filipino at 18.6%, and Australian at 13.3%. Other notable ethnic group representations include Samoan (2.7%), Spanish (1.1%), and Maltese (2.1%), all of which are higher than the regional averages.

Rooty Hill's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Rooty Hill's median age is 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38. The 65-74 age group constitutes 9.7% of Rooty Hill's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 12.7%, lower than Greater Sydney's figure. Between 2021 and the present day, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.3% to 5.9% of Rooty Hill's population, with the 65-74 cohort increasing from 8.5% to 9.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 13.9% to 12.7%, and the 85+ group has dropped from 3.4% to 2.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Rooty Hill's age structure. The 75-84 group is expected to grow by 69% (669 people), reaching a total of 1,639 from its current figure of 969. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 82% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 25-34 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.