Rosebery (NSW)

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Rosebery's population is estimated at around 15,238 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,705 people (12.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,533 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 15,236 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 227 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 7,895 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Rosebery's 12.6% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 76.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, an above median population growth of Australian statistical areas is projected for Rosebery, with the area expected to grow by 2,410 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a 15.8% increase in total over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Rosebery when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Rosebery shows around 140 new homes approved each year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 703 homes from FY-21 to FY-25. By FY-26154 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2.6 new residents per year are associated with each dwelling in this period, reflecting strong demand that supports property values.

New homes are constructed at an average value of $983,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This financial year has seen $3.9 million in commercial approvals, suggesting Rosebery's residential character. Current development consists of 7.0% detached houses and 93.0% medium to high-density housing, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This shift from the area's existing housing (currently 23.0% houses) suggests decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring diverse housing options.

With around 1091 people per approval, Rosebery is a mature, established area. By 2041, AreaSearch projects an increase of 2,408 residents. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Rosebery 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 identified 44 projects likely influencing the region. Notable initiatives include One Global Gallery (previously Eastlakes Live), Corio Group Seniors Living Rosebery, Green Square Town Centre, and 761-765 Botany Road Mixed Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Rosebery shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Rosebery has an educated workforce with the technology sector well-represented. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% as of December 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Workforce participation matched Greater Sydney's 68.8%.

Home workership stood at 51.9%, influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries were professional & technical (130%), health care & social assistance (10.8%), and finance & insurance. Many residents commute elsewhere for work, based on Census data. Over the year ending December 2025, Rosebery's labour force remained unchanged while employment decreased by 0.3%, raising unemployment to 3.2%.

National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Rosebery's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.0% in five years and 14.0% in ten years, assuming constant population projections.

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

Rosebery suburb's income level is extremely high nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Rosebery's median income among taxpayers is $64,012 and average income stands at $81,328, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Rosebery would be approximately $70,618 (median) and $89,721 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Rosebery rank highly nationally, between the 82nd and 88th percentiles. Income distribution data shows that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 34.3% of residents (5,226 people), similar to regional levels where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Rosebery demonstrates considerable affluence with 35.0% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 20.5% of income, however strong earnings still place disposable income at the 75th percentile nationally, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Rosebery features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Rosebery's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 23.1% houses and 76.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rosebery was at 20.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.4% and rented ones at 51.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,600, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Weekly rent in Rosebery was recorded at $580, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Rosebery's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Rosebery features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 63.9% of all households, including 23.1% couples with children, 32.0% couples without children, and 7.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.1%, with lone person households at 27.0% and group households comprising 9.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Rosebery shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Rosebery's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 50.3% possess university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. This high level of educational attainment positions Rosebery favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 32.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (15.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%).

Vocational pathways account for 23.0% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 12.5%. Educational participation is high in Rosebery, with 27.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.8% in tertiary education, 5.2% in primary education, and 3.9% pursuing secondary education.

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

Rosebery has 61 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by 20 different routes, offering a total of 5,318 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living 125 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 64% of residents, followed by buses at 11% and trains at 10%. On average, there are 0.7 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 51.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 759 trips per day, equating to roughly 87 weekly trips per stop.

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

Rosebery's health outcomes show excellent results according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 59% of the total population (8,996 people). The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 5.6 and 5.4% of residents respectively. 80.9% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Rosebery has 10.8% of its population aged 65 and over (1,645 people), lower than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

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

Rosebery has a high level of cultural diversity, with 47.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 53.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Rosebery, making up 47.4% of people. However, Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 1.5% of Rosebery's population versus 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other at 17.4%, Chinese at 16.3%, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 8.4%, and English at 14.3%. Notably, Greek (6.7%), Russian (1.2%), and Spanish (1%) ethnicities are also overrepresented compared to the region's averages.

Rosebery's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Rosebery's median age is 33, which is younger than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Rosebery has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (27.5%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (6%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the proportion of Rosebery's population aged 35 to 44 has grown from 17.4% to 19.7%, while the 15 to 24 age group increased from 12.9% to 14.1%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has decreased from 29.4% to 27.5%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic shifts in Rosebery. The 35 to 44 age group is projected to grow by 38%, adding 1,152 residents and reaching a total of 4,154. Conversely, the 15 to 24 age group is expected to decrease by 111 residents.