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Population
San Remo is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends
Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of Feb 2026 the suburb of San Remo (NSW) has an estimated population of around 4,707. This reflects a growth of 273 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,434. The change is inferred from the resident population of 4,649 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. This equates to a density ratio of 2,064 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. San Remo's growth of 6.2% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (3.7%) and the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 74.0% 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 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. According to demographic trends, lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated. The suburb of San Remo (NSW) is expected to expand by 50 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a reduction of 2.1% in total over the 17 years.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in San Remo, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for San Remo indicates an average of around 12 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 61 homes were approved, with a further 8 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of only 0.8 people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these five years, suggesting that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand.
The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings in San Remo is approximately $338,000. In FY-26, there have been $53,000 in commercial development approvals recorded, indicating the area's residential nature. Comparatively, San Remo has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person when measured against Greater Sydney. Nationally, it places among the 45th percentile of areas assessed, offering more limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing homes. This activity is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.
New development in San Remo consists of 75.0% detached dwellings and 25.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. This shows a considerable change from the current housing mix, which is currently 96.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 364 people per dwelling approval, San Remo demonstrates a developed market. Given stable or declining population forecasts, San Remo may experience less housing pressure in the future, creating favourable conditions for buyers.
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Infrastructure
San Remo has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region. Key projects include Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre Expansion, Waratah Super Battery, Charmhaven Master-Planned Housing Community, and Lake Haven Centre Redevelopment. The following details those most relevant.
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Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone
The Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) is a critical infrastructure project designed to transition the region from coal-based power to renewable energy. The project involves upgrading approximately 85km of existing 132kV sub-transmission lines between Kurri Kurri and Muswellbrook, constructing two new substations (Sandy Creek and Antiene), and modernizing existing network assets. These upgrades will provide an additional 1GW of network transfer capacity by 2028, enabling the connection of large-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects. Ausgrid, as the appointed network operator, is responsible for the design, financing, and construction, with early works beginning in 2025 and major construction commencing in early 2026.
Toukley Desalination Water Treatment Plant
A proposed 30 ML/day reverse osmosis desalination plant to be built adjacent to the existing Toukley Sewage Treatment Plant. The project is a key drought response initiative under the Central Coast Water Security Plan, designed to be 'plan ready' with approvals in place for rapid construction if dam levels fall below critical triggers (currently 45% storage). It features a direct ocean intake structure located offshore between Noraville and Magenta to minimize beach impact and will provide a climate-independent water supply for up to 250,000 residents.
Greater Warnervale Structure Plan
A long-term strategic framework adopted by Central Coast Council in July 2024 to manage growth in the northern Central Coast over the next 20 years. The plan facilitates an expected population increase from 20,000 to approximately 57,000 residents, supported by 10,130 new dwellings. Key features include the establishment of two neighborhood centres, employment land development, and significant environmental protections for Porters Creek Wetland. As of 2026, the plan serves as the primary guidance for ongoing precinct-level rezonings and local infrastructure priority lists.
High Speed Rail - Newcastle to Sydney (Stage 1)
The first stage of Australia's High Speed Rail network involves a 194km dedicated rail line connecting Newcastle to Sydney. The project features trains reaching speeds of 320 km/h on surface sections and 200 km/h in tunnels, aiming to reduce travel time to approximately one hour. Following the 2025 business case evaluation, the project has moved into a two-year Development Phase focusing on design refinement (to 40% maturity), securing planning approvals, and corridor preservation. The route includes approximately 115km of tunneling and six planned stations: Broadmeadow, Lake Macquarie, Gosford, Sydney Central, Parramatta, and Western Sydney International Airport.
Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy
State-wide NSW planning reforms to enable diverse low and mid-rise housing, including dual occupancies, terraces, townhouses, and apartment buildings up to 6 storeys. The policy applies to residential zones within 800m of 171 nominated transport hubs and town centres. Stage 1 (dual occupancies) commenced 1 July 2024, and Stage 2 (mid-rise apartments and terraces) commenced 28 February 2025. In June 2025, further amendments adjusted aircraft noise thresholds and clarified storey definitions to expand the policy's reach. The initiative is expected to facilitate approximately 112,000 additional homes by 2030.
Mariyung Fleet (New Intercity Fleet)
The Mariyung Fleet is a 610-carriage double-deck electric train fleet (D sets) replacing the aging V-set fleet across the NSW intercity network. Delivered by the RailConnect consortium, the trains feature 2x2 seating, charging ports, dedicated luggage/bicycle spaces, and enhanced accessibility with wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets. The fleet operates in 4, 6, 8, or 10-car formations. Passenger services commenced on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line on 3 December 2024 and the Blue Mountains Line on 13 October 2025. South Coast Line services are scheduled to begin in the first half of 2026. The project includes the Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility and extensive corridor upgrades such as platform extensions and signaling modifications.
Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre Expansion
The expansion of the existing Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre (also known as Lake Munmorah Marketplace) involves the delivery of additional specialty retail space, increased parking capacity, and improved site access. Positioned on a prominent corner of the Pacific Highway, the project supports significant residential growth in the Greater Lake Munmorah and Northern Lakes area, including the nearby Lakes Ridge master-planned estate. The existing centre is anchored by a Woolworths supermarket and a petrol station, with the expansion adding more specialty tenancies to serve the local and tourist populations.
Lake Haven Centre Redevelopment
Proposed expansion and modernisation of Lake Haven Centre, a sub-regional shopping centre owned and managed by Vicinity Centres. Current GLA is approximately 43,207 sqm, anchored by Kmart, Coles, Woolworths, and ALDI. As of February 2026, the project remains in the long-term planning phase; while a formal development application for a full-scale redevelopment is yet to be lodged, Vicinity Centres has recently completed a major $2 million solar installation as part of its sustainability upgrades for the site.
Employment
AreaSearch analysis reveals San Remo recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide
San Remo has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 6.5% and estimated employment growth of 2.4% in the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation. As of September 2025, there are 2,120 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 4.2%.
Workforce participation is lower at 61.6%. About 13.6% work from home, considering Covid-19 impacts. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction, with the latter having an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. Professional & technical jobs comprise only 2.6%, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%.
The area offers limited local employment opportunities. In the past year, employment increased by 2.4% while labour force rose by 3.7%, leading to a 1.2 percentage point unemployment rise. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's 0.2 percentage point unemployment increase despite similar employment and labour force growth rates. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but industry-specific projections suggest San Remo's employment should grow by 6.3% in five years and 13.2% in ten years.
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Income
The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows San Remo had a median income of $46,329 and an average income of $53,030. These figures are lower than the national averages. Greater Sydney, in comparison, had a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,030. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for San Remo as of September 2025 would be approximately $50,434 (median) and $57,728 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in San Remo fall between the 20th and 26th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 35.3% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, reflecting regional patterns where 30.9% also occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in San Remo, with only 79.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 21st percentile nationally.
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Housing
San Remo is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
San Remo's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 96.4% houses and 3.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in San Remo was at 26.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 38.7% and rented ones at 34.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in San Remo was $380, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, San Remo's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
San Remo features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households account for 73.0% of all households, including 26.7% that are couples with children, 22.3% that are couples without children, and 22.6% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.0%, consisting of lone person households at 22.5% and group households comprising 4.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which matches the Greater Sydney average.
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Local Schools & Education
San Remo faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
The area's university qualification rate is 7.7%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 5.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.0%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 7.9% and certificates at 35.1%. Educational participation is high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.
This includes 10.6% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 2.7% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Public transport analysis shows 25 active stops operating within San Remo. These are serviced by 33 routes, providing a total of 899 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 207 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Car remains dominant at 96%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling, above regional average.
According to the 2021 Census, 13.6% of residents work from home. Service frequency averages 128 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 35 weekly trips per stop.
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Health
Health performance in San Remo is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts
San Remo faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. A variety of health conditions impact both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low, at approximately 48% of San Remo's total population (~2,257 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and the national average of 55.7%.
Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 12.6% and 10.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 59.7% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age population health is notably challenging due to high chronic condition rates. The area has 14.7% of residents aged 65 and over (691 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, largely in line with national rankings for the general population.
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Cultural Diversity
The latest Census data sees San Remo placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
San Remo showed cultural diversity below average levels, with 91.2% citizens, 91.3% born in Australia, and 96.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 47.0%. The most notable overrepresentation was in 'Other', at 0.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 1.4%.
In terms of ancestry, Australian (32.6%) and English (30.3%) were significantly higher than regional averages of 17.8% and 19.0% respectively. Australian Aboriginal also showed significant overrepresentation at 7.6%, compared to the region's 1.3%. Notably, New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.0% (regional average: 0.5%), Maltese at 1.0% (same as regional), and Maori at 0.7% (regional average: 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
San Remo hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide
San Remo's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and considerably younger than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, San Remo has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (12.7%), but fewer residents aged 35-44 (11.4%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of residents aged 55-64 has increased from 11.5% to 12.7%, while the percentage of those aged 45-54 has decreased from 13.8% to 12.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for San Remo. The number of residents aged 85 and above is projected to grow by 95%, adding 80 residents to reach a total of 165. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 98% of the population growth, reflecting ongoing demographic aging trends. Conversely, population declines are projected for the age groups 35-44 and 55-64.