Soldiers Point

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

As of February 2026, the estimated population of Soldiers Point is around 1,622. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 1,564 people, marking a rise of 58 individuals (3.7%). The current population estimate is based on AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, which indicated a resident population of 1,590. This increase brings Soldiers Point's population density to 1,488 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Soldiers Point's growth rate since the census is 3.7%, positioning it within 1.8 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.5%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. The primary driver for this population growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 98.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For future projections up to 2041, AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia's projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Soldiers Point is anticipated to grow by 66 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 1.1% in total over the 17-year period. This projection reflects the lower quartile growth expected for Australia's non-metropolitan areas.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Soldiers Point, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Soldiers Point recorded approximately 17 residential properties approved annually, with around 86 homes approved between FY-21 and FY-25, and 3 so far in FY-26. On average, 0.1 person per year moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five financial years. This indicates that supply has been meeting or exceeding demand, providing more buyer choices while supporting potential population growth above projections.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes was $721,000, suggesting developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, $9.0 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Rest of NSW, Soldiers Point shows 72.0% higher development activity per person. Currently, new development consists of 52.0% standalone homes and 48.0% medium and high-density housing, offering a mix of opportunities across price brackets.

With around 315 people per approval, Soldiers Point reflects low-density area characteristics. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to gain 18 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Soldiers Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

No changes can significantly impact an area's performance like alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 0 projects expected to affect this area. Notable projects include 100 Salamander Way Residential Development, Salamander Bay Town Centre Place Plan, Salamander Bay Shopping Centre Expansion, and Port Stephens Local Environmental Plan (LEP) & Development Control Plan (DCP). The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment performance in Soldiers Point has been broadly consistent with national averages

Soldiers Point has a skilled workforce with prominent tourism and hospitality sectors. As of September 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.6%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. In September 2025641 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.2% lower than Rest of NSW's 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Soldiers Point lags at 46.7%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Census responses show 29.8% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in accommodation & food (1.8 times the regional level), construction, and retail trade. Health care & social assistance has a limited presence at 11.6%, compared to the regional 16.9%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by its Census working population vs resident population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, Soldiers Point's labour force decreased by 2.1% and employment declined by 1.8%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw an employment decline of 0.5%, labour force decline of 0.1%, and unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across sectors. Applying these projections to Soldiers Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The suburb of Soldiers Point had a median taxpayer income of $46,850 and an average income of $66,744 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is slightly lower than the national average, with Rest of NSW having a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215 during the same period. As of September 2025, current estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% would be approximately $51,001 for median taxpayer income and $72,658 for average income in Soldiers Point. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Soldiers Point rank modestly, between the 24th and 32nd percentiles. The largest segment of income earners comprises 27.7% earning $800 - $1,499 weekly (449 residents), which differs from patterns across the surrounding region where $1,500 - $2,999 dominates with 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Soldiers Point, with only 82.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 22nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Soldiers Point displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Soldiers Point, as per the latest Census evaluation, 62.3% of dwellings were houses while 37.7% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Soldiers Point stood at 48.0%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 26.7% and rented dwellings making up 25.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,152, surpassing Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Soldiers Point was recorded at $400, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Soldiers Point's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Soldiers Point has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 68.6% of all households, including 18.5% couples with children, 40.7% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.4%, with lone person households at 28.9% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 22.2%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (27.4%). Currently, 20.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 7.3% in primary, 6.9% in secondary, and 2.4% in tertiary education.

A substantial 20.8% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 7.3% in primary education, 6.9% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Soldiers Point has 14 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 18 different routes that together facilitate 394 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents on average located just 119 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents in this predominantly residential area commute outwards, primarily using cars (92%). However, vehicle ownership per dwelling is lower than the regional average at 1.3. According to the 2021 Census, a significant proportion of residents work from home (29.8%), which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages 56 trips per day, equating to approximately 28 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Soldiers Point is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Soldiers Point shows better-than-average health outcomes according to AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover stands at approximately 53% of the total population (~865 people), slightly above the average for SA2 areas. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 13.1 and 7.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 59.5% of residents report having no medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are generally typical. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 34.9% (566 people) compared to the state average of 23.4%. While health outcomes for seniors present some challenges, they rank lower nationally than those for the broader population.

Soldiers Point ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Soldiers Point showed lower cultural diversity, with 80.9% born in Australia, 91.4% being citizens, and 94.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion at 56.9%. Judaism, though small at 0.3%, was higher than Rest of NSW's 0.1%.

In ancestry, English (35.4%) and Irish (9.7%) were well-represented. Australian ancestry was slightly lower at 24.7% compared to the regional average of 30.0%. Welsh (1.0%), French (0.7%), and Scottish (9.1%) groups showed notable overrepresentation compared to regional averages.

Soldiers Point ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Soldiers Point is 56 years, notably exceeding Rest of NSW's average of 43 years and significantly higher than Australia's average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group shows strong representation at 19.3%, compared to Rest of NSW's average, whereas the 35-44 cohort is less prevalent at 7.7%. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.5%. According to the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 7.8% to 9.5% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 9.2% to 8.1%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 12.7% to 11.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Soldiers Point's age structure. The 85+ cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 55%, adding 22 residents to reach 63. Demographic aging continues as residents aged 65 and older represent 57% of anticipated growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts.