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Population
Population growth drivers in South Wentworthville are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the population of South Wentworthville is estimated at around 7,239 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 326 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,913. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 7,231 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2025 and additional 53 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 3,999 persons per square kilometer, placing South Wentworthville in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, South Wentworthville has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.5%, outpacing Greater Sydney. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 64.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Examining future population trends, South Wentworthville is expected to increase by just below the median of statistical areas across the nation, with an expected increase of 801 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 10.9% over the 16 years.
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Development
Residential development activity is lower than average in South Wentworthville according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows South Wentworthville averaged around 48 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 243 homes. As of FY-26, 27 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, an average of 1.4 new residents per year per dwelling was observed, suggesting balanced supply and demand conditions. However, recent data indicates this has increased to 6.2 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, reflecting South Wentworthville's growing popularity and potential supply constraints.
New homes are being constructed at an average value of $453,000, with 76% consisting of townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift towards higher-density living compared to the area's existing housing composition of 57% houses. This change reflects decreasing availability of developable sites and evolving lifestyle needs. South Wentworthville has approximately 462 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the location is expected to grow by 793 residents through to 2041.
At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.
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Infrastructure
South Wentworthville 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 has identified seven projects that may affect this region. Major initiatives include Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead, 65-71 Jersey Road South Wentworthville, Wenty Leagues Entertainment Hub Transformation, and Westmead Health Precinct Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.
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Integrated Mental Health Complex Westmead
The $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex (IMHC) is a 10-storey facility at the Westmead Health Precinct, set to become the largest mental health hub in NSW. It will replace aging facilities at the Cumberland Hospital West Campus and features a link bridge to Westmead Hospital. The complex will provide 265 beds for acute, sub-acute, and non-acute care across all age groups, including specialist services for eating disorders and intensive care. Main construction by Richard Crookes Constructions commenced in early 2025, with the first major concrete pour in November 2025. The project utilizes biophilic design and Aboriginal storytelling in its architecture and is expected to be completed in late 2027.
Westmead Health Precinct Redevelopment
Major NSW Government redevelopment program across the Westmead Health Precinct. The Children's Hospital at Westmead Stage 2 has completed main works for the new 14-storey Wattle Paediatric Services Building, forecourt and car parking. Current precinct works include the $540 million Integrated Mental Health Complex on Redbank Road, with construction underway, link bridge works progressing in 2026 and completion targeted for 2027. The precinct program also includes pathology, palliative care and specialist health infrastructure supporting Western Sydney.
Powerhouse Parramatta
Powerhouse Parramatta is a major NSW Government cultural infrastructure project on the Parramatta River foreshore. The new museum will deliver about 18,000 sqm of exhibition and public space across seven large presentation spaces, the Lang Walker Family Academy, rooftop public areas, productive gardens and an observatory for astronomy education. Construction is being managed by Lendlease and reached 95 percent complete in February 2026, with fitout and public domain works progressing ahead of opening in late 2026.
Westmead Health and Innovation District
As of April 2026, the precinct remains Australia's largest integrated health, research, and education hub. Key milestones reached in 2026 include the construction completion of the 659.1 million dollar Children's Hospital at Westmead Stage 2, which features a new 14-storey Paediatric Services Building transitioning to operation. Concurrent major works include the 540 million dollar Integrated Mental Health Complex (scheduled for 2027 completion) and the 780 million dollar Sydney Biomedical Accelerator, which achieved vertical construction status in early 2026. The district supports over 50,000 jobs and integrates four major medical research institutes.
Royal Parramatta Private Hospital
A proposed 24-storey private hospital development designed to address the healthcare shortfall in Western Sydney. The facility will include 120 to 130 hospital beds, six operating theatres, day surgery units, maternity services, and a perioperative suite. The architectural design by fjcstudio and Gray Puksand features a vertical village concept with biophilic terraces and the integration of a historic heritage house at the base of the tower.
Westmead South Precinct Master Plan
A long-term urban renewal strategy for an approximately 40-hectare area south of the Westmead rail corridor, bounded by Alexandra Avenue, Bridge Road, the Great Western Highway, and the Mays Hill Precinct. The plan facilitates approximately 6,600 new dwellings and 44,620 square metres of non-residential floorspace across a mixed-use precinct, along with a new primary school, heritage protections, affordable housing contributions, and enhanced active transport links to Sydney Metro West and the Parramatta Light Rail. Following endorsement by Cumberland City Council in June 2024 and submission to the NSW Government for a Gateway Determination, DPHI announced in August 2025 that the proposal has been elevated to a State Significant Planning Proposal. DPHI now leads all rezoning decisions; Cumberland Council is no longer the lead agency.
Sydney Metro West - Western Tunnelling Package
The Sydney Metro West Western Tunnelling Package is part of the 24km Sydney Metro West underground railway doubling rail capacity between Parramatta and the Sydney CBD. The AUD $2.16 billion contract awarded to the Gamuda Australia and Laing O'Rourke Consortium covers nine kilometres of twin metro rail tunnels between Sydney Olympic Park and Westmead, excavation of two new metro stations at Parramatta and Westmead, a stabling and maintenance facility at Clyde, and a precast segment manufacturing facility at Eastern Creek producing over 60,000 tunnel lining segments. TBM Betty completed the western tunnel drive, breaking through at Westmead Station in September 2025. Excavation works reached completion in December 2025, with remaining station civil and fitout works progressing ahead of the broader Sydney Metro West line opening.
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1 - Westmead to Carlingford
A 12-kilometre light rail line connecting Westmead to Carlingford via Parramatta CBD and Camellia, with 16 stops. Opened to passengers on 20 December 2024. Features modern air-conditioned vehicles, services from 5am to 1am, integration with Opal card, replacement of the former Carlingford heavy rail line, new active transport links, and the first green track sections in NSW. Enhances connectivity to key precincts including Westmead Health, Parramatta Square, and Western Sydney University campuses.
Employment
The labour market performance in South Wentworthville lags significantly behind most other regions nationally
South Wentworthville has a well-educated workforce with professional services being strongly represented. The unemployment rate was 7.8% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.3%. As of December 2025, 3,514 residents were in work and the unemployment rate was 3.7%, which is above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.
Workforce participation was at 65.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 39.7% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area shows strong specialization in construction, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.
However, professional & technical services are under-represented, at 8.0% compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 3.3% while labour force grew by 3.6%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to South Wentworthville's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.
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Income
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, South Wentworthville had a median income among taxpayers of $55,212 and an average income of $67,166. Nationally, the median was $60,817 and the average was $83,003. By March 2026, estimates suggest median income will be approximately $60,910 and average income $74,098, based on a 10.32% Wage Price Index growth since June 2023. The 2021 Census reported South Wentworthville's household income at the 52nd percentile ($1,793 weekly) and personal income at the 33rd percentile. Income brackets show 33.9% of residents (2,454 individuals) earn between $1,500 - $2,999 annually. Housing affordability is severe, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 47th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.
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Housing
South Wentworthville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
South Wentworthville's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 56.7% houses and 43.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is compared to Sydney metro's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in South Wentworthville was at 24.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (35.7%) or rented (39.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,260, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $450, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, South Wentworthville's mortgage repayments are higher at $2,260 against the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
South Wentworthville has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households account for 76.2% of all households, including 42.9% couples with children, 18.6% couples without children, and 13.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.8%, with lone person households at 20.5% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
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Local Schools & Education
South Wentworthville demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics
South Wentworthville's educational qualifications lag behind regional benchmarks. As of 2016, only 31.7% of residents aged 15+ held university degrees compared to the SA4 region's 39.1%. Bachelor degrees were most common at 21.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials were prominent, with 28.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 17.5%.
Educational participation was high, with 34.2% of residents enrolled in formal education as of 2016. This included 11.9% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 6.6% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
South Wentworthville has 68 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by 25 routes, offering a total of 2001 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 128 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards daily. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 82%, followed by trains at 8% and buses at 6%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.
According to the 2021 Census, 39.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 285 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 29 weekly trips per stop.
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Health
South Wentworthville's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts
South Wentworthville's health data shows positive outcomes overall, matching national benchmarks for mortality rates and health conditions. Common health conditions are less prevalent here compared to the general population, but higher among older, at-risk groups.
Private health cover stands at approximately 53% of South Wentworthville's total population (~3,872 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.1 and 5.5% of residents respectively. 76.7% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.
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Cultural Diversity
South Wentworthville is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
South Wentworthville has significant cultural diversity, with 48.5% of its population born overseas and 60.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 54.3%. Hinduism is notably overrepresented, comprising 12.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's average of 5.2%.
The top three ancestry groups are Other (25.0%), Lebanese (17.6%), and Australian (12.6%). Other ethnic groups with notable representation include Indian (8.9%) Maltese (2.3%), and Hungarian (0.4%).
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Age
South Wentworthville's population is younger than the national pattern
South Wentworthville has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 0-4 age group makes up 7.3% of the population in South Wentworthville, compared to Greater Sydney. The 65-74 age cohort is less prevalent at 7.0%. From 2021 to present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 12.5% to 13.8% of the population. Conversely, the 35-44 age cohort has declined from 17.0% to 15.0%, and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 13.6% to 12.2%. Population forecasts for South Wentworthville indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase solidly, with an expansion of 218 people (27%), from 825 to 1,044. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 54% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 0-4 and 25-34 age groups will see reduced numbers.