Springwood (NSW)

Springwood has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Springwood's population is estimated at around 8,648 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 225 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,423 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 8,556 following examination of ABS data released in June 2024 and an additional 34 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 445 persons per square kilometer. Springwood's growth rate of 2.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's growth rate of 1.7%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 97.0% 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 are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends indicate lower quartile growth, with the suburb expected to grow by 249 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 1.8% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Springwood had around 16 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 84 homes from FY20 to FY25. So far in FY26, 4 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.6 new residents arrived per new home each year between FY21 and FY25.

New construction matched or outpaced demand, offering buyers more options while enabling population growth. The average dwelling value was $451,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. Commercial approvals totalled $14.4 million in FY26, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Springwood's new home approvals per person are comparable to Greater Sydney but below national averages, reflecting its mature status and possible planning constraints.

Detached houses made up 84.0% of new building activity, with townhouses or apartments at 16.0%, preserving the area's low density nature. The estimated population per dwelling approval was 532 people. Population forecasts indicate Springwood will gain 157 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Springwood has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

AreaSearch has identified six projects that could potentially impact the local area's performance. Key projects include Woolworths Springwood Supermarket, Springwood District Library Redevelopment, Springwood Town Centre Rejuvenation, and Rail Infrastructure Upgrades - Springwood Station. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Springwood well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Springwood has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.2% as of AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of December 2025, Springwood had 4,279 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Springwood was 60.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, 45.3% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Leading employment industries include education & training, health care & social assistance, and public administration & safety. Springwood specializes in education & training with an employment share 2.1 times the regional level but has lower representation in professional & technical services at 6.9% compared to the regional average of 11.5%.

The area may lack local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between May-24 and May-25, Springwood's labour force decreased by 4.9%, employment declined by 4.6%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.3 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Springwood's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localized population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Springwood is $55,012 and average income is $67,183. This compares to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from July 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $59,886 (median) and $73,135 (average). According to the 2021 Census, Springwood's household, family, and personal incomes are at the 55th percentile nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 dominates with 31.0% of residents. High housing costs consume 15.2% of income, but disposable income is at the 53rd percentile and SEIFA income ranking places Springwood in the 7th decile.

Springwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Springwood's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 82.1% houses and 17.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Springwood stood at 41.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.9% and rented ones at 18.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,143, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Springwood was $400, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Springwood's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,143 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were higher at $400 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 69.1% of all households, including 29.8% couples with children, 29.4% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.9%, with lone person households at 29.1% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than Greater Sydney's average of 2.7.

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

Springwood's educational attainment significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 35.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 23.9% in the SA4 region and 30.4% nationwide as of the latest data (2021). Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 36.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas account for 13.4% while certificates make up 22.8%. Educational participation is notably high, with 26.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of the latest data (2021).

This includes 8.8% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 4.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Springwood has 104 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 92 individual routes, collectively facilitating 2,143 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 204 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Springwood's residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 88%, while train usage stands at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 45.3% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 306 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Springwood is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Springwood faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts.

Private health cover is at approximately 54% of the total population (~4,626 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 10.6% and 10.3% of residents respectively. However, 60.3% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions than average. The area has 28.9% of residents aged 65 and over (2,499 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Springwood's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 82.6% of its population born in Australia, 93.3% being citizens, and 94.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Springwood, comprising 53.4% of people. However, Judaism was overrepresented, making up 0.1% compared to Greater Sydney's 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (30.6%, regional average: 19.0%), Australian (26.9%, regional average: 17.8%), and Irish (10.8%). Notably, Scottish (9.8% vs regional 4.8%), Hungarian (0.4% vs regional 0.3%), and Polish (1.0% vs regional 0.6%) were also overrepresented.

Springwood hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Springwood's median age is 48 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 are particularly prominent, making up 10.3% of the population, while those aged 25-34 make up a smaller proportion at 6.2%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 8.2% to 10.3%, and the 15-24 cohort has also increased from 10.0% to 11.3%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 7.9% to 6.2%. By 2041, significant demographic changes are projected for Springwood. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 116%, adding 572 residents to reach a total of 1,065. Residents aged 65 and above will drive all population growth, indicating a trend towards an aging population. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 45-54 and 65-74 age cohorts.