St Andrews (NSW)

St Andrews 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, the estimated population of St Andrews (NSW) as of Feb 2026 is around 5,554. This reflects a decrease of 231 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,785 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 5,475 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 7 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,670 persons per square kilometer, placing St Andrews (NSW) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, from Feb 2016 to Feb 2026, St Andrews (NSW) has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.3%, outpacing the state's average. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 66.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected for St Andrews (NSW). The suburb is expected to increase by 500 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 15.9% in total over the 17 years from Feb 2026 to Dec 2041.

The level of residential development activity in St Andrews is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, St Andrews has experienced around 1 dwelling receiving development approval each year over the past five financial years to June 2021. This totals an estimated six homes. So far in FY-26 (July 2021 - June 2022), zero approvals have been recorded.

The area's population decline suggests new supply has likely kept up with demand, offering good choice to buyers. Additionally, $1.2 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, demonstrating the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, St Andrews has significantly less development activity. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings, though building activity has accelerated in recent years. Nationally, this activity is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New development consists of 50% detached houses and 50% attached dwellings, marking a significant departure from existing housing patterns (currently 95% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 2366 people per dwelling approval, St Andrews reflects a highly mature market.

Looking ahead, St Andrews is expected to grow by 886 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

St Andrews has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. These include Minto Industry Park, Minto Multicultural Community Centre Enhancement, Kirkham Lane Improvements, and Greater Macarthur Growth Area - Glenfield to Macarthur Corridor. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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The labour market in St Andrews demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

St Andrews has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.2% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 5.7% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. There were 3,157 residents employed at this time, with an unemployment rate in line with Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation was 75.0%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 70.0%. A high proportion of residents, 29.3%, worked from home according to Census responses, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdown impacts. The dominant employment sectors were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. St Andrews had a particular specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services showed lower representation at 4.6% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period, employment increased by 5.7% alongside labour force growth of 5.6%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1%, labour force grow by 2.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide insights into potential future demand within St Andrews. These projections suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to St Andrews' employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The median taxpayer income in St Andrews suburb is $52,864, based on postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The average income for this period is $59,045. In comparison, Greater Sydney's median income is $60,817 and average income is $83,043 during the same period. According to Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $57,548 (median) and $64,276 (average). The 2021 Census data ranks St Andrews' household income at the 55th percentile ($1,837 weekly), with personal income at the 37th percentile. Distribution shows that 39.0% of residents fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket (2,166 people). This is consistent with broader trends across regional levels, where 30.9% are in the same category. Housing costs consume 17.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 55th percentile.

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

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in St Andrews with 95.0% houses and 4.9% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in St Andrews was at 29.2%, with mortgaged properties at 46.7% and rented dwellings at 24.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in St Andrews was recorded at $400, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, St Andrews' mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

St Andrews features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 81.9% of all households, including 40.8% couples with children, 22.1% couples without children, and 16.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 18.1%, with lone person households at 16.3% and group households comprising 1.7%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 18.4%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are common, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.1% and certificates at 26.4%. Educational participation is high, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.7% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

St Andrews has 27 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by a total of 35 different bus routes, which together facilitate 1,213 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 143 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most inhabitants commute outward for work or other purposes. The car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 88% of residents, while train use stands at 8%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in St Andrews, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a notable 29.3% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 173 trips per day, equating to approximately 44 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in St Andrews is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

St Andrews faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~2794 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (8.5%) and asthma (8.4%). 68.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents show above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. As of 2021, the area has 15.3% of residents aged 65 and over (849 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

St Andrews was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

St Andrews has a high level of cultural diversity, with 32.9% of its population born overseas and 33.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in St Andrews is Christianity, making up 55.8% of the population. However, Islam is notably overrepresented, comprising 12.3%, which is substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 6.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups represented are Australian at 21.8%, English at 18.7%, and Other at 17.3%. Some ethnic groups have notable divergences in representation: Spanish is overrepresented at 1.1% (vs regional average of 0.6%), Samoan at 1.8% (vs 0.5%), and Filipino at 3.9% (vs 2.0%).

St Andrews's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

St Andrews's median age is nearly 36 years, close to Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, which is slightly below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, St Andrews has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (13.5%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.6%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 12.7% to 13.9%, while the 75-84 cohort increased from 2.9% to 4.1%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group declined from 13.6% to 11.6%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 14.8% to 13.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests St Andrews's age profile will change significantly. The 55-64 cohort is projected to grow by 29%, adding 218 residents to reach 968. In contrast, both the 5-14 and 0-4 age groups are expected to decrease in number.