St Georges Basin

St Georges Basin lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of St Georges Basin is around 3,584, reflecting an increase of 369 people since the 2021 Census. This growth rate of 11.5% exceeds that of the SA4 region (4.8%) and the SA3 area, making it a growth leader in the region. The population density is approximately 79 persons per square kilometer. The primary driver for this increase was overseas migration contributing around 77.0% of overall population gains. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in June 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered by the former. Based on these aggregations, the suburb is projected to grow by 907 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 24.0% over the 17-year period.

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. Considering the projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas is forecast, with the area expected to grow by 907 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting with an increase of 24.0% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees St Georges Basin recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

St Georges Basin experienced approximately 36 dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 184 homes received approval, with an additional 40 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, 0.4 new residents arrived per new home over the past five financial years.

This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth. The average construction value of new properties was $471,000, suggesting a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, $3.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, St Georges Basin shows 62.0% higher construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice and indicating strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists of 81.0% detached houses and 19.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes.

With around 113 people per approval, St Georges Basin reflects a developing area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 859 residents through to 2041, with current development patterns suggesting that new housing supply should readily meet demand and potentially facilitate population growth beyond current projections.

St Georges Basin has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that may affect this region. Notable initiatives include Mixed Use Development featuring In-Fill Affordable Housing at St Georges Basin, the Princes Highway upgrade from Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road, Village Grove project, and the Sanctuary Point Library development. The following list details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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Employment performance in St Georges Basin has been broadly consistent with national averages

St Georges Basin has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, notably in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.9% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.4%.

This is lower than Regional NSW's unemployment rate of 3.9%, but residents have a higher participation rate (40.8% vs 61.3%). Only 12.2% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this figure. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and public administration & safety. Construction has particularly high levels at 1.6 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.5% of local workers compared to Regional NSW's 5.3%.

Over the year to December 2025, employment increased by 1.4%, labour force by 2.7%, and unemployment rose by 1.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 1.2% and labour force decline by 0.8%, with a smaller rise in unemployment of 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to St Georges Basin's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, assuming constant population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2023, St Georges Basin had a median income among taxpayers of $40,770 and an average income of $51,393. These figures are below the national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 for Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since June 30, 2023, current estimates project median income to be approximately $44,382 and average income to be around $55,946 by September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in St Georges Basin rank between the 6th and 8th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. The most common income bracket in St Georges Basin is $400 - $799, with 29.9% of locals (1,071 people) falling into this category, unlike Regional NSW where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket is predominant at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in St Georges Basin, with only 83.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 9th percentile nationally.

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

St Georges Basin's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.5% houses and 13.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in St Georges Basin stood at 51.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.4% and rented ones at 18.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,690, below Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in St Georges Basin was $350, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, St Georges Basin's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

St Georges Basin has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 71.5% of all households, including 22.0% couples with children, 39.2% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.5%, with lone person households at 27.1% and group households comprising 1.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

The educational profile of St Georges Basin exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 12.2%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 8.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (34.2%). Education is actively pursued by 21.8% of the population, with 8.0% in primary education, 6.5% in secondary education, and 2.2% in tertiary education.

A substantial 21.8% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 8.0% in primary education, 6.5% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

St Georges Basin has 45 active public transport stops, served by 16 routes offering 185 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 179 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, primarily using cars (97%). Average vehicle ownership is 1.4 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 12.2% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 26 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 4 weekly trips per individual stop.

Service frequency averages 26 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 4 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in St Georges Basin is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

St Georges Basin faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 1,695 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (14.1%) and mental health issues (9.8%). Conversely, 53.0% of residents report no medical ailments, lower than the 63.3% in Regional NSW. Working-age residents face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 33.4%, compared to 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are generally aligned with national rankings.

St Georges Basin is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

St Georges Basin has a cultural diversity below average, with 84.9% born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 95.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 57.0%. Judaism is overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.1% regionally.

Top ancestry groups are English (32.6%), Australian (29.6%), and Scottish (8.4%). Hungarian (0.5%) and Maltese (0.9%) are notably overrepresented, while Australian Aboriginal is marginally higher at 4.8%.

St Georges Basin ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in St Georges Basin is 52 years, significantly higher than Regional NSW's average of 43 and well above the national norm of 38. The 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented at 17.2% locally compared to Regional NSW's average, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 8.1%. This concentration of the 65-74 cohort is well above the national figure of 9.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group has grown from 9.0% to 10.8%, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 8.4% to 9.9%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort has declined from 9.6% to 8.1%, and the 65-74 group dropped from 18.5% to 17.2%. Population forecasts for St Georges Basin indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to grow strongly at 39%, adding 158 residents to reach a total of 567.