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 both the SA4 region (4.8%) and the SA3 area, making it a growth leader in the region. The population density stands at 79 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person. The primary driver for this growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 77.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch's analysis, based on ABS data and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census date, estimated a resident population of 3,536 in Jun 2024. The total population includes an additional 138 validated new addresses since the Census date.

For future projections up to 2041, AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. 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, the suburb of St Georges Basin is expected to grow by 792 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 11.8% in total over the 17-year period. This projection indicates above median population growth for locations outside capital cities.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within St Georges Basin when compared nationally

St Georges Basin experienced approximately 37 dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 186 homes were approved, with an additional 38 in FY-26 as of now. On average, 0.4 new residents arrived per new home over the past five financial years.

New construction has matched or exceeded demand, offering buyers more options and potentially facilitating population growth. The average expected construction cost value for new properties was $471,000, indicating 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 67.0% higher construction activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods.

This high level of construction activity is substantially higher than the national average, suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. New development consists of 79.0% detached houses and 21.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. St Georges Basin reflects a developing area, with around 111 people per approval. Looking ahead, St Georges Basin is expected to grow by 421 residents through to 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating 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 ones 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 development, and the Sanctuary Point Library project. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment performance in St Georges Basin exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

St Georges Basin's workforce is balanced across white and blue collar jobs, with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, lower than Rest of NSW's 3.8%. Employment growth over the past year (September 2024 to September 2025) was estimated at 3.4%.

As of September 2025, 1,233 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.2% below Rest of NSW's rate. Workforce participation is lower at 40.8%, compared to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. Census data shows that 12.2% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and public administration & safety sectors.

Construction employment levels are notably high, at 1.6 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.5% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 5.3%. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 3.4%, labour force by 4.0%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment decline by 0.5% and labour force decline by 0.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand in St Georges Basin. National employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary across sectors. Applying these projections to St Georges Basin's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023, St Georges Basin had a median income among taxpayers of $40,770. The average income stood at $51,393. Both figures are below the national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively for Rest of NSW. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% from financial year ending June 2023 to September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $44,382 and average income $55,946. As per 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 levels where the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket predominates 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 structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.5% houses and 13.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in St Georges Basin was 51.1%, with the rest being mortgaged at 30.4% or rented at 18.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,690, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in St Georges Basin was $350, higher than Non-Metro NSW's $330 but still below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households compose 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 account for the remaining 28.5%, with lone person households at 27.1% and group households comprising 1.6%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of 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%). A total of 21.8% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, with 8.0% in primary, 6.5% in secondary, 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, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 16 different routes that collectively offer 185 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 179 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its primarily residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation, used by 97% of residents. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, only 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.

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's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Several health conditions impact both younger and older age groups substantially. Private health cover is low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 1,695 people), compared to 51.9% in Rest of NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 14.1% of residents) and mental health issues (9.8%). Conversely, 53.0% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Rest of NSW. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 33.1% (1,186 people), compared to 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are generally in line 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 had a cultural diversity below average, with 84.9% of its population born in Australia, 92.1% being citizens, and 95.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 57.0% of people in St Georges Basin, as recorded on June 30, 2021. Judaism showed notable overrepresentation with 0.2%, compared to 0.1% across Rest of NSW.

In terms of ancestry, English comprised 32.6%, Australian 29.6%, and Scottish 8.4%. Hungarian was notably overrepresented at 0.5% (vs 0.2%), Maltese at 0.9% (vs 0.4%), and Australian Aboriginal at 4.8% (vs 4.6%).

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

The median age in St Georges Basin is 52 years, significantly higher than Rest of NSW's average of 43, and also above the national norm of 38. The 65-74 cohort is notably over-represented at 17.2% locally compared to Rest of NSW's average, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 8.2%. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is well above the national figure of 9.5%. Between 2021 and present, the population share of the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 9.0% to 10.8%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 8.4% to 10.0%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 9.6% to 8.2%, and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 18.5% to 17.2%. Population forecasts for St Georges Basin indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to grow strongly at 25%, adding 102 residents to reach 518. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts.