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Population
St Helens Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends
As of November 2025, the estimated population of St Helens Park is around 6,768. This reflects an increase of 121 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,647. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 6,753 following examination of the latest ERP data release by ABS (June 2024) and an additional 7 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,311 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 59.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in the suburb of St Helens Park.
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, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections 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. Looking at population projections moving forward, the suburb is expected to grow by 384 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 7.1% in total over the 17 years.
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Development
AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees St Helens Park recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide
St Helens Park averaged approximately 32 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25. This totals an estimated 160 homes. In FY-26 so far, 6 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 0.9 people moved to the area per year for each dwelling built during this period.
New construction has kept pace with or exceeded demand, offering more housing options and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current expectations. The average expected construction cost of new properties was $364,000, which is below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options. In FY-26, there have been $21,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity.
Compared to Greater Sydney, St Helens Park has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person. Nationally, it ranks among the 64th percentile of areas assessed. New development consists of 80.0% detached houses and 20.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suitable for buyers seeking space. With around 225 people per dwelling approval, St Helens Park exhibits characteristics of a low density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, St Helens Park is projected to gain 480 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.
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Infrastructure
St Helens Park 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 Kerridge Release Area (Ambarvale South), Greater Macarthur Transit Corridor, Gilead Stage Two, and Gordon Fetterplace Aquatic Centre Upgrades.
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Greater Macarthur Growth Area
The Greater Macarthur Growth Area is one of NSW's priority growth areas, encompassing the Glenfield to Macarthur urban renewal corridor and new land release precincts at Gilead, Appin and West Appin. It is planned to deliver approximately 58,000 new homes and support around 40,000 new jobs over the next 20-30 years, with planning and infrastructure coordination and environmental conservation ongoing.
Western Sydney University Campbelltown Campus Vertical Expansion
Major vertical expansion of WSU Campbelltown Campus including the new Lang Walker AO Medical Research Building (medical school and advanced research facilities), a 9-level Clinical Training and Simulation Tower, new student accommodation, and associated health/education precinct upgrades to support Western Sydney's growing healthcare workforce training and research.
Campbelltown Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2
The $632 million Campbelltown Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2 is complete, providing a world-class healthcare facility for the Macarthur region. The project included a new 12-storey clinical services building with a new emergency department, intensive care unit, and state-of-the-art operating theatres. It also delivered expanded mental health services, new nuclear medicine and dental services, and enhanced women's health services, including birthing suites and a maternity ward. The redevelopment significantly increases the region's capacity to handle complex health cases.
Greater Macarthur Growth Area - Glenfield to Macarthur Corridor
The Greater Macarthur Growth Area is a major NSW Government strategic planning initiative incorporating the Glenfield to Macarthur urban renewal corridor and new land release precincts to the south (Appin, North Appin, Gilead). The project aims to deliver up to 58,000 new homes (18,000 in urban renewal, 40,000 in greenfield sites) and create up to 40,000 local jobs by 2040. Strategic planning continues, with the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure working with local councils to implement the Greater Macarthur 2040 plan, guide rezoning, and coordinate infrastructure delivery. The Glenfield precinct has been rezoned (July 2021) to enable up to 7,000 new homes, 2,900 jobs and a new sports and education precinct, with Landcom progressing development applications for a town centre and housing.
Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan Masterplan
A $203.7 million transformation of Australia's largest botanic garden featuring a new Coolamon Lake precinct shaped like a traditional coolamon vessel, world-class biodome greenhouses showcasing Australian native flora, First Nations Garden with cultural awareness programs, native farm, accommodation facilities, over 10 kilometers of new walking and cycling trails, entertainment and event spaces, research and science facilities including expansion of the Australian PlantBank and National Herbarium, and ecotourism facilities. The masterplan designed by McGregor Coxall aims to restore Dharawal Country, regenerate endangered Cumberland Plain vegetation, and establish one of the world's leading sustainable scientific gardens while providing essential green space for Western Sydney's growing population.
Campbelltown Sport and Health Centre of Excellence
The Campbelltown Sport and Health Centre of Excellence is a $33 million integrated high-performance training and community health facility at Campbelltown Sports Stadium in Leumeah. Delivered in partnership by Campbelltown City Council, Western Sydney University, Wests Tigers, and Macarthur FC, the centre features elite training facilities, a sports science education centre, health and medical hub, gym, aquatic recovery, and multipurpose community spaces. Construction commenced in mid-2025 and is progressing on schedule for completion in 2027.
Gilead Stage Two
Lendlease's 495ha State Assessed Planning Proposal to transform a site within the Greater Macarthur Growth Area to deliver up to 3,300 new homes, a new school, town centre, and public open space over 10-15 years. The rezoning has been finalised, with 50% of the site (247.8ha) zoned as protected environmental land, including 230ha of mapped koala corridors. The potential development of 3,300 dwellings is approved, with 600 dwelling lots unlocked now, pending adoption of a Precinct Structure Plan and Development Control Plan, and a further 2,700 lots conditional on delivery of necessary infrastructure such as wastewater servicing. Upgrades to Appin Road including koala underpasses are also committed by the proponent.
Appin (Part) Precinct - Future Appin Communities
Large greenfield precinct in the Greater Macarthur Growth Area on and around Appin Road, planned as three connected Future Appin communities. The 1,378 ha Appin (Part) Precinct was rezoned in December 2023 and is planned to deliver up to 12,900 new homes alongside local centres, schools, parks, sports fields and conservation land. Walker Corporation has lodged a concept and Stage 1 development application for about 9,000 homes, with staging tied to major infrastructure including a $1.9 billion Macarthur Business Park, more than $2 billion in state and local infrastructure, and new water, wastewater and transport upgrades. A draft Precinct Structure Plan and Development Control Plan were exhibited in late 2025 and the Department of Planning is now reviewing submissions; housing construction will begin in stages once final plans and early infrastructure are approved.
Employment
St Helens Park shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia
St Helens Park has a balanced workforce with representation from both white and blue collar jobs. Key sectors include essential services, healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
The area stands out for its high concentration in manufacturing, which is 1.6 times the regional average. However, professional & technical roles are less prevalent, at 3.8% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. As of June 2025, 3,555 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 7.6%, which is 3.4% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in St Helens Park is 62.8%, slightly above Greater Sydney's 60.0%.
Over the past year, employment grew by 5.2%, while labour force increased by 5.1%, and unemployment remained largely unchanged. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6%, labour force expansion of 2.9%, and a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. Looking ahead, Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest that St Helens Park's employment could increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.
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Income
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment
AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows St Helens Park had a median income among taxpayers of $56,696 and an average level of $65,071. Nationally, the median is $56,994 and the average is $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for St Helens Park would be approximately $63,845 (median) and $73,276 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates household, family and personal incomes in St Helens Park cluster around the 51st percentile nationally. Income brackets show that 42.3% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 30.9% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income, leaving disposable income at the 53rd percentile.
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Housing
St Helens Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
St Helens Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 89.4% houses and 10.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 78.5% houses and 21.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in St Helens Park was at 21.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 49.2% and rented ones at 29.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,966, below Sydney metro's average of $2,100. The median weekly rent figure was $400, compared to Sydney metro's $380. Nationally, St Helens Park's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
St Helens Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households comprise 81.8% of all households, including 40.5% couples with children, 20.4% couples without children, and 19.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for 18.2%, with lone person households at 16.0% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.9.
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Local Schools & Education
St Helens Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
The area's university qualification rate is 15.3%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 37.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (27.3%). Educational participation is high at 31.1%, with 11.8% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 3.6% in tertiary education.
The area has two public schools serving 640 students: St Helens Park Public School and Woodland Road Public School. These schools focus on primary education, with secondary options available nearby. There are 9.5 school places per 100 residents, below the regional average of 17.1.
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Transport
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Public transport analysis shows that as of 15th April 2021 there are 43 active transport stops operating within St Helens Park. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 17 individual routes providing service to the area. Collectively, these routes facilitate 1,072 weekly passenger trips.
The accessibility of public transport in the region is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 152 meters from their nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages at 153 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 24 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
St Helens Park's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts
St Helens Park's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, with common health conditions among its general population being somewhat typical but higher than the national average for older cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 53% (around 3,564 people), leading that of the average SA2 area and Greater Sydney's 49.3%.
Asthma and mental health issues are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.4% and 8.2% of residents respectively, while 68.5% reported being completely clear of medical ailments compared to Greater Sydney's 70.3%. The area has 10.2% (690 people) of residents aged 65 and over, which is lower than Greater Sydney's 14.4%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.
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Cultural Diversity
St Helens Park 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 Helens Park had a higher cultural diversity than most nearby areas, with 24.3% of its residents born overseas and 24.2% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in St Helens Park, comprising 57.2% of the population. However, Islam was overrepresented at 6.6%, lower than Greater Sydney's average of 12.5%.
The top three ancestral groups were Australian (25.5%), English (22.5%), and Other (14.2%). Notably, Samoan ancestry was higher in St Helens Park at 1.8% compared to the regional average of 2.4%, Spanish was similar at 0.7%, and Maltese was higher at 1.2% versus the regional average of 0.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
St Helens Park's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide
The median age of St Helens Park is 33, which is younger than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, St Helens Park has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (15.7%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.9%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 75-84 age group has increased from 2.6% to 3.3% of the population, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 14.7% to 14.0%. By 2041, St Helens Park's population is projected to see significant demographic changes. The 45-54 age group is forecast to grow by 18%, adding 150 residents to reach a total of 1,010. Meanwhile, both the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are expected to decrease in number.