Suffolk Park

Population growth drivers in Suffolk Park are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

The estimated population of Suffolk Park is around 4,282 as of February 2026, reflecting an increase of 60 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 1.4% change from the previous figure of 4,222 residents. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch is 4,210, based on examination of ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,029 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Suffolk Park has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.9%, outperforming its SA4 region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 92.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Suffolk Park is expected to grow by 438 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 8.6% over the 17-year period. This growth rate aligns with the median trend for regional areas nationally.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Suffolk Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Suffolk Park had 17 dwelling approvals over five years, averaging three annually. This low activity is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs and limited construction due to local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth statistics.

Suffolk Park's construction activity is lower than Rest of NSW and national patterns. Recent development comprises 50% detached houses and 50% attached dwellings, reflecting a trend towards denser development appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This shift marks a change from the current housing mix of 69% houses, driven by reduced site availability and shifting lifestyle demands. Suffolk Park has around 1083 people per approval, indicating an established area. By 2041, it is projected to grow by 366 residents. If development rates remain constant, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Looking ahead, Suffolk Park is expected to grow by 366 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Suffolk Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

AreaSearch has identified six infrastructure projects that may impact the area's performance. Key projects include: 9-15 Clifford Street Development, Suffolk Park Roundabout, 41 Bottlebrush Crescent Residential Subdivision, and Kool Beanz Academy Childcare Centre. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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The labour market strength in Suffolk Park positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Suffolk Park has an educated workforce with prominent tourism and hospitality sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.2% in the past year, lower than Regional NSW's 3.9%. As of December 2025, 2,440 residents are employed, with a participation rate of 70.6%, higher than Regional NSW's 61.3%.

30.8% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment industries include accommodation & food, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. The area specializes in accommodation & food, with an employment share 2.1 times the regional level, but public administration & safety is under-represented at 1.8% compared to Regional NSW's 7.5%. From December 2024 to December 2025, Suffolk Park's labour force decreased by 0.1%, with employment declining by 0.2%, keeping unemployment stable.

In contrast, Regional NSW saw a 1.2% employment contraction, a 0.8% labour force drop, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Suffolk Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Suffolk Park is extremely high nationally. The median income is assessed at $43,333 while the average income stands at $90,060. This contrasts with Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $47,172 (median) and $97,981 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Suffolk Park cluster around the 66th percentile nationally. Distribution data shows the largest segment comprises 35.0% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,498 residents). High housing costs consume 20.4% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 60th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Suffolk Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Suffolk Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 69.2% houses and 30.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Suffolk Park stood at 34.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.5% and rented ones at 33.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,383, exceeding Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Suffolk Park was $700, higher than Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Suffolk Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,383 compared to Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Suffolk Park features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 66.1% of all households, including 27.7% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 33.9%, with lone person households at 21.6% and group households comprising 11.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Suffolk Park demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Suffolk Park's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 40.2% hold university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 24.3% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 29.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 32.9% of residents holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas comprise 12.1% and certificates make up 20.8%.

Educational participation is high in the area, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.5% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Suffolk Park has 24 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 21 different routes that together facilitate 357 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent access to these stops, with an average distance of 195 meters to the nearest one. Most residents commute outwards from Suffolk Park, primarily using cars (90%), while a small percentage cycle (4%). On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in the area. According to the 2021 Census, 30.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages 51 trips per day, equating to approximately 14 weekly trips per stop.

Suffolk Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Suffolk Park, according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Younger cohorts in particular have a very low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (2,673 people), compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 6.6% and 6.1% of residents respectively, while 76.8% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The area has 16.0% of residents aged 65 and over (685 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Suffolk Park was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Suffolk Park's cultural diversity is notable, with 13.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, at 28.6%. Judaism's representation in Suffolk Park is higher than the regional average, comprising 0.7% compared to 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (29.6%), Australian (21.1%) and Irish (10.9%). Some ethnicities show significant differences: French at 1.8% vs 0.4%, Spanish at 1.2% vs 0.3%, and Russian at 0.6% vs 0.2%.

Suffolk Park's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

Suffolk Park has a median age of 38, which is lower than Regional NSW's figure of 43 but matches the national norm of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 17.8% of Suffolk Park's population, higher than Regional NSW's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort comprises 9.0%. According to the 2021 Census, younger residents have decreased the median age by 1 year to 38. Specifically, the 35-44 age group grew from 15.9% to 17.8%, and the 25-34 cohort increased from 16.7% to 17.8%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort declined from 12.4% to 10.0%, and the 45-54 group decreased from 14.2% to 13.1%. By 2041, Suffolk Park's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 35-44 cohort is projected to grow by 20%, adding 153 residents and reaching a total of 916. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 55-64 cohorts are both expected to experience population declines.