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 population of Suffolk Park is estimated at around 4,263 as of May 2026, reflecting an increase of 41 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a growth rate of 1.0%. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population being 4,257 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, along with an additional 19 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,024 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Suffolk Park's growth rate of 1.0% since the census positions it within 2.7 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.7%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. The primary driver for population growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 92.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where necessary, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Based on these aggregations, the suburb is expected to grow by 425 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 9.8% over the 16-year period, which is just below the median growth rate for regional areas nationally.

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

Suffolk Park had an average of three new dwelling approvals annually between 2013 and 2017, totaling 17 approvals. This low development level is typical of rural areas with modest housing needs and limited construction activity due to local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small number of approvals can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Compared to Rest of NSW and national patterns, Suffolk Park shows considerably less construction activity. Recent construction consists of 50% detached houses and 50% attached dwellings, reflecting a shift towards denser development to cater to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This change is notable given the current housing mix of 69% houses. With approximately 1051 people per approval, Suffolk Park indicates an established area. By 2041, AreaSearch estimates Suffolk Park's population will grow by 419 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 419 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

Six projects are identified by AreaSearch as likely impacting the area's performance. These 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 considered most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Suffolk Park significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Suffolk Park has an educated workforce with prominent tourism and hospitality sectors, and a low unemployment rate of 2.2% as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 2,294 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.8% below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is high at 65.7%, compared to Regional NSW's 60.5%.

Census data shows that 30.8% of residents work from home, possibly impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns. Leading industries include accommodation & food, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Suffolk Park specializes in accommodation & food employment, with a share 2.1 times the regional level. Conversely, public administration & safety is under-represented, at 1.8% compared to Regional NSW's 7.5%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.5%, alongside a 1.5% employment decline, keeping unemployment stable. In contrast, Regional NSW saw a 1.2% employment contraction, a 0.8% labour force fall, and a 0.4 percentage point unemployment rise. 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 Suffolk Park's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider local population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Suffolk Park is $43,333 and average income is $90,060. This compares to Regional NSW where median income is $52,390 and average income is $65,215. Using Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year ending June 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $47,805 (median) and $99,295 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data indicates Suffolk Park's household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 66th percentile nationally. Income distribution shows 35.0% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (1,492 residents), similar to metropolitan regions where 29.9% fall into this bracket. High housing costs consume 20.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 60th percentile nationally. 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 dwellings, as recorded in the latest Census, consisted of 69.2% houses and 30.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's 89.2% houses and 10.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Suffolk Park stood at 34.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (32.5%) or rented (33.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,383, higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Weekly rent in Suffolk Park was recorded at $700, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Suffolk Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while 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 account for 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 constitute 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

Educational attainment in Suffolk Park is notably high, with 40.2% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications as of the latest available data. This compares to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 24.3% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 29.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 32.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 12.1% and certificates for 20.8%.

Educational participation is high, 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

The analysis of public transport in Suffolk Park indicates that there are currently 24 operational transport stops serving the area. These stops cater to a variety of bus routes, with a total of 21 individual routes providing service. The combined weekly passenger trips across all these routes amount to 357. The accessibility of transport within Suffolk Park is considered excellent, with residents typically residing just 195 meters away from the nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuting by its residents is outward-bound. The car remains the primary mode of transportation for 90% of residents, while cycling accounts for 4%.

On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling in Suffolk Park. Notably, 30.8% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions as reported in the 2021 Census. The service frequency across all routes averages 51 trips per day, translating to approximately 14 weekly trips per individual stop.

Suffolk Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows exceptional results across Suffolk Park. AreaSearch's assessment reveals very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups and an impressively high rate of private health cover at approximately 62% of the total population (2,661 people), compared to Regional NSW's 51.9%. Nationally, this stands at 55.7%.

Mental health issues and arthritis were found to be the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 6.6% and 6.1% of residents respectively. Notably, 76.8% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, higher than Regional NSW's 63.3%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 16.2% (690 people), compared to Regional NSW's 23.4%. Health outcomes among seniors in Suffolk Park are particularly strong, broadly aligning with national rankings for the general 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 was above average, with 13.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. Christianity dominated Suffolk Park's religious landscape at 28.6%. Judaism was overrepresented at 0.7%, compared to Regional NSW's 0.1%.

The top ancestry groups were English (29.6%), Australian (21.1%) - lower than the regional average of 30.0% - and Irish (10.9%). Notably, French (1.8%) Spanish (1.2%) and Russian (0.6%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to Regional NSW's 0.4%, 0.3%, and 0.2% respectively.

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

Suffolk Park's median age is 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 17.2% of Suffolk Park's population, higher than Regional NSW's percentage. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort comprises 9.2%, lower than Regional NSW's figure. Post-2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group grew from 15.9% to 17.8%, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 4.2% to 5.4%. However, the 55 to 64 cohort decreased from 12.4% to 10.2%. By 2041, Suffolk Park's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 35 to 44 group is expected to grow by 22%, reaching 922 people from the current 758. Meanwhile, population declines are forecast for the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts.