Sydney Olympic Park

Sydney Olympic Park lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

The estimated population of Sydney Olympic Park, as of November 2025, is around 6,846. This figure reflects an increase of 1,998 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,848. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 6,413 in June 2024, based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS, and an additional 619 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,031 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 41.2% since the 2021 census exceeded both the state (6.7%) and metropolitan area rates, making it a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 44.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, for covered areas. For uncovers areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are utilized. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Exceptional growth is predicted over the period, placing Sydney Olympic Park in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across the nation. The area is expected to increase by 3,666 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an overall increase of 34.3% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Sydney Olympic Park among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Sydney Olympic Park has seen approximately 245 residential properties approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 1,229 homes were granted approval, with no approvals recorded so far in FY-26. On average, 1.3 people have moved into the area for each dwelling built over these years, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average construction cost value of new homes being built is $556,000. This year, there have been $263,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting a predominantly residential focus. Recent building activity consists solely of attached dwellings, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

With around 60 people per dwelling approval, Sydney Olympic Park exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the population is forecasted to grow by 2,351 residents through to 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand readily, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Sydney Olympic Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Local infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 75 projects potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Wentworth Point Mixed-Use Development, Wentworth Point Peninsula Park, Homebush Bay Drive and Australia Avenue Intersection Upgrade, and Wentworth Point Mixed-Use Development. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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

Sydney Olympic Park has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 2.6% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.0%.

As of June 2025, 4149 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.6%, below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is high at 70.2% compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Major employment sectors include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. The area specializes in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, while education & training shows lower representation at 5.6% compared to the regional average of 8.9%.

There are 1.5 workers for every resident, indicating that the area functions as an employment hub hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.0% and labour force grew by 2.8%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.6%, labour force growth of 2.9%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in Sep-22, project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Sydney Olympic Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Sydney Olympic Park had a median taxpayer income of $56,875 and an average income of $68,070 in financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is higher than Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856 during the same period. By September 2025, based on a 12.61% growth in wages since financial year 2022, estimated incomes would be approximately $64,047 (median) and $76,654 (average). In 2021 Census figures, individual earnings reached the 87th percentile nationally at $1,135 weekly. The predominant income cohort in Sydney Olympic Park consists of 40.5% of locals (2,772 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% fall into this bracket. Locals spend 25.1% of their income on housing costs, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 51st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Sydney Olympic Park features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Sydney Olympic Park's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types (0.0% houses). This contrasts with Sydney metro's 0.0% houses and 0.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Sydney Olympic Park was higher at 6.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 24.7% and rented ones at 69.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,400, aligning with the Sydney metro average. The median weekly rent was $520, unlike Sydney metro's figures of $0 for both metrics. Nationally, Sydney Olympic Park's mortgage repayments were higher ($2,400 vs. $1,863), and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Sydney Olympic Park features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a median household size of 2.0 people

Family households comprise 61.2% of all households, including 19.0% couples with children, 34.4% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 38.8%, with lone person households at 32.6% and group households comprising 6.2%. The median household size is 2.0 people.

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

Sydney Olympic Park has a notably high educational attainment among residents aged 15 and above. As of the latest data, 61.8% hold university qualifications, significantly surpassing national (30.4%) and state (NSW) averages (32.2%). Bachelor degrees are the most common at 37.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (22.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational pathways account for 19.4% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 11.0% and certificates 8.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in tertiary education, 3.9% in primary education, and 2.6% pursuing secondary education. As of the 20XX census, Sydney Olympic Park's three schools had a combined enrollment of 0 students. Secondary education dominates with three schools, while primary students typically attend schools in adjacent catchments due to no schools being located within Sydney Olympic Park itself. Residents therefore must travel to neighboring areas for educational services.

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

Sydney Olympic Park has 27 active public transport stops. These include ferry, train, and bus services. There are 15 different routes operating in total.

Each week, these routes provide 12,266 passenger trips combined. The average distance from a resident's location to the nearest transport stop is 111 meters. Daily service frequency averages 1,752 trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 454 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Sydney Olympic Park shows excellent health outcomes, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Approximately 54% (~3,686 people) of its total population has private health cover. Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 4.6% each of residents. A significant majority, 86.7%, report no medical ailments, compared to 0% in Greater Sydney overall. The area has a senior population (aged 65 and over) comprising 5.9% (403 people). Health outcomes among seniors align with the general population's health profile.

Sydney Olympic Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Sydney Olympic Park has a culturally diverse population, with 71.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 69.7% born overseas. The predominant religion is Christianity, comprising 30.3%. Islam, however, is overrepresented at 10.5%, compared to none across Greater Sydney.

In ancestry, the top groups are Chinese (26.3%), Other (21.9%), and Korean (11.5%). Notably, Russian (0.6%) and Filipino (3.3%) are overrepresented, as is Lebanese (1.5%), with no regional representation for these groups.

Sydney Olympic Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Sydney Olympic Park has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Sydney Olympic Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (35.0%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (5.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, residents have aged by an average of 1.8 years, with the median age rising from 31 to 33. Specifically, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has increased from 21.1% to 24.3%, while those aged 65-74 rose from 2.7% to 4.2%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 41.1% to 35.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Sydney Olympic Park's age profile will change significantly. The number of residents aged 25-34 is projected to increase by 738 people (31%), from 2,396 to 3,135. Meanwhile, the number of residents aged 35-44 is expected to decrease by 115.