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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated since the 2021 Census, the Sydney Olympic Park statistical area (Lv2) had an estimated population of around 8,882 as of November 2025. This reflects a growth of 4,034 people from the 2021 Census figure of 4,848, indicating an increase of 83.2%. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 8,582 in June 2024 and 619 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,337 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Sydney Olympic Park (SA2) experienced a higher growth rate than both the state's 7.6% and metropolitan area's growth during this period, making it a notable growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 44.0% of overall population gains, with natural growth and interstate migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses 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 for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Applying growth rates by age group from these aggregations to all areas, the Sydney Olympic Park (SA2) is projected to grow exceptionally over the period 2032 to 2041, increasing by 3,608 persons to reach an estimated population of 12,490 by 2041. This reflects a total increase of approximately 2.9% over the 17-year period.

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

Sydney Olympic Park has received approximately 268 residential building approvals annually, with a total of 1,344 homes approved between Financial Year 2021 to Financial Year 2025 inclusive. In Financial Year 2026 up to present, there have been 311 approvals. Over the past five financial years, an average of 1.2 new residents per dwelling was observed, indicating a balanced supply and demand scenario.

However, this ratio has decreased to zero people per dwelling over the last two financial years, suggesting an improved balance between supply and demand. This year, $4.8 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential character.

All recent building activity involves attached dwellings, which provide affordable entry points for various buyer types such as downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Sydney Olympic Park is projected to gain 257 residents by 2041. Given current development trends, new housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 77 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Wentworth Point Mixed-Use Development, Wentworth Point Peninsula Park, Homebush Bay Drive and Australia Avenue Intersection Upgrade, Sydney Metro West - Westmead to The Bays. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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Employment conditions in Sydney Olympic Park demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Sydney Olympic Park has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. Its unemployment rate was 2.6% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 2.4%.

As of September 2025, 4,157 residents are employed at a rate of 1.5% below Greater Sydney's 4.2%, and participation is 70.2% compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries include professional & technical (1.4 times the regional level), health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Education & training is under-represented at 5.6% versus Greater Sydney's 8.9%. The area has 1.5 workers per resident, functioning as an employment hub.

In the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.4%, labour force by 3.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.6 percentage points. Comparatively, Greater Sydney recorded growths of 2.1% (employment), 2.4% (labour force), with a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. National forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Sydney Olympic Park's employment mix suggests local growth should be 7.1% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Sydney Olympic Park had a median taxpayer income of $56,873 and an average of $68,068 in financial year 2023. These figures align with national averages, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $61,912 (median) and $74,099 (average), based on an 8.86% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. As of the 2021 Census, individual earnings reached the 87th percentile nationally ($1,135 weekly). Income brackets showed that 40.5% of the population (3,597 individuals) fell within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. High housing costs consumed 25.1% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 51st percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 10th decile.

Sydney Olympic Park features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a predominantly rental market

Sydney Olympic Park's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of non-household dwellings such as semi-detached units, apartments, and others. Home ownership in the area was at 6.1%, with 24.7% of dwellings under mortgage and 69.2% rented out. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,400, and the median weekly rent was $520. Nationally, Sydney Olympic Park's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, with rents 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 constitute 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 account for 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 level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above. A total of 61.8% hold university qualifications, which is significantly higher than the national average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. This indicates a strong focus on higher education in the area. Bachelor degrees are the most common, with 37.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 22.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%.

Vocational pathways also play a role, accounting for 19.4% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 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.

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

The analysis of public transport in Sydney Olympic Park shows that there are 59 active transport stops currently operating. These include a mix of ferry, train, and bus services. There are 26 individual routes serving these stops, which together provide 17,328 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility to transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 110 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 2,475 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 293 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 across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions.

Its private health cover rate is approximately 54%, slightly higher than the average SA2 area (~4,782 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 4.6% and 4.6% of residents respectively. A majority, 86.7%, report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 0% in Greater Sydney overall. The area has a senior population (aged 65 and over) of 524 people, making up 5.9% of the total population. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong and align with those of the general population.

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. Christianity is the main religion in Sydney Olympic Park, comprising 30.3% of its population. Islam is notably overrepresented in Sydney Olympic Park at 10.5%, compared to None% across Greater Sydney.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (26.3%), Other (21.9%), and Korean (11.5%). There are notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Russian is overrepresented at 0.6%, Filipino at 3.3%, and Lebanese at 1.5%.

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 on average by 1.8 years, with the median age rising from 31 to 33. Notably, 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 55-64 age cohort is projected to increase by 229 people (46%), from 497 to 727. However, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 0-4 age cohorts.