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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Sydney Olympic Park's population is estimated at around 8,926 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 4,078 people (84.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,848 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 8,582 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 619 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,344 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 84.1% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that 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, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population dynamics, exceptional growth, placing in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across the nation, is predicted over the period with the area expected to increase by 3,579 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 2.1% in total over the 17 years.

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 been granted around 268 residential property approvals annually, with a total of 1,344 homes approved over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25. In FY-26 alone, 311 approvals have been recorded so far. On average, 1.2 new residents per year were associated with each new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand scenario.

However, this ratio has moderated to 0 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting an improved balance. Commercial approvals totaling $4.8 million have been registered in the current financial year, reflecting the area's residential character.

Recent building activity is dominated by attached dwellings, which offer affordable entry pathways and attract downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Sydney Olympic Park is projected to gain 186 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand effectively, 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 78 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. Below is a list of most relevant projects.

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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 strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 2.7% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 2.3%. As of September 2025, 4149 residents were employed at a rate 1.5% below Greater Sydney's 4.2%, but workforce participation lagged at 56.4%.

Home workership was high at 54.3%. Key industries included professional & technical (1.4 times the regional level), health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. Education & training was under-represented at 5.6% compared to Greater Sydney's 8.9%. The area hosted more jobs than residents with a worker-resident ratio of 1.5.

Employment increased by 2.3% over the year while labour force rose by 2.9%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.6 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with local employment estimated to increase by 7.1% and 14.2% respectively based on industry-specific projections.

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

The median taxpayer income in Sydney Olympic Park is $56,873, with an average of $68,068, based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is comparable to national averages, while Greater Sydney's median income is $60,817 and average income is $83,003. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $61,912 (median) and $74,099 (average), accounting for the Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, individual earnings in Sydney Olympic Park stand at the 87th percentile nationally, with weekly earnings of $1,135. Income brackets show that 40.5% of the population (3,615 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range. High housing costs consume 25.1% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 51st percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Sydney Olympic Park features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Sydney Olympic Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of non-household dwellings such as apartments. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan area's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Sydney Olympic Park stood at 6.1%, lower than the Sydney metro average. Most dwellings were either mortgaged (24.7%) or rented (69.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,400, below the Sydney metro average of $2,427. Median weekly rent was $520, compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, Sydney Olympic Park's mortgage repayments were higher at $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 lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 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 constitute 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, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

In Sydney Olympic Park, residents aged 15 and above have notably higher educational attainment compared to broader figures. Specifically, 61.8% of residents hold university qualifications, surpassing the national average of 30.4% and the New South Wales (NSW) average of 32.2%. This notable difference indicates a significant educational advantage for the area. Bachelor degrees are the most common type of qualification, held by 37.0% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 22.7%, and graduate diplomas at 2.1%.

Vocational pathways make up 19.4% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas accounting for 11.0% and certificates for 8.4%. Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 28.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% pursuing tertiary education, 3.9% in primary education, and 2.6% engaged in secondary education.

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

Sydney Olympic Park has 59 active public transport stops, serving a mix of ferry, train, and bus routes. These stops are serviced by 26 individual routes, collectively providing 17,328 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest transport stop for residents is 110 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility. As a primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. The dominant mode of transportation is car at 65%, followed by train at 20% and bus at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.4 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 54.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 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's health outcomes show excellent results according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and prevalence of chronic conditions are very low across all age groups.

The area has a higher rate of private health cover at approximately 54% of its total population (~4,806 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most common medical conditions, affecting 4.6% and 4.7% of residents respectively. A higher proportion of residents, 86.7%, report being completely clear of medical ailments compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. The area has a lower percentage of seniors aged 65 and over at 6.7% (598 people) compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with the general population's national rankings.

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 population where 71.4% speak a language other than English at home, with 69.7% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 30.3%. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 10.5% versus 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Chinese (26.3%, regional average: 8.4%), Other (21.9%, regional average: 16.0%), and Korean (11.5%, regional average: 1.1%). Notably, Russian (0.6% vs 0.4%), Filipino (3.3% vs 2.0%), and Lebanese (1.5% vs 2.6%) ethnicities are also overrepresented in Sydney Olympic Park compared to the region.

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 (33.5%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (6%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, residents have aged by an average of 2.3 years, with the median age rising from 31 to 33. Specifically, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has increased from 21.1% to 24.5%, while those aged 65-74 have grown from 2.7% to 4.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 41.1% to 33.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Sydney Olympic Park's age profile will change significantly. The 15-24 age cohort is projected to increase by 218 people (28%), from 776 to 995. However, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 0-4 age cohorts.