The Oaks

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

The suburb of The Oaks had an estimated population of around 3,312 as of February 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census. This figure reflects an increase of 330 people (11.1%) compared to the 2021 Census count of 2,982 residents. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 3,139 in June 2024, along with an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 85 persons per square kilometer. The Oaks' growth rate exceeded both the state average (7.8%) and Greater Sydney's during this period. Natural growth contributed approximately 50% to overall population gains recently, though all factors including interstate migration and overseas migration were positive contributors.

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 projects an above median population growth nationally, with The Oaks expected to grow by 535 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 10.9% over the 17-year period.

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

Between financial years 2021 and 2025, The Oaks had an average of 18 new dwelling approvals per year, totalling 90 homes. In the current financial year ending June 2026, there have been a further 7 approvals. Each year, on average, 2 new residents are gained for each dwelling built over these five years.

The average construction cost value of new homes is $509,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment. There has also been $284,000 in commercial approvals this financial year. Compared to Greater Sydney, The Oaks records significantly lower building activity, 62.0% below regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes.

New development consists of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 347 people. Looking ahead, The Oaks is projected to grow by 362 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

The Oaks has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

No infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified zero projects likely impacting this area. Key projects include Outer Sydney Metropolitan Correctional Precinct, South West Growth Area, Warragamba Dam Raising Project, and Maldon to Dombarton Freight Rail Line, with the following list detailing those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees The Oaks performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

The Oaks has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being particularly prominent. The unemployment rate is 1.1%, with an estimated employment growth of 7.7% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 2,009 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.1% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation stands at 81.4%, exceeding Greater Sydney's figure of 70.2%. Census responses indicate that 27.5% of residents work from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries for employment among residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Construction shows notable concentration with employment levels at 2.2 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 7.7% while labour force grew by 7.6%, leaving unemployment broadly unchanged. In comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2%, labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide further insight into potential future demand within The Oaks. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with significant variation between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to The Oaks' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, although this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The Oaks suburb has a high national income level, according to latest Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in The Oaks is $62,685, with an average income of $76,845. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $68,239 (median) and $83,653 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in The Oaks cluster around the 74th percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 34.0% of residents (1,126 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, mirroring regional levels where 30.9% occupy this bracket. The suburb demonstrates affluence with 34.2% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 14.8% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 82nd percentile for disposable income. The area's Socio-Economic Indexes for Advantage (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

The Oaks is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The Oaks' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.0% houses and 2.9% other dwellings. In contrast, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in The Oaks was 35.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 51.5% and rented ones at 12.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,383, lower than Sydney metro's $2,427. The median weekly rent was $400, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, The Oaks' mortgage repayments were higher at $2,383 and rents exceeded the national average of $375 by $125.

The Oaks features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 84.7% of all households, including 47.9% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 15.3%, with lone person households at 14.0% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in The Oaks fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 32.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 8.8% in secondary education, and 3.1% 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 The Oaks indicates that there are 36 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 16 individual routes providing service to the area. Collectively, these routes facilitate 198 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in The Oaks is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 231 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward for work or other purposes. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation, used by 96% of residents.

Vehicle ownership in the area averages 2.2 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a high percentage of residents, specifically 27.5%, work from home, which may be partly due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 28 trips per day, equating to approximately 5 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in The Oaks is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

The Oaks demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts showed low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover was found to be very high at approximately 57% of the total population (around 1,897 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.3% and 7.8% of residents respectively. Approximately 70.6% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 16.7% of residents aged 65 and over (around 553 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

The Oaks is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

The Oaks' population showed low cultural diversity with 89.5% born in Australia, 93.2% being citizens, and 95.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion at 67.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 49.2%. Top ancestral groups were Australian (35.0%), English (29.1%), and Irish (8.6%).

Notably, Maltese representation was higher at 2.3% versus regional 1.0%, Hungarian remained similar at 0.3%, and Italian was slightly higher at 4.2% compared to regional 3.4%.

The Oaks's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in The Oaks is 37 years, matching Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and closely resembling Australia's average of 38 years. The 5-14 age group comprises 14.7% of the population, higher than Greater Sydney's representation. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort makes up 11.0%, lower compared to Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and the present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 12.6% to 14.6%, while the 75-84 cohort has increased from 4.3% to 5.4%. During this period, the 45-54 age group decreased from 13.0% to 11.6%, and the 25-34 group fell from 12.3% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in The Oaks' age structure. Notably, the 85+ group is projected to grow by 183%, reaching 150 people from its current 52. This growth will be led by those aged 65 and above, who are expected to comprise 56% of the population increase. Meanwhile, the 35-44 and 0-4 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.