Turvey Park

An assessment of population growth drivers in Turvey Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Turvey Park is around 3,675, reflecting a growth of 103 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 2.9% rise from the previously reported figure of 3,572 residents. AreaSearch's estimation of 3,627 residents, based on ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and validated new addresses since the Census date, infers this growth. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 980 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Turvey Park's 2.9% growth since the census is within 1.3 percentage points of the SA3 area (4.2%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Natural growth contributed roughly 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch's projections for Turvey Park, based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a 2022 base year and NSW State Government SA2-level projections for areas not covered by this data, anticipate future growth dynamics. By 2041, the suburb is expected to increase its population by approximately 261 persons, reflecting a total gain of about 5.8% over the 17-year period.

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

Turvey Park has had minimal residential development activity with 2 dwelling approvals annually on average over the five years from January 2016 to December 2020, totalling 14 approvals in this period. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area where housing needs are typically specific and local rather than driven by broad market demand. It is important to note that due to the small number of approvals, individual projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Turvey Park has substantially lower development levels compared to Rest of NSW and is also below national averages. New developments consist of 50% detached houses and 50% attached dwellings, which offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a significant shift from the current housing mix, which is currently at 93% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With approximately 1052 people per dwelling approval, Turvey Park reflects a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Turvey Park is forecasted to gain 213 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Population forecasts indicate Turvey Park will gain 213 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Wagga Wagga Special Activation Precinct, Gissing Oval Amenities Upgrade, Wagga Wagga Health Service Redevelopment Stage 3, and South Campus Residential Development. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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The employment landscape in Turvey Park presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.7%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Turvey Park's workforce is well-educated with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of December 2025, 1,903 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.2% lower than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation is relatively stable at 65.8%, compared to Regional NSW's 61.3%. Census responses indicate that only 9.4% of residents work from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries of employment include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Turvey Park shows strong specialization in education & training, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 1.7% compared to Regional NSW's average of 5.3%. Local employment opportunities exist, but many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data comparing working population to local population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Turvey Park's labour force decreased by 2.9% while employment declined by 3.2%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. Regional NSW recorded an employment decline of 1.2%, labour force decline of 0.8%, and an increase in unemployment rate of 0.4 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Turvey Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Turvey Park is above average nationally. The median income is $61,583 and the average income stands at $75,119. This contrasts with Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Turvey Park would be approximately $67,039 (median) and $81,775 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 69th percentile ($912 weekly), while household income sits at the 52nd percentile. Distribution data shows that 34.9% of residents (1,282 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, aligning with the broader area where this cohort represents 29.9%. After housing costs, residents retain 87.0% of income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Turvey Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Turvey Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.4% houses and 6.6% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Turvey Park was at 32.5%, with mortgaged properties at 37.6% and rented ones at 29.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Turvey Park was $338, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Turvey Park's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,517 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Turvey Park features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.3% of all households, including 29.0% couples with children, 26.6% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.7%, with lone person households at 28.1% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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

Educational attainment in Turvey Park is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 31.2% hold university qualifications, compared to 18.7% in the SA4 region and 20.4% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 33.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 8.9% and certificates for 24.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Turvey Park has 40 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 85 routes providing 2,438 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 194 meters to the nearest stop. As a mainly residential area, most commuting is outward-bound. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 91%, with walking accounting for 7%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 9.4% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 348 trips per day, resulting in approximately 60 weekly trips per stop.

Health outcomes in Turvey Park are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Health indicators suggest below-average outcomes in Turvey Park based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (~2,080 people), compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW. The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 9.9 and 9.0% of residents respectively. 67.6% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 16.0% of residents aged 65 and over (588 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Turvey Park ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Turvey Park's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 88.6% of its population being citizens, 86.8% born in Australia, and 89.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 56.3% of Turvey Park's population. The most significant overrepresentation was seen in the 'Other' category, which made up 3.6% of the population compared to Regional NSW's average of 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (30.8%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (13.0%). Notable divergences included overrepresentation of Scottish (9.3%) and German (3.8%) groups compared to regional averages of 8.0% and 3.1%, respectively, while Samoan representation was also slightly higher at 0.2%.

Turvey Park's population is younger than the national pattern

Turvey Park's median age is 34, which is lower than Regional NSW's figure of 43 and Australia's figure of 38. The 25-34 cohort is over-represented in Turvey Park at 17.8%, compared to the Regional NSW average, while the 75-84 year-olds are under-represented at 4.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has increased from 16.2% to 17.8% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 11.4% to 10.2%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Turvey Park's age profile will change significantly. The 25-34 age group is projected to expand by 111 people (17%), from 654 to 766. Conversely, both the 5-14 and 65-74 age groups are projected to decrease in number.