Willmot

Willmot is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

The suburb of Willmot had an estimated population of 2,580 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses. This figure reflects a growth of 198 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,382. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 2,571 in June 2025, along with three validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,835 persons per square kilometer, placing Willmot in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. The suburb's growth rate of 8.3% since the 2021 Census exceeded both the SA3 area (3.6%) and the state average, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth accounted for approximately 57.99999999999999% of Willmot's overall population gains during recent periods.

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. These projections indicate that Willmot is expected to experience population growth just below the Australian median statistical area average between 2032 and 2041, with an anticipated increase of 266 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 10.0% over the 16-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Willmot is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Based on AreaSearch analysis using ABS building approval numbers derived from statistical area data, Willmot has seen approximately two new homes approved annually. Between the financial years 2021 (FY-21) and 2025 (FY-25), around thirteen homes were approved, with four more approved in FY-26 to date. Despite population decline in the area, housing supply has been adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $216,000, below the regional average, suggesting affordable housing options for buyers. This financial year, Willmot has registered $10,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting its residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Willmot records significantly lower building activity, at 60.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings, although development activity has increased recently. Overall, construction levels in Willmot are under the national average, indicating an established area with potential planning limitations.

All new constructions have been detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. With around 551 people per approval, Willmot indicates a mature market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Willmot is projected to add 257 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

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

Area infrastructure projects identified by AreaSearch that may impact the area include M12 Motorway (Western Sydney Airport Motorway), Richmond Road Upgrade - M7 to Townson Road, The Ponds North West Growth Area - Adjacent Precincts, and Tallawong to St Marys (T2SM) Passenger Rail Corridor.

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Employment conditions in Willmot face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Willmot's workforce comprises an equal mix of white and blue-collar jobs, with varied sector representation. As of December 2025, the unemployment rate stands at 18.5%, showing a growth of 5.8% compared to the previous year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation. In Willmot, 876 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 14.3% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

The workforce participation rate in Willmot lags behind Greater Sydney at 52.7%, indicating room for improvement. Census responses reveal that a moderate 16.1% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors include transport, postal & warehousing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Willmot has a significant specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share 2.9 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services employ only 3.0% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the disparity between working population and resident population counts. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 5.8%, while the labour force grew by 2.9%, causing a 2.3 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2% and unemployment increase marginally despite a 2.3% labour force growth. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Willmot's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Willmot has a lower median income among taxpayers compared to national figures, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data for the financial year ended 30 June 2023. The median income in Willmot is $35,024, while the average income stands at $38,346. In comparison, Greater Sydney's median and average incomes are $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% from financial year 2023 to March 2026, estimated current figures for Willmot are approximately $38,638 (median) and $42,303 (average). Data from the Census conducted in August 2021 shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Willmot all fall within the 2nd to 4th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 28.9% of locals (745 people) predominantly earn between $400 - $799 per week, unlike surrounding regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Willmot, with only 76.0% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 4th percentile nationally.

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

In Willmot, as per the latest Census evaluation, 85.7% of dwellings were houses while 14.3% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This differed from Sydney metro's dwelling structure which was 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Willmot stood at 19.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 20.4% and rented ones at 60.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Willmot was $1,565, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Willmot was recorded at $290, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Willmot's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 70.1 percent of all households, including 25.2 percent couples with children, 15.4 percent couples without children, and 26.6 percent single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 29.9 percent, with lone person households at 25.7 percent and group households comprising 4.0 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Willmot faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 8.9%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives in the region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 6.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 34.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (26.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 35.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.4% in primary education, 11.4% in secondary education, and 3.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Willmot has 32 operational public transport stops, all bus services. These are covered by four routes offering a total of 349 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living 121 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Car remains the primary mode at 86%, while train use stands at 10%. On average, there are 1.1 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.1% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 49 trips daily across all routes, equating to around 10 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Willmot is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Willmot faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high across various health conditions, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 42% of the total population (~1,089 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (10.8%) and mental health issues (10.3%). Conversely, 59.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, lower than the 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age population health challenges are notable due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 14.8% of residents aged 65 and over (381 people), with senior health outcomes presenting some challenges but generally aligning with national rankings.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Willmot was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Willmot's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 25.9% born overseas and 21.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Willmot, accounting for 56.9%, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. In terms of ancestry, Australians made up 26.5% of Willmot's population, significantly higher than the regional average of 17.8%.

English ancestry followed at 20.4%, with 'Other' at 14.0%. Notably, Samoan ancestry was overrepresented in Willmot at 4.1% (regional: 0.5%), Maori at 2.1% (regional: 0.4%), and Australian Aboriginal at 11.0% (regional: 1.3%).

Willmot hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Willmot's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Willmot has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (17.2%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (10.5%). According to post-2021 Census data, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 16.2% to 17.2%, while the 0 to 4 cohort has decreased from 7.2% to 6.4%. Demographic projections indicate significant changes in Willmot's age profile by 2041, with the strongest growth expected in the 65 to 74 cohort (37%), adding 86 residents to reach a total of 321. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts.