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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations, the suburb of Willmot's estimated population is 2,546 as of Feb 2026. This reflects a growth of 164 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,382. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 2,500 residents following the June 2024 ABS ERP data release and two additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,797 persons per square kilometer, placing Willmot in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. The suburb's growth rate of 6.9% since the 2021 census exceeded its SA3 area's growth rate of 5.2%. Natural growth contributed approximately 58% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch projections for Willmot are 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. Future demographic trends suggest a population increase just below the median of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with Willmot expected to grow by 294 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an overall gain of approximately 10% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Willmot, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Willmot has seen approximately 2 new homes approved annually over the past 5 financial years ending FY-25. This totals an estimated 13 homes. In FY-26 so far, 3 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.3 people per year have moved to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25.

New supply has kept pace with or exceeded demand, offering ample buyer choice and capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction cost value of new homes was $216,000 in Willmot, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. This financial year, $10,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Willmot has significantly less development activity, 59.0% below the regional average per person. Recent development has comprised entirely of detached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

With around 553 people per dwelling approval, Willmot reflects a highly mature market. Future projections show Willmot adding 248 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

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

Willmot's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 18.9% in the past year, showing an estimated employment growth of 5.1%. As of December 2025860 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 14.7%, which is 10.5 percentage points higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Willmot is lower at 53.3% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. According to Census responses, 16.1% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are transport, postal & warehousing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 2.9 times the regional level, but has limited presence in professional & technical services at 3.0% compared to the regional 11.5%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited as indicated by the working population vs resident population count. In the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 5.1%, and labour force grew by 2.5%, reducing the unemployment rate by 2.0 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project 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 only.

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

The suburb of Willmot has an income level lower than average nationally, according to the latest data from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Willmot is $35,024, with an average income of $38,346. In comparison, Greater Sydney's figures are $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Willmot would be approximately $38,127 (median) and $41,743 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Willmot all fall between the 2nd and 4th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that the predominant cohort in Willmot spans 28.9% of locals (735 people) with incomes in the $400 - $799 category, differing from patterns across the surrounding region where the $1,500 - $2,999 category dominates with 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

Willmot's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Sydney metro's figures of 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 was $1,565, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Willmot was $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% of all households, including 25.2% couples with children, 15.4% couples without children, and 26.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 25.7% and group households comprising 4.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, 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%. Bachelor degrees are the 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 them, including advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (26.3%). Educational participation is high, with 35.1% currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 13.4% in primary, 11.4% in secondary, and 3.0% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably 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 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by four routes that together offer 349 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated excellent, with residents typically living 121 meters from the nearest one. Most residents commute outwards daily. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 86%, while train usage stands at 10%. On average, there are 1.1 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.1% of residents work from home, which may be due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 49 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual 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 assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and prevalence of chronic conditions are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at 42% (~1074 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and mental health issues are most common, impacting 10.8% and 10.3% respectively. However, 59.7% report no medical ailments, lower than the Greater Sydney average of 74.6%. Working-age residents face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 14.8% (376 people) aged 65 and over, with senior health outcomes broadly in line 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 high cultural diversity, with 25.9% born overseas and 21.9% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the dominant 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%.

The next two largest groups were English at 20.4% and Other at 14.0%. Notably, Samoan representation was higher in Willmot at 4.1%, compared to 0.5% regionally. Maori representation was also higher at 2.1% versus 0.4%, and Australian Aboriginal representation was notably high at 11.0%, compared to the regional average of 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 lower than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Willmot has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (17.3%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (10.5%). According to post-2021 Census data, the age group 15 to 24 grew from 16.2% to 17.3%, while the age group 25 to 34 decreased from 14.3% to 13.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Willmot's age profile. The strongest projected growth is in the 65-74 cohort, with a 36% increase adding 83 residents, reaching 315. However, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts.