Wilton (NSW)

Wilton lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

The population of the suburb of Wilton (NSW) is estimated to be around 4,932 as of Feb 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 1,165 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,767 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 4,613 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 1,373 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 45 persons per square kilometer. Wilton's growth rate of 30.9% since the 2021 census exceeded the state's growth rate of 7.8%, as well as that of Greater Sydney, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 61.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to population projections moving forward, exceptional growth is predicted over the period, placing Wilton in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas. The area is expected to grow by 12,904 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 255.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Wilton among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval data in Wilton shows approximately 177 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 889 homes were approved, with an additional 167 approved so far in FY-26. The average number of new residents per year for each new home over the past five financial years is approximately 0.6.

This indicates that supply meets or exceeds demand, offering greater buyer choice and supporting potential population growth above projections. The average construction value of new properties is $462,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments.

In FY-26, there have been approximately $6.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development focus. New development consists of 87% detached houses and 13% medium to high-density housing, preserving Wilton's low density nature while attracting space-seeking buyers with its emphasis on detached housing. With around 18 people per dwelling approval, Wilton exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Wilton is projected to add approximately 12,585 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Wilton 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 21 projects likely affecting the area. Notable ones include Wilton Growth Area, Wilton Growth Area - North Wilton Precinct, Wilton Town Centre Precinct, and Wilton Junction Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Wilton rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Wilton's workforce is skilled, with the construction sector prominent. Unemployment stands at 1.2%, a decline from Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth in Wilton over the past year was estimated at 7.6%.

As of December 2025, 2,688 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.9% below Greater Sydney's rate. Workforce participation is high at 82.4%, compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A significant portion, 35.0%, work from home. Key industries include construction, education & training, and health care & social assistance.

Wilton specializes in construction, with an employment share 1.8 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 4.9%. Local employment opportunities appear limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over a 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 7.6%, labour force by 7.9%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.2% and unemployment rise marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wilton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.4% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Wilton suburb has one of Australia's highest incomes, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for financial year 2023. Wilton's median taxpayer income is $67,144 and average income stands at $82,901, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $73,093 (median) and $90,246 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. Wilton's household, family, and personal incomes ranked highly in the 2021 Census, between the 88th and 95th percentiles nationally. In income distribution, 33.9% (1,671 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to regional levels at 30.9%. Higher earners comprise a substantial 46.4%, indicating strong purchasing power. High housing costs consume 16.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 94th percentile. Wilton's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Wilton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The latest Census evaluation of Wilton's dwelling structures showed 100.0% houses and 0.0% other dwellings, contrasting with Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wilton was at 22.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 66.8% and rented ones at 11.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Wilton was $580, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Wilton's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,600 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 89.8% of all households, including 56.5% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 6.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 10.2%, with lone person households at 9.2% and group households making up 0.8%. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Wilton performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 20.5%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 47.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (34.6%). Educational participation is high, with 33.8% currently enrolled in formal education: 14.8% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 3.2% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.8% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wilton has 70 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by 17 different routes that together offer 125 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically living 203 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commutes are outward-bound, and cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 96%. On average, there are 2.2 vehicles per dwelling, which is above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 35% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 17 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately one weekly trip per individual stop.

The level of general health in Wilton is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Wilton demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 60% of Wilton's total population (2,941 people) has private health cover, which is exceptionally high. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 7.6% and 6.2% of residents respectively. 76.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. Wilton has 10.2% of residents aged 65 and over (503 people), which is lower than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Wilton's population showed low cultural diversity, with 88.3% born in Australia, 92.3% being citizens, and 95.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 64.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 49.2%. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (33.2%), English (28.9%), and Scottish (7.1%), all higher than regional averages of 17.8% and 19.0% respectively.

Notably, Maltese (1.8%) and Macedonian and Serbian (both 0.4%) were overrepresented compared to regional figures of 1.0%, 0.4%, and 0.5% respectively.

Wilton hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Wilton has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's national median age of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wilton has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 years (18.8%), but fewer residents aged 25-34 years (12.2%). This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 12.1%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of Wilton's population aged 35 to 44 has increased from 17.9% to 19.4%, while the proportion of those aged 75 to 84 has risen from 2.3% to 3.6%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 45 to 54 has decreased from 12.4% to 11.2%, and the proportion of those aged 65 to 74 has dropped from 7.0% to 5.8%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Wilton, with the strongest projected growth occurring among residents aged 35 to 44 years, expected to increase by 243%, adding 2,321 residents to reach a total of 3,278.