Woolooware

Woolooware lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Woolooware's population is estimated at around 5,905 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 5,060 people, a rise of 845 individuals (16.7%). The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 5,891 following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 325 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 3,141 persons per square kilometer, placing Woolooware in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Woolooware's growth since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA4 region (4.0%) and SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 42.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends project an above median growth for the suburb, with an expected expansion of 1,331 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 22.3% in total over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Woolooware has averaged around 94 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 472 homes were approved, with a further 41 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.3 new residents arrive per new home built over the past five financial years.

This suggests that supply and demand are well-matched, fostering stable market dynamics. The average construction value of new properties is $603,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26 alone, $168.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting robust local business investment. Comparatively, Woolooware has 179.0% more new home approvals per person than Greater Sydney, providing buyers with ample choice. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. This high level of activity nationally reflects strong developer confidence in the area. New building activity comprises 19.0% detached dwellings and 81.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a skew towards compact living which offers affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

This shift from the current housing mix (currently 44.0% houses) reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 126 people per dwelling approval, Woolooware exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Woolooware is forecasted to gain 1,317 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Woolooware has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts performance. AreaSearch identified four projects influencing the area: VUE Cronulla, Woolooware Bay Town Centre, Cronulla High School Upgrade, Sutherland to Cronulla Active Transport Link (SCATL). These are key projects with potential relevance detailed below.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Woolooware performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Woolooware has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. Its unemployment rate was 2.1% in December 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment grew by 0.6% over the past year.

Workforce participation matched Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Home workership stood at 42.9%, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment industries were construction, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Construction had a notable concentration with levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

Health care & social assistance showed limited presence at 11.3% compared to the region's 14.1%. Local employment opportunities seemed limited as indicated by working population vs resident population counts. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 0.6%, labour force grew by 1.0%, leading to a unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2% and unemployment increase marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand in Woolooware. National employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industries. Applying these projections to Woolooware's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, using simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Woolooware suburb had a median income of $64,288 and an average income of $98,196 among taxpayers. Nationally, this places Woolooware in the top percentile for both metrics. Comparing to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 shows Woolooware's higher earnings. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since June 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $69,984 (median) and $106,896 (average). According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data from 2021, Woolooware's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 79th and 87th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 30.6% of locals (1,806 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to the surrounding region at 30.9%. Economic strength is evident with 36.6% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 17.2% of income, but strong earnings result in disposable income ranking at the 77th percentile nationally. Woolooware's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Woolooware displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Woolooware, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 44.4% houses and 55.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woolooware was at 33.9%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged at 38.9% or rented at 27.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area, as of 2016, was $2,600, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $550. Nationally, Woolooware's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Woolooware has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 68.6% of all households, including 31.6% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 9.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.4%, with lone person households at 29.3% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Woolooware shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Woolooware Trail residents aged 15+ with university degrees comprise 31.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 23.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational credentials held by 37.9% of residents include advanced diplomas (14.6%) and certificates (23.3%). Current educational participation is high, with 26.3%.

Primary education enrollment stands at 8.1%, secondary at 7.4%, and tertiary at 4.9%.

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

Woolooware has 46 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 27 different routes that collectively facilitate 3,022 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 134 meters to the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 89% of residents, while train usage stands at 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant 42.9% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 431 trips per day, translating to roughly 65 weekly trips per individual stop.

Woolooware's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Woolooware's health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 66% of Woolooware's total population (3,876 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.3% and 6.8% of residents respectively. A total of 74.7% of Woolooware residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. The area has 19.3% of residents aged 65 and over (1,139 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors in Woolooware are strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Woolooware, as per the census conducted on 29 August 2016, had a cultural diversity index below average. It was reported that 82.0% of its residents were born in Australia, with 91.1% being Australian citizens and 89.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Woolooware, accounting for 59.0% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 49.2%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (30.3%), Australian (25.7%), and Irish (9.6%). Notably, Macedonian ancestry was slightly overrepresented at 0.5% compared to the regional average of 0.4%, Croatian ancestry was also higher at 0.8% versus 0.7%, and Russian ancestry stood at 0.4%.

Woolooware's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Woolooware is 39, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and close to the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the 65-74 age group is notably over-represented in Woolooware at 10.2%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 14.0%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 age group grew from 4.9% to 6.5% of the population, the 45 to 54 cohort declined from 13.4% to 11.7%, and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 15.6% to 14.0%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Woolooware, with the 45 to 54 age group projected to grow by 37%, adding 257 people and reaching 948 from 690. The 0 to 4 age group is expected to grow by 7%, adding 21 residents.