Woongarrah

Woongarrah 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 Woongarrah is estimated at around 6,955 as of May 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 993 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,962. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 6,920 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 296 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,307 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Woongarrah's growth of 16.7% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA4 region (3.4%) and the SA3 area, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration being positive factors.

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. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, exceptional growth is predicted over the period, with the suburb expected to expand by 4,440 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 63.3% in total over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Woongarrah had around 80 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling approximately 401 homes. As of FY26, there have been 46 approvals recorded. On average, 1.9 people moved to the area per dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating a balanced supply-demand market. However, this has moderated to 1.3 people per dwelling over the past two financial years. Development projects averaged $380,000 in construction value during this period.

Commercial approvals totalled $36.7 million in FY26, suggesting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woongarrah had 196% more development activity per person as of the latest data. New building activity comprised 79% detached dwellings and 21% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban character while introducing more diverse housing options. With around 52 people per dwelling approval, Woongarrah exhibits growth area characteristics. Population forecasts suggest Woongarrah will gain 4,405 residents by 2041, with construction pace currently matching projected growth. However, increased population may lead to greater competition among buyers for available properties.

Population forecasts indicate Woongarrah will gain 4,405 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers could encounter growing competition as population increases.

Woongarrah has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects likely to impact this region. Notable developments include Madison Rise Estate, Cedarwood Estate, Hamlyn View Estate, and The Sanctuary Estate at Hamlyn Terrace. Below is a list of the most relevant projects.

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Employment conditions in Woongarrah demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Woongarrah has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs well represented. Essential services sectors are prominent. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.7%. As of December 2025, there were 3,536 residents in work. The unemployment rate was below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, with workforce participation on par at 68.8%. According to Census responses, 27% of residents worked from home.

Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. There is strong specialization in accommodation & food services, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. However, professional & technical jobs are under-represented at 4.8%, compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 3.7% while labour force grew by 3.8%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. National employment forecasts suggest Woongarrah's employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Woongarrah had a median taxpayer income of $50,286 and an average of $61,097. This is lower than national averages. Greater Sydney, meanwhile, had a median income of $60,817 and an average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, current estimates for Woongarrah are approximately $55,476 (median) and $67,402 (average) as of March 2026. Census data indicates household incomes rank at the 81st percentile ($2,255 weekly), while personal income ranks at the 50th percentile. Income distribution shows that 39.3% of Woongarrah residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 (2,733 individuals). This is similar to the broader area, where this earnings band represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 16.1% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 79th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Woongarrah's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.2% houses and 0.9% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woongarrah stood at 28.0%, similar to Sydney metro, with mortgaged dwellings at 47.7% and rented ones at 24.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Woongarrah was $510 compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Woongarrah's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 against the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 87.2% of all households, including 48.0% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 14.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 12.8%, with lone person households at 10.3% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Woongarrah aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 16.1%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 42.7% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 30.9%. Educational participation is high, with 36.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.3% in primary education, 12.0% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Woongarrah has 51 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 48 different routes that together facilitate 683 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents located an average of 188 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Woongarrah being primarily residential. Cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 94% of residents. On average, there are 1.9 vehicles per dwelling in Woongarrah, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a significant 27.0% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 97 trips per day, resulting in approximately 13 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Woongarrah is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Woongarrah faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~3,555 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (9.4%) and asthma (8.6%). 66.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. As of 2016, 12.1% of residents are aged 65 and over (841 people), lower than the 15.5% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Woongarrah has a low level of cultural diversity, with 84.8% of its residents born in Australia and 91.6% being citizens. The majority speak English only at home (92.0%). Christianity is the predominant religion in Woongarrah, practiced by 59.7%, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry, Australians make up 30.1% of Woongarrah's population, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 17.8%. Similarly, those with English ancestry comprise 30.1%, above the regional average of 19.0%. Irish ancestry also stands out at 7.0%. Notably, Maltese ancestry is overrepresented in Woongarrah at 1.5% compared to the regional average of 1.0%. Australian Aboriginal and Korean ancestries are also higher than the regional averages, at 4.4% (vs 1.3%) and 0.4% (vs 1.1%), respectively.

Woongarrah's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

At 36 years, Woongarrah's median age is nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37, which is modestly under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woongarrah has a higher concentration of residents aged 5-14 (17.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (10.7%). This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is well above the national average of 12.0%. Between the 2021 Census and the latest data, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 14.4% to 15.5%, while the population aged 65 to 74 has declined from 7.3% to 6.3%. Demographic modeling suggests that Woongarrah's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the strongest projected growth in the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to grow by 81%, adding 831 residents to reach a total of 1,861.