Woronora

Woronora has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population of the Woronora statistical area (Lv2) is around 2,050 people. This reflects an increase of 7 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,043 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 2,039 as of June 2024, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS and address validation since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,090 persons per square kilometer. Since census, Woronora's growth of 0.3% positions it within 2.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (2.9%). Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 66.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends anticipate lower quartile growth nationally, with the area expected to grow by 100 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 6.3% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Woronora shows an average of around 4 new dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 21 homes. No approvals have been recorded so far in FY-26. Between FY-21 and FY-25, there was an average of 1.2 people moving to the area for each dwelling built. However, this decreased to 0 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years.

$12,000 in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woronora shows approximately 65% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 4th percentile nationally, indicating constrained buyer choice favouring existing properties. Recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, preserving the area's suburban nature with detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

The latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate projects Woronora to add 129 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Adelong Sutherland, Sutherland Public School Hall Upgrade, Waratah Park All-Abilities Playground, and Seymour Shaw Park Off-Street Carpark. The following list details those most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Woronora places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Woronora has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 1.5% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 1.7%.

As of September 2025, 1,245 residents were employed at a 2.7% lower unemployment rate than Greater Sydney's 4.2%, and workforce participation was 66.5% compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Key industries included construction, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services, with construction particularly strong at 1.9 times the regional level. However, accommodation & food services were under-represented at 3.6% of Woronora's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 5.8%. Employment opportunities appeared limited locally based on Census data comparison.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.7% and labour force by 1.4%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 showed NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicated national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Woronora's industry mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this was a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

The suburb of Woronora shows a median taxpayer income of $62,482 and an average of $78,987 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is high nationally compared to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $68,018 (median) and $85,985 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Woronora rank highly nationally, between the 81st and 92nd percentiles. Income analysis reveals that the $4000+ bracket dominates with 30.0% of residents (615 people), contrasting with regional levels where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 30.9%. Woronora demonstrates affluence with 43.9% earning over $3,000 per week. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income while strong earnings rank residents within the 92nd percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Woronora is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Woronora, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.3% houses and 3.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasted with Sydney metro's figures of 70.4% houses and 29.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woronora stood at 44.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.2% and rented ones at 9.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,000, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,600. The median weekly rent figure in Woronora was recorded at $580, compared to Sydney metro's $483. Nationally, Woronora's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 84.6% of all households, including 44.3% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 15.4%, with lone person households at 13.8% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.8.

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

In Woronora trail region, as of the latest data, 31.8% of residents aged 15 years and over have university degrees, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. This indicates a gap suggesting potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 20.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 37.7% of residents aged 15 years and over holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 13.2% and certificates at 24.5%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.1% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis indicates 24 active stops operating within Woronora, offering a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 4 distinct routes, collectively facilitating 154 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 114 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 22 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 6 weekly trips per individual stop.

Woronora's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows that Woronora residents have relatively positive health outcomes. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.

As of December 2021, approximately 58% (~1,191 people) of the total population has private health cover, compared to 61.6% in Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 8.6 and 8.4% of residents respectively. 70.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.6% across Greater Sydney. As of December 2021, 20.1% (412 people) of residents are aged 65 and over, which is higher than the 18.8% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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

Woronora's population, as per the 2016 Census, showed low cultural diversity with 83.6% born in Australia and 93.7% speaking English only at home. Most residents were Australian citizens, at 93.3%. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 59.4%, slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 61.9%.

Ancestry-wise, English (30.7%), Australian (27.3%), and Irish (9.8%) were the top groups. Some ethnicities showed notable differences: French at 0.7% (vs regional 0.5%), Maltese at 1.0% (vs 0.8%), and Macedonian at 0.4% (vs 0.8%).

Woronora hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Woronora's median age, at 44 years, exceeds both Greater Sydney's figure of 37 years and the national norm of 38 years. The 65-74 age group makes up 12.3% of Woronora's population, higher than in Greater Sydney, while the 25-34 age group comprises 8.2%, lower than Greater Sydney's figure. Post-2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 5.5% to 6.8%, and the 55 to 64 age group decreased from 14.0% to 12.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Woronora's age profile. The 75 to 84 age group is expected to grow by 73%, from 139 to 241 people. Those aged 65 and above are projected to account for 73% of the population growth. Conversely, the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.