Yagoona

Population growth drivers in Yagoona are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Yagoona is around 21,283, reflecting an increase of 1,632 people since the 2021 Census. This growth equates to approximately 8.3%. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 20,540 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 120 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 4,606 persons per square kilometer, placing Yagoona in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth since the 2021 census exceeded both its SA4 region (7.6%) and the state level, marking it as a growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 62.0% 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. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to increase by approximately 2,064 persons to reach a total population of around 23,347 by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of about 6.2% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Yagoona among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Yagoona has seen around 104 new homes approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 521 homes were approved, with a further 140 approved in FY-26 to date. Each year, an average of 1.5 new residents per dwelling has been recorded over the past five financial years.

The average construction value of new dwellings is $435,000, slightly above the regional average. In FY-26, commercial approvals have reached $43.2 million, indicating high local commercial activity. Comparing Yagoona's development levels per capita to Greater Sydney shows similar market balance.

Detached dwelling approvals account for 55.0%, while attached dwellings make up 45.0%, offering a mix of housing options across price brackets. The location has approximately 216 people per dwelling approval, suggesting room for growth. Population forecasts indicate Yagoona will gain 1,321 residents by 2041, with current development rates expected to comfortably meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond projections.

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

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 32 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include the Henry Lawson Drive Upgrade Program, Compass Centre Redevelopment, 25-29 Rookwood Road Yagoona, and 283-289 Cooper Road Redevelopment. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Yagoona faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Yagoona has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 9.0% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 5.1%. As of December 2025, 8,623 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.8%, higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Yagoona lags at 58.4% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A high proportion of residents work from home, with 32.9% doing so according to Census responses. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing. Yagoona has a notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 1.8 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 6.8% of Yagoona's workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 5.1% while the labour force grew by 5.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Yagoona's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023 shows Yagoona's median income among taxpayers is $40,815. The average income for the suburb is $52,010. Nationally, the median income is higher at $60,817 with an average of $83,003. Greater Sydney's median income is $60,817 and the average is $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth from June 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes for Yagoona would be approximately $44,431 (median) and $56,618 (average). According to the 2021 Census, individual incomes in Yagoona are at the 5th percentile ($524 weekly), while household incomes are at the 31st percentile. Income distribution data shows that 30.9% of locals (6,576 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, which is consistent with broader regional trends. Housing affordability pressures in Yagoona are severe, with only 77.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 23rd percentile.

Yagoona displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Yagoona, as per the latest Census, 64.7% of dwellings were houses while 35.3% consisted of other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In contrast, Sydney metropolitan area had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yagoona stood at 28.6%, similar to the Sydney metro level. Mortgaged dwellings accounted for 32.2% and rented ones made up 39.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Yagoona was $400, compared to $470 in Sydney metro. Nationally, Yagoona's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 against the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $400 versus the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 77.8% of all households, including 42.6% couples with children, 17.3% couples without children, and 16.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.2%, with lone person households at 20.0% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size is 3.2 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 23.3%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 17.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 27.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 17.0%. Educational participation is high, with 34.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.5% in primary education, 9.5% in secondary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Yagoona has 116 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 31 routes facilitating 5,139 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility with an average distance of 133 meters to the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commutes are outward-bound. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 84%, while trains account for 10%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.4, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 32.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 734 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 44 weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this data, illustrating the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

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

Yagoona demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 48% of the total population, which consists of around 10,122 people.

This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney, with a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 6.0 and 5.9% of residents respectively. A total of 76.2% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 16.5% of residents aged 65 and over, which consists of around 3,511 people, higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Yagoona is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Yagoona has a population where 46.7% were born overseas, with 69.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Yagoona, making up 42.4% of its population. However, Islam is notably overrepresented, comprising 34.1%, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's average of 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (20.3%), Lebanese (20.1%), and Vietnamese (14.2%). These percentages exceed the regional averages for Lebanese (2.6%) and Vietnamese (1.8%). Additionally, there are notable divergences in representation for Macedonian (3.3% vs 0.4%), Samoan (0.8% vs 0.5%), and Korean (0.7% vs 1.1%).

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

Yagoona's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, and considerably younger than Australia's average age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Yagoona has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 years (14.2%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 years (12.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of residents aged 75-84 years has increased from 4.1% to 5.3%, while the proportion of those aged 15-24 years has risen from 13.9% to 15.0%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 55-64 years has decreased from 11.3% to 10.3%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts in Yagoona. The 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 60%, adding 672 residents and reaching a total of 1,800. Residents aged 65 years and above will drive 73% of population growth, highlighting the trend towards an aging demographic. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts.