Yennora

Population growth drivers in Yennora are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Yennora statistical area (Lv2) is around 1,762. This reflects an increase of 87 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,675. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 1,721 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024, along with validation of three new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 640 persons per square kilometer. Yennora's growth rate of 5.2% since the census is within 2.4 percentage points of the state's rate of 7.6%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 95.0% 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 by this data, AreaSearch uses NSW State Government's SA2 level projections 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. Based on projected demographic shifts, the Yennora (SA2) is forecasted to experience significant population growth in the top quartile of national statistical areas. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 692 persons, reflecting a total increase of 36.0% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Yennora shows approximately 4 residential properties granted approval per year over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 20 homes. As of FY-26, 15 approvals have been recorded. The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. New properties are constructed at an average value of $302,000, aligning with broader regional development trends.

This financial year has seen $3.6 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development focus. Building activity comprises 60.0% standalone homes and 40.0% medium and high-density housing, offering choices across price ranges from spacious family homes to compact options.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 676 people, reflecting Yennora's quiet, low activity development environment. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects an addition of 634 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects that could affect this region. Notable projects include Fairfield Central Transformation (formerly Fairfield Chase), Fairfield Forum Redevelopment, Fairfield West Public Preschool, and Villawood East Masterplan Precinct (Lansvale & Lansdowne). The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Yennora face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Yennora has a skilled workforce with manufacturing and industrial sectors well-represented. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 18.2%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

In comparison, Greater Sydney's unemployment rate is 4.2%. Yennora's residents have an unemployment rate that is 14.0% higher than Greater Sydney's, indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation in Yennora lags significantly at 30.3%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The key industries of employment among Yennora's residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

The area shows a particularly notable concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels at 2.0 times the regional average. However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 8.0% of Yennora's workforce compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. As of the Census, there are 3.1 workers for every resident in Yennora, indicating that the area functions as an employment hub hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, Yennora's labour force increased by 2.5% while employment declined by 1.4%, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 3.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.4%, with unemployment rising by only 0.2 percentage points. Providing broader context, state-level data up to 25-Nov shows that NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Yennora. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Yennora's employment mix suggests that local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Yennora had a median taxpayer income of $37,164 and an average income of $45,065 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average for that period. In Greater Sydney, the median income was $60,817 and the average was $83,063. By September 2025, based on an 8.86% increase since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $40,457 (median) and $49,058 (average). Census data from 2021 shows that incomes in Yennora fall within the first percentile nationally for households, families, and individuals. The $400 - $799 earnings band includes 26.7% of Yennora's population, with 470 individuals, unlike metropolitan regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 30.9%. In Yennora, 45.2% of households have weekly budgets below $800, indicating financial pressure. Housing affordability is a significant issue, with only 74.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the second percentile nationally.

Yennora displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a predominantly rental market

The latest Census evaluated dwelling structures in Yennora as 55.6% houses and 44.4% other dwellings. Home ownership stood at 20.8%, with 21.8% of dwellings mortgaged and 57.4% rented. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $226. Nationally, Yennora's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rents were below the national figure of $375.

Yennora features high concentrations of lone person households, with a median household size of 2.7 people

Family households constitute 59.2% of all households, including 29.4% couples with children, 15.3% couples without children, and 12.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 40.8%, with lone person households at 37.1% and group households making up 3.0%. The median household size is 2.7 people.

Yennora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 19.6%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common, at 14.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 28.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.1%) and certificates (19.9%). Educational participation is high, with 36.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.3% in primary education, 9.7% in secondary education, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Yennora has 18 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 12 different routes, collectively facilitating 4,348 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically situated 165 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 621 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 241 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Yennora is well below average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts

Yennora faces significant health challenges with a notably higher prevalence of common health conditions compared to average figures, particularly among older age groups. As of approximately 2018-19, only about 45% (~790 people) had private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions in the area were arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 9.9% and 8.3% of residents respectively, while 65.2% reported no medical ailments, compared to 0% across Greater Sydney as a whole. In Yennora, approximately 26.8% (472 people) were aged 65 or over, with health outcomes among seniors requiring more attention than the broader population.

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

Yennora has one of the highest cultural diversities in the country, with 57.6% of its population born overseas and 72.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Yennora, accounting for 42.9% of the population. Islam is significantly overrepresented in Yennora at 31.2%, compared to None% across Greater Sydney.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (34.7%), Lebanese (13.5%), and Australian (11.1%). Notably, Vietnamese (9.4%) and Spanish (1.1%) populations are overrepresented in Yennora compared to regional averages of None%.

Yennora hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Yennora is 43 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that individuals aged 85 years and above constitute 8.2% of the population, a figure notably higher than both Greater Sydney's 6.1% and the national average of 2.2%. Meanwhile, the proportion of individuals aged between 35 to 44 years is relatively smaller at 10.5%, compared to Greater Sydney's 13.7%. Between January 2021 and January 2022, the population aged 15 to 24 years grew from 12.8% to 14.9%, while the proportion of individuals aged 5 to 14 years declined from 10.5% to 9.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate that the number of individuals aged 85 years and above is expected to rise significantly, increasing by 116 people (an 81% growth) from 144 to 261.