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

Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour's population was 25,525 as of Aug 2025. This figure represents a growth of 3,347 people (15.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 22,178. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates: 25,471 in June 2024 and an additional 228 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,751 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate exceeded both national (8.6%) and state averages, making it a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 37.1% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch uses ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future demographic trends project above median population growth for the area, with an expected increase of 5,747 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 22.3% over 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Singleton Golden Bay Secret Harbour has seen approximately 179 new home approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling 896 homes. As of FY26, 41 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 4.1 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed annually between FY21 and FY25, indicating a significant demand-supply gap that may lead to increased buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost for new dwellings is $392,000, aligning with broader regional development trends.

This financial year has seen $18.6 million in commercial approvals, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Singleton Golden Bay Secret Harbour records 13.0% less building activity per person but ranks among the 80th percentile nationally. The area predominantly consists of standalone homes (98.0%), with a small percentage of medium and high-density housing (2.0%), maintaining its suburban identity with a focus on family homes.

With around 143 people per approval, it reflects an actively developing area. Future projections estimate an addition of 5,693 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects that could affect this region. Notable projects include Golden Bay Estate - Miramar Park, Spinnaker Heights Estate, Lakelands Town Centre, and Lakelands Arterial Road Upgrade. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs, high representation in essential services sectors, low unemployment rate of 3.5% as of June 2025, and estimated employment growth of 4.9% over the past year. It has 15,345 residents employed, an unemployment rate 0.3% lower than Greater Perth's 3.9%, and workforce participation at 73.3%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%.

Key employment industries are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area specializes in mining with a share of employment 1.4 times the regional level. Professional & technical jobs are under-represented at 4.3% compared to Greater Perth's 8.2%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data comparison.

Over June 2024 to June 2025, employment increased by 4.9%, labour force by 5.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth had employment growth of 3.7% and a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) suggest Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour's employment will grow approximately 5.8%% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 indicates Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour had a median taxpayer income of $63,502 and an average income of $79,027. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to Greater Perth's median of $58,380 and average of $78,020. Considering Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $72,519 (median) and $90,249 (average). Census 2021 income data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour rank between the 72nd and 82nd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile reveals 36.8% of individuals earn within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, aligning with the surrounding region's 32.0%. Economic strength is evident through 33.2% of households earning over $3,000 weekly, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 15.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 81st percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.8% houses and 1.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 90.5% houses and 9.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour stood at 18.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 60.6% and rented ones at 21.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was $365, compared to Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $365 compared to the national figure of $375.

Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 83.7% of all households, consisting of 45.1% couples with children, 23.4% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 16.3%, with lone person households at 14.6% and group households making up 1.7%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate stands at 16.9%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent among these qualifications at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 12.2% and certificates for 34.7%. Educational participation is high, with 35.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.4% in primary education, 11.1% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education. The area's five schools have a combined enrollment of 4,350 students. These schools demonstrate typical Australian school conditions with balanced educational opportunities, serving distinct age groups - four primary schools and one secondary school.

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

Public transport analysis indicates that as of 2023 Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour has 84 active transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by three individual routes, collectively facilitating 854 weekly passenger trips. The report rates transport accessibility as good, with residents typically located 284 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency averages 122 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour shows excellent health outcomes with younger age groups having low prevalence of common conditions. Approximately 59% of its total population (15,161 people) have private health cover, higher than Greater Perth's 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.0% and 7.4% of residents respectively. About 75.1% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 68.5% in Greater Perth. The area has 8.7% (2,223 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Perth's 15.6%. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour showed higher cultural diversity, with 5.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 31.5% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 40.4%. Islam's representation was slightly higher than Greater Perth's average, at 0.5%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (36.8%), Australian (26.3%), and Scottish (7.9%). Notable differences included Welsh (1.1% vs regional 0.9%), South African (1.4% vs 1.1%), and Maori (1.7% vs 2.0%).

Singleton - Golden Bay - Secret Harbour's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and Australia's national median age of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (16.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.4%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population of those aged 55 to 64 has increased from 9.6% to 11.1%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 has decreased from 18.1% to 16.8%, and the percentage of those aged 45 to 54 has dropped from 15.7% to 14.4%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Singleton-Golden Bay-Secret Harbour. The 65 to 74 age group is projected to grow by 86%, adding 1,175 residents to reach a total of 2,546. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 age group is forecasted to decrease by 2 residents.