Abbotsbury (NSW)

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According to census updates from the ABS and subsequent address validations by Districts, the suburb of Abbotsbury has an estimated population of 5,051 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 851 people (20.3%) from the 4,200 residents counted in the 2021 Census. This increase is calculated from the Districts estimate of 5,045 residents, which is based on ABS ERP figures from June 2025 plus an additional 3 validated new addresses since the Census date. The resulting density stands at 1,014 persons per square kilometer, alignable with standard benchmarks from Districts. The local growth rate of 20.3% outpaced the SA3 region (2.0%) as well as the wider state, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. This expansion was largely underpinned by overseas migration, which made up roughly 91.0% of recent population increases.

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The suburb of Abbotsbury features a skilled workforce with a strong presence in the construction sector, an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, and a 5.9% expansion in employment over the previous year according to aggregated regional statistics. In March 2026, there were 2,613 employed residents, while the unemployment rate was 2.1% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and the participation rate of 61.9% was well below the metro average of 69.1%. Census records show that a high proportion of residents, 43.3%, worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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According to tax data from financial year 2023 aggregated by Districts, the suburb of Abbotsbury is positioned among the wealthiest areas nationwide. Taxpayers in the suburb of Abbotsbury recorded a median income of $73,138 and an average income of $93,659, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields updated March 2026 estimates of $80,686 for the median and $103,325 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household incomes reached the 92nd percentile ($2,621 weekly), though individual incomes sat lower at the 58th percentile. The largest income bracket contains 29.4% of residents, representing 1,484 people earning between and weekly, which is similar to the metropolitan average of for this cohort. Household wealth is also highlighted by the of households earning more than weekly, which supports local retail activity. After housing costs, residents retain of their income, indicating high disposable income, and the area ranks in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Abbotsbury consisted of 98.6% detached houses and 1.4% other dwelling types, such as townhouses and units, compared to a metro-wide average of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership rates were high, with 48.0% of homes owned outright, while 42.0% were mortgaged and 10.0% were rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,216 and the median weekly rent was $550, compared to metro averages of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, local mortgage costs are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families represent the vast majority of households at 89.6%, consisting of couples with children at 53.3%, couples without children at 22.3%, and single parents at 12.2%. The remaining 10.4% are non-family households, including lone persons at 9.7% and group housing at 0.7%. The typical household size is 3.3 people, which exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment levels present a mixed picture, with university graduation rates at 23.7%, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This indicates a potential focus area for educational development. Among residents, 18.7% hold bachelor degrees, 3.4% have postgraduate degrees, and 1.6% have graduate diplomas. Vocational and technical training is common, with 33.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualifications, comprising 11.7% with advanced diplomas and 21.6% with certificates.

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Public transport networks include 38 active bus stops within the suburb of Abbotsbury, which are serviced by 41 routes that deliver 1,860 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is high, with residents living an average of 156 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb of Abbotsbury is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Dwellings average 2.2 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents (43.3%) worked from home in the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

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Health indicators for the suburb of Abbotsbury show favorable outcomes, characterized by low mortality and low rates of chronic illness across all age ranges, while private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 64% of the population, representing 3,225 individuals. This is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 59.9% and the national baseline of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Abbotsbury features high levels of cultural diversity, with 37.2% of the population born outside Australia and 47.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 80.2% of the population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 42 in the suburb of Abbotsbury is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 55 to 64 age range is highly represented at 14.9% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 35 to 44 age range is lower at 9.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 rose from 3.8% to 5.6%, and the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 15.7% to 17.3%, while the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 17.5% to 14.9%. By 2041, demographic projections point to significant shifts, with the to age group expected to grow by (an increase of people), moving from to . Combined, residents aged and over will account for of the total population growth. Conversely, declines are expected in the to and to age brackets.

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Abbotsbury currently has an estimated 196 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 124 children aged 0-2 and 83 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 20% by 2041 (to approximately 157 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 479. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.