Argenton (NSW)

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As of Feb 2026, Argenton's population is estimated at around 1,525. This reflects an increase of 173 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,352. The change was inferred from Districts' estimate of 1,493 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and validation of 11 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,003 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across locations assessed by Districts. Argenton's growth rate of 12.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (4.1%) and Rest of NSW, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration were positive factors.

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Argenton has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 4.4% as of December 2025. This rate is 0.5% higher than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

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Districts' aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Argenton had a median taxpayer income of $41,441 and an average income of $49,298. These figures are below the national averages of $52,390 and $65,215 in Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated median and average incomes for Argenton as of September 2025 are approximately $45,113 and $53,666 respectively. Census 2021 data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Argenton fall between the 13th and 21st percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 35.8% of residents (545 people) earn within the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket, similar to the surrounding region where occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Argenton, with only of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the th percentile nationally.

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Argenton's residential structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.8% houses and 15.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Argenton was at 28.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.5% and rented ones at 39.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent in Argenton was $350, slightly higher than Regional NSW's figure of $330. Nationally, Argenton's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,517 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also lower at $350 against the national figure of $375.

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Family households constitute 64.0% of all households, including 19.8% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 19.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 36.0%, with lone person households at 30.4% and group households at 5.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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The area's university qualification rate is 10.0%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 7.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.4%) and graduate diplomas (0.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (6.3%) and certificates (33.5%). Educational participation is high at 25.5%, with 7.8% enrolled in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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Argenton has 17 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 24 different routes that collectively provide 448 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent with residents typically located 184 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential and most residents commute outward using cars, which remain the dominant mode of transport at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 12.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

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Argenton faces significant health challenges, as assessed by Districts through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 46% of the total population (around 709 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

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Argenton's population showed low cultural diversity, with 89.0% born in Australia, 92.8% being citizens, and 91.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 52.8%. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented at 0.3%, compared to Regional NSW's 0.1%.

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The median age in Argenton is 39 years, which is significantly lower than Regional NSW's average of 43 but essentially aligned with Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Argenton has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 years (15.6%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 years (9.2%). According to the 2021 Census, the 25-34 age group increased from 14.0% to 15.6%, while the 35-44 cohort rose from 14.5% to 16.0%. Conversely, the 65-74 age group declined from 10.6% to 9.2% and the 55- age group decreased from to . By demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Argenton's age structure. The - age group is projected to grow by , reaching people from the current . Conversely, the - age group is projected to decline by people.

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Argenton currently has an estimated 82 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 59 children aged 0-2 and 39 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 29% by 2041 (to approximately 106 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 150. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.