Auburn (NSW)

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Auburn (NSW)'s population is calculated to be approximately 43,870 as of May 2026, which is based on ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census. This represents a growth of 4,537 people (11.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 39,333 people. The adjustment is deduced from the resident population of 43,822, projected by Districts after analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and adding 683 validated new addresses since the Census date. This size of population results in a density ratio of 5,125 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top 10% of all national areas evaluated by Districts, highlighting land as a highly sought-after asset. The suburb of Auburn (NSW)'s 11.5% expansion rate since the 2021 census outperformed the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, indicating its status as a regional growth leader. The expansion of the local population was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately of the overall population increases during recent periods.

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Based on Districts aggregations of statistical area data, Auburn has a well-educated labor force employed across multiple sectors, with an unemployment rate of 6.1% and employment growth estimated at 3.6% over the past year. As of March 2026, 20,734 residents are employed, although the unemployment rate is 1.9% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is considerably lower (60.3% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census records indicate that a moderate 20.4% of residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.

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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics released by Districts for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Auburn earn a median income of $35,864 and an average of $44,273. These figures are below the national average and compare to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Accounting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $39,565 (median) and $48,842 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that individual incomes are positioned at the 9th percentile ($580 weekly), whereas household incomes are stronger at the 37th percentile. Income distribution details show the largest cohort consists of 32.6% of residents (14,301 people) in the $1,500 - category, mirroring the broader regional pattern where of the population falls into this bracket. Financial pressures from housing costs are high, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the st percentile.

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At the time of the most recent Census, the distribution of dwelling types in Auburn was 42.2% houses and 57.8% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other options. The home ownership rate of 22.9% in Auburn was lower than the Sydney metro average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (24.7%) or rented (52.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 in the area was significantly lower than the Sydney metro median of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $410 compared to the Sydney metro median of $470. On a national level, mortgage payments in Auburn are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents also exceed the national median of $375.

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Family households represent 72.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 37.5%, couples without children at 21.4%, and single parent families at 10.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.0% of the total, with single person households representing 16.6% and group households making up 11.4%. The average household size of 3.3 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment levels in Auburn are lower than regional averages, with 31.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 39.9% in the surrounding SA3 area. This gap indicates opportunities for skills progression and educational advancement. Bachelor degrees represent 20.0% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational training accounts for 21.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 9.8%.

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An evaluation of public transport options shows 190 active transport stops operating in Auburn, comprising both train stations and bus stops. These transit points are serviced by 31 distinct routes, which support a total of 5,751 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as outstanding, with residents living an average of 126 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of workers travel outside the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 50%, followed by trains at 35% and buses at 8%. Motor vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.0 per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average. Approximately 20.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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An examination of health indicators reveals strong results across Auburn based on Districts' evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with younger and older cohorts displaying low rates of common illnesses, though the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very low at roughly 45% of the population (~19,539 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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Auburn ranks among the most culturally diverse localities in the nation, with 69.7% of the population born outside Australia and 86.5% using a non-English language at home. Islam is the primary religion, followed by 42.6% of residents in Auburn, compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney.

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With a median age of 30 years, Auburn's demographic profile is notably younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Auburn has a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (24.4%) and a smaller share of mature adults aged 45 - 54 (9.0%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census projections show that the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 22.9% to 24.4% of the population, while the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 10.2% to 9.0%. Demographic modeling suggests that Auburn's age distribution will transform by with the to cohort projected to increase by people () from to .

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Auburn currently has an estimated 2,719 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 1,618 children aged 0-2 and 1,079 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 12% by 2041 (to approximately 3,053 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 3,619. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.