Cabramatta West (NSW)

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Analyzing population updates from the ABS for the surrounding region alongside newly validated addresses from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Cabramatta West has an estimated population of approximately 7,904 in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 82 residents (1.0%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,822 individuals. The change is calculated from an estimated resident population of 7,889, determined by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 combined with 19 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 4,319 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the top 10% of all national areas evaluated by Districts, pointing to local land as a highly sought-after asset. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Cabramatta West has shown stable expansion with a 0.7% compound annual growth rate, ahead of the wider SA3 area. This growth was mainly supported by immigration from overseas, which accounted for approximately 69.0% of the total population increases in recent times.

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The local labor market in Cabramatta West features a strong presence of manufacturing and industrial jobs, alongside an unemployment rate of 7.8% and an estimated employment growth of 4.6% during the previous year, according to data aggregated by Districts. By March 2026, the area recorded 3,244 working residents, yet the local unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, which is 3.7 percentage points higher than the Greater Sydney average, indicating potential for improvement. Participation rates also fall considerably behind the regional norm, with only 53.3% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that 24.8% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect ongoing effects from the Covid-19 lockdown period.

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Based on Districts' compilation of the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Cabramatta West recorded a median income of $43,814 and an average income of $51,801. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average incomes of $60,817 and $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $48,336 for median income and $57,147 for average income as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual incomes are positioned at the 2nd percentile with a weekly figure of $481, while household incomes perform relatively better at the 36th percentile. Income distribution statistics show that 30.0% of the local population, or individuals, fall into the - brackets, mirroring regional patterns where are in the same range. Housing affordability pressures are significant, leaving only of household income after housing costs, placing the area in the th percentile.

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Residential property types in the suburb of Cabramatta West at the time of the latest Census consisted of 85.6% standalone houses and 14.3% alternative housing types, such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to the Sydney metropolitan split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in the suburb of Cabramatta West stood at 31.9%, which is higher than the Sydney metropolitan average, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.2%) or renting (39.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 was below the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $380, compared to the metropolitan average of $470. On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Cabramatta West exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 83.7%, consisting of couples with children at 41.0%, couples without children at 15.5%, and single parent households at 25.6%. The remaining 16.3% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 13.7% and group housing representing 2.2% of the total. The median household size of 3.5 persons is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The locality faces hurdles in higher education, with university qualification levels at 16.2%, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This scenario presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share of qualifications at 13.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.0% and graduate diplomas at 0.7%. Vocational education accounts for 20.1% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 7.3% and certificate qualifications at 12.8%.

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Public transport statistics indicate there are 39 active transit stops operating in the suburb of Cabramatta West, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 18 separate routes, which provide a combined 1,037 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 149 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb of Cabramatta West, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 89%, while 7% travel by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per household, which is higher than the regional average. About 24.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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An analysis of health indicators reveals positive outcomes in the suburb of Cabramatta West, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, with lower instances of common conditions observed across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private medical insurance is low, held by approximately 47% of the population, which is about 3,752 people. This is below the Greater Sydney coverage rate of 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Cabramatta West is among the most culturally diverse locations in Australia, with 59.0% of the population born outside the country and 79.5% using a language other than English at home. Buddhism is the leading religion in the suburb of Cabramatta West, practiced by 39.7% of the community, compared to 4.1% across the Greater Sydney region.

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The median age of 38 years in the suburb of Cabramatta West is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Greater Sydney region, the suburb of Cabramatta West has a larger proportion of residents aged 55 to 64 (13.5%) but a smaller share of people aged 35 to 44 (11.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 age bracket has risen from 7.8% to 9.6% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.2% to 11.3%. By 2041, demographic shifts will alter the local age profile, led by the 75 to 84 bracket, which is expected to rise by ( people) to reach from . This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged and over accounting for of the projected growth, while population drops are forecast for the to and to age groups.

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Cabramatta West currently has an estimated 395 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 248 children aged 0-2 and 165 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 324 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 754. Birth rates in the area have averaged 10.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.