Camden Park (NSW)

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Based on an evaluation of the ABS demographic updates for the wider region alongside recent residential addresses confirmed by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Camden Park (NSW) is calculated to have approximately 2,224 residents as of May 2026. This represents a minor reduction of 9 individuals (0.4%) relative to the 2,233 citizens documented in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is derived from an estimated local population of 2,222, calculated by Districts using the ABS release of June 2025 ERP statistics combined with 6 validated new addresses established post-Census. Such a population count corresponds to a density of 214 individuals per square kilometer, which indicates considerable space for residents and potential capacity for future housing projects. Overseas migration served as the primary driver of demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 64.0% of the overall population increases documented in recent times.

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Camden Park possesses a highly trained labor force with strong representation in vital services, an exceptionally low unemployment rate of 0.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 6.9% over the past year, according to statistical data aggregated by Districts. In March 2026, the employed resident count reached 1,418, while the local unemployment rate was 3.4% lower than the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, and the labor participation rate was far higher than typical benchmarks, standing at 83.7% compared to 69.1% for Greater Sydney. Census records indicate that a substantial 35.4% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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Tax data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 indicates that Camden Park ranks among the wealthiest suburbs nationwide. The median income for local taxpayers is $64,536, while the average income is $79,122, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $71,196 for median income and $87,287 for average income as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Camden Park are situated in the upper tier, ranking between the 85th and 98th percentiles nationally. The largest single income bracket consists of the 35.5% of taxpayers (789 residents) who earn over $4000 weekly, which contrasts with the broader metropolitan area where the - range is the most common at . The financial strength of the area is highlighted by the of households that earn weekly incomes above which sustains high levels of discretionary spending. After accounting for housing expenditure, households retain of their earnings, indicating substantial buying power, and the suburb's SEIFA economic index placement is in the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, the mix of housing in Camden Park consists of 97.5% standalone houses and 2.5% alternative dwelling types like townhouses, semi-detached properties, and apartments, compared to the Sydney metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Camden Park is significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 32.2%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (61.7%) or rented (6.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb stands at $2,600, which exceeds the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, whereas the median weekly rent of $420 is lower than the metropolitan figure of $470. On a national level, mortgage costs in Camden Park are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are also notably higher than the countrywide average of $375.

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Family units constitute the vast majority of local households at 90.9%, which includes 55.6% consisting of couples with children, 26.0% consisting of couples without children, and 8.1% single-parent households. The remaining 9.1% of households are non-family arrangements, with single-person households representing 8.6% and group living situations comprising 0.7% of the total. The median household occupancy is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney median of 2.7.

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The neighborhood displays lower levels of higher education attainment, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications (24.2%) falling well short of the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This discrepancy presents an area of focus for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 16.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 39.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificate credentials (26.4%).

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An analysis of public transit options reveals 5 active transit stops in Camden Park, consisting of bus services. These locations are served by 16 different routes, which combine to offer 240 weekly passenger journeys. Access to public transit is rated as favorable, with residents living an average of 324 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 98%. Households own an average of 2.3 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 35.4%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Health indicators compiled by Districts indicate strong outcomes across Camden Park, based on a review of regional mortality rates and chronic health conditions. Younger demographics show a very low incidence of common health issues, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, representing approximately 58% of the total population (~1,293 people).

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Camden Park exhibits lower cultural and linguistic diversity relative to regional benchmarks, with 87.5% of the population born within Australia, 96.7% holding citizenship, and 95.3% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 74.4% of the population in Camden Park, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 39 years in Camden Park is slightly higher than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and close to the national average of 38. The 5 - 14 year-old age cohort is significantly overrepresented at 18.4% locally compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 year-old cohort is underrepresented at 5.2%. This local concentration of 5 - 14 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 15.5% to 17.5% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 3.3% to 4.8%. In contrast, the 25 to age bracket declined from to , and the to group fell from to . Demographic projections for suggest changes in the population structure of Camden Park, led by a expansion of the to age group (adding people) to reach from an initial whereas the to and to age cohorts are projected to contract.

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Camden Park currently has an estimated 100 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 74 children aged 0-2 and 50 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 86 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 239. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.7 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.