Camden South (NSW)

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Based on research into ABS population adjustments for the surrounding district alongside new locations verified by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Camden South has an estimated residency of 4,455 as of May 2026. This indicates a contraction of 140 people (3.0%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 4,595 residents. The variance is calculated from the local population of 4,445, calculated by Districts through analysing the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and 1 verified new address added after the Census date. This size of population yields a density of 1,050 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages recorded across regions tracked by Districts. In recent times, population gains were mostly driven by overseas migration, which made up roughly 66.0% of the overall growth.

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A highly qualified labor force resides in the suburb of Camden South, with strong representation in key service industries, a jobless rate of only 1.6%, and an estimated job growth of 6.3% over the prior year based on Districts figures consolidated from regional data. In March 2026, 2,589 local residents were employed, and the unemployment rate sat 2.6% below the 4.1% recorded across Greater Sydney, while workforce participation was exceptionally high at 76.2% compared with the metropolitan average of 69.1%. Census records show a high proportion of residents, 33.8%, worked from home, though this may reflect COVID-19 restriction impacts.

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The suburb of Camden South's income level is in line with the national averages according to the latest ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. The suburb of Camden South's median income among taxpayers is $55,323 and the average income stands at $67,820, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $61,032 (median) and $74,819 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Camden South cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. The data shows the predominant cohort spans 36.4% of locals (1,621 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen the surrounding region where similarly occupy this range. High housing costs consume of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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The mix of residences in the suburb of Camden South at the most recent Census was 92.9% standalone houses and 7.2% other types of housing, including duplexes, units, and alternative formats, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in the suburb of Camden South was far above the Sydney metro average, standing at 36.6%, with the remaining properties occupied under a mortgage (46.7%) or rented (16.6%). The typical monthly home loan payment of $2,200 was below the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, while the typical weekly rent of $450 compared to the metropolitan median of $470. Looking nationally, mortgage outlays in the suburb of Camden South are significantly higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families represent the bulk of local households at 78.9% of the total, consisting of couples with children at 38.2%, couples without children at 28.8%, and single parents at 11.4%. The remaining 21.1% are non-family households, which are made up of single persons at 18.7% and group houses at 2.0%. The typical household size of 2.8 persons exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The locality shows educational gaps, given that its university qualification rate of 21.4% sits well below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This dynamic presents both a difficulty and a clear opening for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 14.0%, with postgraduate degrees accounting for 4.6% and graduate diplomas representing 2.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly represented, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (30.8%).

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Public transport checks indicate 44 active transit stops operate within the suburb of Camden South, consisting of bus services. These stops connect to 33 distinct routes, which combine to offer 743 passenger trips each week. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 143 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a residential area, the vast majority of workers commute to outer areas, and private vehicles remain the primary travel option at 95%. Households average 1.8 cars, exceeding the regional baseline. A notable 33.8% of workers work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic-related restrictions.

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Health indicators demonstrate positive trends for residents of the suburb of Camden South, with Districts evaluations of mortality and health metrics showing results that align closely with national baselines, as general disease prevalence remains low overall though exceeding national averages within senior, vulnerable brackets, and the share of residents with private health insurance is just ahead of the average SA2 region at approximately 54% of the population, which is around 2,394 people. This compares to a rate of 59.9% recorded across Greater Sydney.

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The suburb of Camden South shows a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 88.2% of residents born in Australia, 93.4% holding citizenship, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant faith, practiced by 65.4% of the population in the suburb of Camden South, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 38 years in the suburb of Camden South is close to the Greater Sydney average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Camden South has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (11.9%) but a lower share of people aged 25 - 34 (11.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 9.8% to 12.2% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has climbed from 5.6% to 6.7%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket has decreased from 12.7% to 11.2%. By significant changes in the age profile of the suburb of Camden South are expected. Leading this transition, the to cohort will expand by ( people), growing from to . This aging demographic trend is clear, with individuals aged + making up of the projected growth, while population decreases are expected for the to and to age cohorts.

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Camden South currently has an estimated 343 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 148 children aged 0-2 and 98 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 300 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 477. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.9 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.