Claremont Meadows (NSW)

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According to calculations of ABS demographic figures for the region and new residential locations verified by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Claremont Meadows has a population projected to be roughly 5,579 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 402 people (7.8%) from the 2021 Census, which registered a count of 5,177 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 5,544, determined by Districts following analysis of the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) along with 123 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,835 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure across nationwide spots evaluated by Districts. The 7.8% expansion rate of the suburb of Claremont Meadows since the 2021 census was greater than the wider SA4 region (6.0%) and the state overall, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. The demographic gains in the area were mainly stimulated by incoming overseas arrivals, accounting for roughly of the aggregate population increase in recent times, though natural increases and interstate migration also recorded positive contributions.

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The suburb of Claremont Meadows possesses a skilled labor force, with strong representation in critical services industries and an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, according to aggregated local labor data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, 3,046 residents were employed, placing the local unemployment rate 1.7% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is relatively typical (73.1% versus 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census figures indicate a high proportion of 34.5% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this should be interpreted in the context of pandemic lockdown measures.

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According to consolidated postcode data from the ATO released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Claremont Meadows recorded a median taxpayer income of $62,470, with the average income reaching $70,539. This exceeds the national benchmark and compares to $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average) across Greater Sydney. Applying a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $68,917 for the median and $77,819 for the average. Based on 2021 Census records, household, family, and individual incomes are all elevated in the suburb of Claremont Meadows, ranking between the 77th and 83rd percentiles across the country. Looking at the distribution of income, the largest bracket comprises 39.9% of residents (2,226 people) earning in the - range, mirroring the broader region where sit in this bracket. High-income earners are prominent, with earning over per week, reflecting robust financial capacity in the area. Elevated housing expenses absorb of earnings, yet strong wages keep disposable income in the st percentile, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.

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The mix of housing in the suburb of Claremont Meadows, as recorded in the most recent Census, consisted of 93.3% standalone houses and 6.6% alternative housing types (semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to the Sydney metropolitan area distribution of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Claremont Meadows were below the Sydney metropolitan average, standing at 21.2%, with the remaining properties either under a mortgage (57.4%) or occupied by tenants (21.4%). The median monthly home loan payment in this location was significantly lower than the Sydney metro median at $2,167, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $430, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,427 and $470. On a national scale, monthly home loan commitments in the suburb of Claremont Meadows are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national benchmark of $375.

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Family units are the dominant household structure at 86.2%, which is made up of 51.7% couples with offspring, 18.9% couples without offspring, and 14.6% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.8%, with single-person households representing 12.3% and shared houses making up 1.5% of the total. The median household occupancy of 3.2 people exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The locality presents specific educational gaps, with university graduation rates (23.0%) sitting well below the Greater Sydney mark of 38.0%. This situation represents both a hurdle and an opening for focused education programs. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 16.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational and technical training are highly prevalent, with 36.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (25.7%).

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Public transport data shows 43 active transit stops operating in the suburb of Claremont Meadows, consisting of bus services. These stops are linked to 22 separate routes, which combine to support 2,060 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 158 meters from their closest transport stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles serving as the primary transport mode at 91%. Car ownership averages 1.8 vehicles per household, which is above the metropolitan average. A high proportion of 34.5% of workers commute from home (2021 Census, which may be influenced by pandemic conditions).

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Health measures indicate lower-than-average wellness outcomes in the suburb of Claremont Meadows, based on Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic illness rates, with typical medical issues observed across both younger and older demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is relatively high at approximately 55% of the population (~3,057 people). This compares to a level of 59.9% throughout Greater Sydney.

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The suburb of Claremont Meadows displays greater cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 27.0% of the population born outside Australia and 26.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 58.0% of local residents. The most noticeable demographic divergence is in the Other religious category, which represents 3.1% of the population compared to 1.4% across Greater Sydney.

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With a median age of 33, the suburb of Claremont Meadows is younger than Greater Sydney's median of 37 and sits below the national median of 38 years. Relative to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Claremont Meadows has a higher concentration of children aged 5 - 14 (16.0%) but fewer young adults aged 25 - 34 (12.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 15.5% to 16.6% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket has contracted from 13.3% to 12.0%. Future population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts for the suburb of Claremont Meadows, with the 45 to cohort projected to experience the highest growth at , adding residents to total .

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Claremont Meadows currently has an estimated 390 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 235 children aged 0-2 and 156 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 434 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 641. Birth rates in the area have averaged 13.0 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.