Concord (NSW)

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Based on analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside recent address validation by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Concord has a projected population of approximately 15,472 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 921 residents (6.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 14,551 individuals. The estimate is derived from a baseline resident count of 15,457 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures, supplemented by 34 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 3,057 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all Australian areas analyzed by Districts. The 6.3% growth rate in the suburb of Concord since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (5.5%), establishing it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 83.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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Concord has an educated resident workforce characterized by a strong presence of white-collar professionals, and a low unemployment rate of 2.9%, according to Districts' compiled statistical area datasets. As of March 2026, there are 7,957 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 1.2% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is notably lower at 62.1% compared to the 69.1% recorded across Greater Sydney. Census data indicates that a high proportion of employed residents (48.1%) worked from their homes, although this figure was likely influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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Based on Districts' compilation of the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, taxpaying residents in the suburb of Concord recorded a median income of $55,092 and a mean income of $81,522. These figures are high on a national scale, comparing to medians and averages of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $60,777 (median) and $89,935 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household incomes are in the 88th percentile, sitting at a median weekly level of $2,410. The data indicates that 28.8% of the population, representing 4,455 individuals, earn in the $4000+ bracket, which differs from the broader metropolitan region where the - range is the most common at . This economic strength is further demonstrated by the of households with high weekly incomes exceeding which supports local retail and services. Housing expenses consume of income, while strong household earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, and the suburb's SEIFA ranking for income falls in the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Concord consisted of 70.8% standalone houses and 29.2% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Greater Sydney's mix of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 44.8%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (31.4%) or rented (23.8%). The median monthly housing loan payment was high at $3,033, compared to the Greater Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $570, compared to the metropolitan average of $470. On a national basis, mortgage payments in Concord are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also significantly above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 78.5%, consisting of couples with children at 42.8%, couples without children at 24.1%, and single parents with children at 10.4%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 21.5%, which includes single-person households at 18.9% and group households at 2.5%. The median household size is 2.8 occupants, which is slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The suburb faces some educational hurdles, with the proportion of residents holding a university qualification (36.7%) sitting significantly below the broader SA4 average of 49.5%. This highlights an opportunity for targeted local educational programs. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 24.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (9.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 28.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificate credentials (16.8%).

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An analysis of public transport reveals 112 active bus stops situated within Concord. These stops are served by 46 different routes, which together provide 3,762 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is high, with residents living an average of 142 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel at 79%, followed by train travel at 10%. Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 cars per dwelling, which is above the metropolitan average. A significant portion of the workforce (48.1%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns.

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Based on Districts' evaluation of local mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic health conditions, Concord shows positive overall health outcomes, with younger age groups showing very low rates of common illnesses. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, covering approximately 59% of the population, which equates to 9,145 people.

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Concord displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 34.3% of the population born outside of Australia and 38.3% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 68.6% of residents, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of Concord's population is 43 years, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 years and the national median of 38 years. The demographic breakdown shows a high concentration of residents aged 55 - 64 (13.3%), while the 25 - 34 age bracket is relatively small (9.2%) compared to Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.3% to 8.2%, and the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 12.4% to 14.2%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 12.8% to 11.3%. Looking forward to demographic projections suggest substantial changes in the age profile, with the + cohort expected to grow by people (), rising from to . The + age categories are projected to make up of the suburb's total population growth, reflecting an aging trend, while the to and to age brackets are expected to contract.

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Concord currently has an estimated 618 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 375 children aged 0-2 and 250 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 490 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,217. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.