Corlette (NSW)

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According to evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, and fresh addresses verified by Districts following the Census, the population of Corlette is projected to be approximately 5,569 as of May 2026. This indicates a decline of 130 individuals (2.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 5,699 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 5,560, estimated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 alongside 1 newly validated address post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,862 individuals per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across national spots evaluated by Districts. In recent times, international migration was the primary driver of growth, accounting for roughly 98.0% of the overall population rise.

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Corlette is characterized by a qualified labor force with strong representation in critical service fields, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.1%, and an estimated workforce expansion of 0.7% over the prior year, based on regional data compiled by Districts. As of March 2026, there are 2,183 employed locals, representing an unemployment rate 1.0% lower than the Regional NSW figure of 4.1%, while the participation rate remains notably low at 46.2% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census records indicate that a substantial 28.2% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, income levels in the suburb of Corlette sit below the national average. In the suburb of Corlette, taxpayers recorded a median income of $43,918 and an average income of $62,567, compared to Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 and $65,215. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $48,450 for the median and $69,024 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed local household incomes in the 39th percentile ($1,566 per week) and personal incomes in the 23rd percentile. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 32.0% of residents ( people), which matches the broader metropolitan area where this bracket accounts for . Post-housing costs, residents retain of their earnings for other expenses, placing the area in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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Housing composition in Corlette at the time of the last Census consisted of 74.2% detached houses and 25.7% alternative housing options like townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional NSW where detached houses made up 82.6% and other dwellings accounted for 17.4%. Outright home ownership in Corlette was high at 51.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (27.6%) or occupied by tenants (21.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was recorded at $1,950, which is higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while weekly rent was $445 compared to $330 in Regional NSW. On a national level, Corlette mortgage payments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit significantly above the national benchmark of $375.

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Family units constitute the vast majority of households at 77.5%, which includes 26.5% couples with children, 40.8% couples without children, and 10.0% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.5%, consisting of single-person households at 20.3% and group homes at 2.0%. The median household size is 2.4 residents, matching the Regional NSW standard.

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The local area shows below-average educational attainment, with university completion rates at 21.6% compared to the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 14.0%, with postgraduate qualifications at 4.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Practical and vocational skills are common, with 41.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.8%) and certificates (27.7%).

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An analysis of public transport reveals 48 transit stops operating in Corlette, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 34 separate routes, which combine to offer 410 passenger trips per week. Transit access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 149 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of working residents commute to other districts, with private cars serving as the primary transport mode for 95% of workers. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.5 cars per residence. A significant 28.2% of the local workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Corlette shows favorable health profiles according to Districts indicators tracking mortality and long-term illnesses, with low rates of common conditions observed in both younger and older residents, while the share of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 52% of the population, representing about 2,879 people.

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Corlette exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 80.1% of residents born in Australia, 92.1% holding citizenship, and 93.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, practiced by 59.2% of the population in Corlette, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 52 years in Corlette is much higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, the 65 - 74 age bracket is overrepresented at 18.0%, while 25 - 34 year-olds are underrepresented at 6.0%. This local concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is also well above the national rate of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 9.4% to 11.2% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has climbed from 11.8% to 13.4%. On the other hand, the 5 to cohort declined from to , and the to group decreased from to . Projections for suggest major shifts, with the + cohort showing the fastest growth at , adding residents to total . Seniors aged and over will account for of the total population growth, highlighting the aging trend, while the school-age ( to ) and young adult ( to ) groups are projected to contract.

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Corlette currently has an estimated 183 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 109 children aged 0-2 and 71 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 8% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 200 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 379. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.