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$537
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+7.9%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
1,508
People
17 Jul 2026
+3.9%
Growth since 2021
Census
14
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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1,508
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 1,452 people
12.26 km²
Land area
123 /km²
Density
5.0%
Unemployment
5 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of Frederickton is located 350 kilometers north-northeast from the Sydney CBD. As of May 2026, the population of the suburb of Frederickton is estimated at 1,508 residents, representing a 3.9% increase of 56 people since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 1,452. This latest population estimate is derived from aggregated yearly SA2-level Estimated Resident Population counts and quarterly updates to national address files. Situated along the scenic Macleay River in New South Wales, the broader town of Kempsey is known for its rural charm and picturesque landscapes, celebrating its rich Indigenous and settler history through museums, cultural centers, and festivals. The town also boasts a vibrant arts scene, local art galleries, and a growing food and wine culture supported by regional farms, vineyards, and markets. Demographic trends in the suburb of Frederickton point to moderate expansion patterns, with several standout market features. The locality is characterized by a strong representation of detached houses, above-average numbers of children per family, and high rates of outright home ownership. The community features a pronounced healthcare employment base, an elevated proportion of residents aged 85 and over, and a notable presence of individuals in the 75 to 84 age bracket. Overall, the local population includes a high proportion of older Australians and elderly residents who typically have lower educational attainment levels and lower quartile incomes. However, demand and future performance in the suburb of Frederickton are expected to be supported by a significant level of planned infrastructure and major project spending.
Estimated residents are up from 1,452 at the 2021 Census — a change of 56 people, or 3.9%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Population growth
Frederickton ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +3.9% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 243 residents by 2041 — growth of 16.1% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Frederickton, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 75th percentile nationally.
Constrained supply
Development activity ranks in only the 18th percentile nationally while population growth ranks in the 60th — demand is growing faster than new supply is being approved.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.4% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average resident incomes
Frederickton ranks in the 6th percentile nationally for income (score 0.6/10).
Lower household incomes can constrain rent growth and buyer depth, and increase sensitivity to interest-rate and cost-of-living pressure.
Weak local employment drivers
Frederickton ranks in the 18th percentile nationally for employment drivers (score 1.8/10).
Areas with limited local job creation rely more heavily on commuting access and broader regional employment conditions.
Lower education outcomes
Frederickton ranks in the 5th percentile nationally for education (score 0.5/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Frederickton. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Frederickton, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally
Detail
According to Districts' evaluation of ABS building approval statistics mapped to local boundaries, the suburb of Frederickton has averaged approximately 5 approved residential dwellings annually, resulting in an estimated 25 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 3 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.6 individuals moving to the area for every new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, supply aligns well with demand to support stable market conditions, and new residences carry an average construction value of $403,000—slightly higher than the regional benchmark—indicating a focus on premium builds. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $933,000 have been logged this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality.
In comparison to the Rest of NSW, the suburb of Frederickton registers approximately 61% of the building activity per capita, placing it in the 21st percentile of assessed regions nationwide, which suggests limited choice for purchasers and reinforces demand for existing homes. This slower rate compared to national figures indicates a mature market and potential development constraints. Furthermore, recent construction approvals consist entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the low-density profile of the area and appealing to buyers seeking extra space. The ratio of 753 people for every single dwelling approval underscores the calm, low-activity construction environment.
Demographic projections indicate the suburb of Frederickton will add 243 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by Districts. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of housing may fall short of population growth, which could intensify buyer competition and underpin stronger value increases.
Districts' assessment of the Kempsey LGA register has identified 13 substantial development applications lodged in Frederickton over the past 5 years (7 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 7 were approved, 1 was withdrawn, while 2 are under assessment. The most common application types are retail and childcare.
13 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 4 | 185,138 | 208 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 3 | 184,871 | 234 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 2/83.3% | 89,436/61.9% | 197/83.2% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/16.7% | 55,043/38.1% | 40/16.8% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 5 | 188,882 | 289 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 25 | 944,410 | 1,445 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.3 | 6.5 | 5.3 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 3.4 | 7.2 | 5.6 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 2.2 | 2.8 | 1.6 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 1.6 | 2.1 | 1.6 |
| Persons per Approval | 753 | 158 | 203 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 403 | 342 | 312 |
| Commercial Development Value | 933 | 105,080,908 | 109,981 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 18 | 100 | 81 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Frederickton has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure updates, key construction projects, and planning changes have a significant effect on regional performance. Districts has identified no projects that are expected to influence the local area. The main regional projects include the Verge and Eden Streets Sporting Complex, the Kempsey Regional Saleyards Infrastructure Upgrade, the Central Kempsey Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the Pacific Highway Upgrade between Hexham and Brisbane, with the following list showing those of greatest significance.
Telecommunications
Dev. ApplicationDevelopment application for construction of a telecommunications facility comprising a mobile phone base station at 76 North Street, West Kempsey. The facility will improve mobile network coverage and connectivity in the West Kempsey area. Development Application number DA2501371 has been lodged with Kempsey Shire Council.
Source for Telecommunications Facility West Kempsey (opens in new tab)
Health & Medical
PlanningThe Health Precinct Development in West Kempsey is a strategic initiative by Kempsey Shire Council to consolidate health-related facilities and services into an integrated hub surrounding the existing Kempsey District Hospital. The project involves rezoning land to accommodate allied health, medical support services, and private practitioners. As of May 2026, the project has transitioned to the finalisation stage following a public exhibition period for the Kempsey Development Control Plan (DCP) 2026, which concluded in February 2026.
Source 1 for Health Precinct Development West Kempsey (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Health Precinct Development West Kempsey (opens in new tab)
Precincts & Urban Renewal
ProposedInvestigation into medium to long term potential to include land within the RU2 Rural Landscape zone to the north of River Street within the R1 General Residential zone for future residential development. This initiative is identified in the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2023 as part of the West Kempsey Structure Plan actions. The rezoning would facilitate orderly residential development in West Kempsey as infrastructure and services become available, contributing to the provision of approximately 1,208 additional dwellings needed across Kempsey Shire localities outside of South West Rocks by 2041.
Source 1 for Potential Inclusion of RU2 Zoned Land North of River Street West Kempsey (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Potential Inclusion of RU2 Zoned Land North of River Street West Kempsey (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
Under AssessmentCHL, with ACHL and NSW Government support via the Together Home Transition Program, is delivering 32 new social and affordable homes across six vacant lots in West Kempsey. Recent development applications cover multiple addresses (Gordon Nixon Ave, Keith Moses Cres, and George Hardiman Ave). The project aims to renew underutilised sites and provide small-scale, fit-for-purpose dwellings for singles, couples and small families.
Source for West Kempsey Social and Affordable Housing (opens in new tab)
Precincts & Urban Renewal
PlanningStrategic planning proposal identified in the Kempsey Local Growth Management Strategy 2023 to rezone RU5 Village zoned land along River Street to R1 General Residential zoning. This rezoning aims to create a logical connection between existing R1 General Residential zones and facilitate future residential development in West Kempsey. The proposal forms part of Council's 20-year growth strategy to accommodate projected population increase and housing demand of approximately 2,790 new dwellings by 2041.
Source 1 for Rezoning of RU5 Village Zone to R1 General Residential along River Street West Kempsey (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Rezoning of RU5 Village Zone to R1 General Residential along River Street West Kempsey (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Frederickton (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$729,000
House · 3 bed · 484m² land
Listed 31 July 2026
$445,000
Land · 0 bed · 1,341m² land
Listed 19 June 2025
$390,000
Land · 0 bed · 1,460m² land
Listed 4 Jan 2026
$315,000
Land · 0 bed · 34,100m² land
Listed 14 July 2026
$425,000
Unit · 2 bed · 156m² land
Listed 14 Aug 2026
$500,000–$550,000
Rural Property · 0 bed · 161,100m² land
Listed 23 Nov 2022
$300,000
Unit · 2 bed
Listed 27 Mar 2023
$2,000,000
Rural Property · 0 bed · 40,400m² land
Listed 2 Dec 2022
Price not recorded
Land · 0 bed · 1,593m² land
Listed 15 July 2026
$550,000–$580,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 13 Dec 2022
$265,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed
Listed 4 Apr 2023
$1,400,000
Rural Property For Sale · 4 bed · 11,400m² land
Listed 4 Nov 2025
$350,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 860m² land
Listed 26 Feb 2026
$1,600,000
Rural Property For Sale · 6 bed · 104,000m² land
Listed 13 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Address | Price | Sold | Type | Beds | Baths | Cars | Land | $/m² land |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 the ponds way, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 27 Aug 2026 | Rural Property | 3 | 1 | 4 | — | — |
| 1a airport rd, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 21 Aug 2026 | Rural Property | 4 | 3 | 5 | — | — |
| 3 betts st, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | $670K | 21 Aug 2026 | House | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| 12 morton ave, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | $545K | 19 Aug 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| 2291 willi willi rd, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 18 Aug 2026 | Rural Property | 4 | 2 | 0 | — | — |
| 718 pipers creek rd, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 18 Aug 2026 | Rural Property | 2 | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| 34 betts st, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | $820K | 12 Aug 2026 | House | 5 | 2 | 3 | — | — |
| 45 edgar st, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | $623K | 30 June 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 2 | 557m² | $1,118 |
| 7 remembrance way, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 3 June 2026 | House | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1,002m² | — |
| 107 macleay st, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | $440K | 18 May 2026 | House | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1,012m² | $435 |
| 22 everinghams ln, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 20 Mar 2026 | House | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1,878m² | — |
| 56 cyrus saul circuit, frederickton, NSW, 2440 | — | 13 Feb 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1,308m² | — |
Source: Districts property records · 12 in 2026 · 163 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Frederickton with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederickton | — | 1,508 | — | — | — |
| West Kempsey | 5.3 km | 5,383 | — | — | — |
| South Kempsey | 8.2 km | 2,727 | — | — | — |
| Crescent Head | 19.2 km | 1,688 | — | — | — |
| South West Rocks | 22.6 km | 5,204 | — | — | — |
| Macksville | 35.9 km | 2,901 | — | — | — |
| Nambucca Heads | 45.1 km | 6,843 | — | — | — |
| Port Macquarie | 46.2 km | 51,513 | — | — | — |
| Thrumster | 47.4 km | 2,865 | — | — | — |
| Wauchope | 49.6 km | 7,086 | — | — | — |
| Valla Beach | 51.0 km | 1,545 | — | — | — |
| King Creek | 51.5 km | 1,889 | — | — | — |
| Lake Cathie | 57.7 km | 4,824 | — | — | — |
| Urunga | 60.8 km | 3,241 | — | — | — |
| Bonny Hills | 61.4 km | 3,275 | — | — | — |
| Bellingen | 65.0 km | 4,017 | — | — | — |
| North Haven (NSW) | 67.2 km | 1,729 | — | — | — |
| Kew (NSW) | 67.9 km | 1,912 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Above-average children per family
Strong outright home ownership
Notable healthcare employment base
Elevated proportion 85 and over
Pronounced 75 to 84yo presence
Strong detached house representation
Development approval activity in recent years well below historic averages
Population Growth
6.0
Density
3.0
Development Activity
1.8
Employment Drivers
1.8
Infrastructure Drivers
7.5
Education
0.5
Amenities
5.0
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Population growth drivers in Frederickton are slightly above average based on Districts' ranking of recent, and medium term trends
Detail
Based on demographic evaluations of ABS figures and updated addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Frederickton has an estimated population of 1,508 residents as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 56 people (3.9%) since the 2021 Census, which counted ,1452 individuals. The estimate is derived from a resident total of 1,508 calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and 12 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level results in a density of 123 persons per square kilometer, offering spacious living conditions and options for future expansion. The post-census growth of 3.9% in the suburb of Frederickton is within 0.4 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (4.3%), showing robust underlying growth. The main driver of population growth was interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 68.0% of the total demographic gains lately.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts assessment indicates Frederickton faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets
Detail
The suburb of Frederickton features a balanced labor market containing both white-collar and blue-collar workers, with a solid representation of essential services and an unemployment rate of 5.0% according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026604 residents were employed, while the local unemployment rate was 0.9% higher than the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, and the participation rate of 50.6% was significantly lower than the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census data showed that a low 6.6% of residents worked from home, although this should be interpreted in the context of pandemic lockdown impacts.
The primary employment sectors for locals are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The health care & social assistance sector has a particularly strong representation, employing residents at times the regional average rate. Conversely, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, accounting for of employment compared to across the region. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are limited.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to Districts analysis
Detail
Based on Districts' compilation of ATO postcode statistics for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Frederickton recorded a median income of $43,888 and an average income of $50,236. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average incomes of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be around $48,417 for the median and $55,420 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Frederickton ranked between the 7th and 8th percentiles nationally. The largest income cohort comprises 30.0% of the local population (452 people) earning in the $800 - bracket, whereas the regional trend shows of taxpayers falling into the - bracket. Financial strain from housing costs is significant, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Frederickton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
The residential landscape in the suburb of Frederickton at the time of the latest Census was made up of 94.9% houses and 5.0% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Frederickton stood at 42.6%, exceeding the Regional NSW rate, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (33.2%) or rented (24.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,339 was notably lower than the Regional NSW average, whereas the median weekly rent was $330, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Frederickton are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well below the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Frederickton has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size
Detail
Family units make up the majority of households at 70.7%, which includes 21.3% couples with children, 32.0% couples without children, and 16.5% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.3%, consisting of lone-person households at 27.1% and group households at 1.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, matching the average across Regional NSW.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Frederickton faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
Detail
Educational attainment levels in the suburb of Frederickton show university qualification rates of 8.6%, which is substantially lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents a challenge as well as a target for educational support programs. Among residents with degrees, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 5.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 41.3% of individuals aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (33.5%).
A significant 24.0% of the local population is enrolled in formal studies. This group is composed of in primary schools, in secondary schools, and in tertiary institutions.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
5.6km · score 40
Child Care
3.9km · score 41
GP
5.6km · score 37
Government Services
31km · score 70
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transport data shows 23 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Frederickton. These stops are served by 15 separate routes, providing a total of 147 passenger trips each week. Transport connection is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 168 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 97%. Dwellings average 1.5 vehicles each. A relatively small proportion of residents (6.6%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions.
Service frequency averages 21 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly weekly trips for each transport stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Frederickton is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Significant health concerns are present in the suburb of Frederickton, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which impact both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 47% of the population (~706 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.
Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent health issues in the locality, affecting 13.5% and 9.2% of residents. Meanwhile, 53.0% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. The cohort of working age faces notable health difficulties, marked by elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged and over make up of the population ( people), which is higher than the Regional NSW level of . Health measures for older residents indicate some difficulties, with rankings generally matching those of the wider population.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The latest Census data sees Frederickton placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of Frederickton shows lower levels of cultural diversity compared to broader benchmarks, with 92.4% of the population born in Australia, 95.0% holding citizenship, and 96.2% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 63.1% of residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
Regarding ancestry (referring to the birth country of parents), the three most common backgrounds in the suburb of Frederickton are English at 33.7%, Australian at 32.4%, and Irish at 8.1%. There are also distinct differences in the proportions of other groups, with Australian Aboriginal residents making up of the population (compared to regionally), Lebanese at (compared to regionally), and French at (compared to regionally).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Frederickton hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
Detail
The median age in the suburb of Frederickton is 48 years, which is older than the Regional NSW average of 43 and significantly higher than the Australian median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of people aged 85+ (7.0%), while the 35 - 44 demographic is relatively small (9.5%) compared to Regional NSW. Post-2021 Census data reveals the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 7.7% to 9.5% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group rose from 5.1% to 6.6%. In contrast, the 85+ cohort decreased from 8.2% to 7.0%, and the 55 to 64 group declined from to . Demographic projections suggest the age profile of the suburb of Frederickton will shift by with the + age group expected to expand by people (), rising from to while the to and to demographics are expected to shrink.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
No child care services were found for children under 5 in Frederickton, though ample out of school hours care options exist for school age children.
Detail
Frederickton currently has an estimated 99 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 60 children aged 0-2 and 39 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 34% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 17% by 2041 (to approximately 116 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 145. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
3.9
Income
0.6
Age
9.0
Household Composition
4.1
Housing
4.2
Cultural Diversity
0.9
Health
0.7
Housing Cost
2.2
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
4.2
Projections for each SA2 region are drawn from ABS and Geoscience Australia figures published in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point. Where these are unavailable, Districts uses the NSW State Government SA2 projections published in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. The age group expansion rates from these datasets are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the suburb of Frederickton is expected to experience population growth above the median for non-metropolitan Australia, expanding by 243 residents by 2041 according to collective SA2 projections, which represents a total increase of 16.1% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 1,508 | 2,969,324 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 3.9% | 4.9% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 1,452 | 2,829,637 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 0.0% | 14.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 32.0% | 58.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 68.0% | 28.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 16.1% | 7.6% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 123 | 3 | 3 |
Based on Districts' compilation of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region, the labor force shrank by 2.9% over the 12-month period, while employment dropped by 3.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment fall by 0.9% and the labor force shrink by 0.4%, with a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future local employment trends can be examined using the national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local employment structure to estimate future occupational trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary greatly by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment for the suburb of Frederickton would rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 604 | 14,651,372 | 20,384 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 22.6% | 15.2% | 19.5% |
| –Retail Trade | 11.5% | 9.5% | 11.4% |
| –Manufacturing | 9.3% | 6.2% | 5.7% |
| Labour Force | 636 | 15,298,546 | 21,752 |
| Participation Rate | 50.6% | 67.2% | 48.9% |
| Working from Home | 6.6% | 23.9% | 12.1% |
| Unemployment | 5.0% | 4.2% | 6.3% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | -3.4% | 1.5% | -4.0% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.4% | 6.5% | 6.3% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 18 | 100 | 10 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 48,417 | 63,034 | 47,197 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 55,420 | 81,013 | 57,970 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 43,888 | 57,137 | 42,782 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 50,236 | 73,435 | 52,547 |
| Median Household Income | 1,114 | 1,746 | 1,037 |
| –$0 to 399 | 48 (9.0%) | 638,312 (6.3%) | 1,781 (8.7%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 141 (26.4%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) | 6,122 (29.9%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 160 (29.9%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) | 5,835 (28.5%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 144 (26.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) | 4,934 (24.1%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 26 (4.9%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) | 1,085 (5.3%) |
| –$4,000+ | 16 (3.0%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) | 737 (3.6%) |
| Median Family Income | 1,324 | 2,120 | 1,331 |
| –$0 to 399 | 16 (4.2%) | 236,192 (3.3%) | 541 (4.0%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 82 (21.7%) | 758,676 (10.6%) | 2,883 (21.3%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 128 (33.9%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) | 4,398 (32.5%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 119 (31.5%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) | 4,182 (30.9%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 26 (6.9%) | 973,396 (13.6%) | 947 (7.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 7 (1.9%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) | 596 (4.4%) |
| Median Personal Income | 565 | 805 | 539 |
| –$0 to 399 | 495 (32.8%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) | 17,346 (32.5%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 499 (33.1%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) | 18,520 (34.7%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 366 (24.3%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) | 11,742 (22.0%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 143 (9.5%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) | 5,017 (9.4%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 527,649 (1.9%) | 267 (0.5%) |
| –$3,500+ | 5 (0.3%) | 944,215 (3.4%) | 480 (0.9%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 35.3% | 22.8% | 38.6% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 7.8% | 24.4% | 8.9% |
| Largest Income Group | $800 - 1,499 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $400 - 799 |
| Household Disposable Income | 4,037 | 6,376 | 3,816 |
| SEIFA Score | 1.4 | 5.6 | 2.3 |
Frederickton at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$537/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+7.9%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 7.9% year on year to $537/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $330/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 511 | 9,275,218 | 19,640 |
| –Owned Outright | 42.6% | 32.1% | 48.5% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 33.2% | 36.2% | 27.0% |
| –Rented | 24.2% | 31.7% | 24.5% |
| –Detached Houses | 94.9% | 72.5% | 88.8% |
| –Semi-Detached | 2.5% | 12.6% | 4.2% |
| –Apartments | 2.5% | 14.3% | 5.4% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,339 | 1,863 | 1,330 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 330 | 375 | 300 |
| –$0-149/wk | 2.7% | 7.3% | 5.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 54.5% | 33.4% | 61.8% |
| –$350-649/wk | 42.7% | 50.9% | 32.4% |
| –$650-949/wk | 0.0% | 6.6% | 0.4% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 1.8% | 0.1% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 790 | 1,189 | 677 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 27.7% | 24.6% | 29.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 29.6% | 21.5% | 28.9% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 535 | 10,142,077 | 20,494 |
| Median Household Size | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.3 |
| Total Households (Census) | 515 | 9,275,217 | 19,642 |
| –Lone Person Households | 27.1% | 25.6% | 30.7% |
| –Group Households | 1.9% | 3.9% | 3.2% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 70.7% | 70.5% | 66.1% |
| –Couple with Children | 21.3% | 31.4% | 20.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 32.0% | 26.8% | 31.1% |
| –One Parent Family | 16.5% | 11.1% | 13.4% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 2.2 | 1.6 | 2 |
| Currently Married | 40.9% | 46.5% | 41.5% |
| Never Married | 31.8% | 36.5% | 34.0% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 8.6% | 30.4% | 14.8% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 5.1% | 20.0% | 10.8% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 1.8% | 7.6% | 2.1% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 7.8% | 10.8% | 9.7% |
| –Certificate | 33.5% | 22.0% | 33.6% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 50.2% | 36.8% | 41.9% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 11,054 | 34 |
| Total School Attendance | 128 | 4,176,099 | 7,005 |
| ICSEA Score | 896 | 1,001 | 908 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 5 | 100 | 15 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frederickton Public School | Primary | 128 | 896 | 1.10 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
5.7km · score 43
Hospital
29km · score 45
Shopping Centre
28km · score 49
Banks
5.7km · score 48
Pharmacy
5.7km · score 37
Fitness Centre
31km · score 43
Schools
4.0km · score 41
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 23 | 171,981 | 878 |
| Routes | 15 | 12,966 | 169 |
| Weekly Trips | 147 | 1,140,068 | 1,974 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 165 | 235 | 397 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 168 | 7,586 | 250 |
| Population per Stop | 69 | 161 | 61 |
| Population per Trip | 10.8 | 24.3 | 27.1 |
| Population per Route | 106 | 2,136 | 316 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 39 | 100 | 29 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.5 | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 6.6% | 23.9% | 12.1% |
| Single Mode Commute | 93.4% | 73.8% | 87.1% |
| Two Mode | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| –Car | 96.8% | 84.1% | 93.0% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 4.9% | 0.1% |
| –Bus | 0.7% | 3.6% | 0.6% |
| –Walk | 1.0% | 3.7% | 4.6% |
| –Cycle | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 46.9% | 55.7% | 46.5% |
| Need for Assistance | 17.9% | 5.8% | 9.4% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 53.0% | 69.8% | 58.0% |
| One Long Term Condition | 26.1% | 20.5% | 25.0% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 10.4% | 6.4% | 10.1% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 10.4% | 3.3% | 6.9% |
| –Arthritis | 13.5% | 7.7% | 12.2% |
| –Asthma | 9.2% | 7.4% | 8.2% |
| –Cancer | 3.7% | 2.6% | 3.8% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 3.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| –Diabetes | 5.9% | 4.3% | 5.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 5.9% | 3.6% | 5.4% |
| –Kidney Disease | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| –Lung Condition | 3.5% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 9.1% | 8.0% | 9.7% |
| –Stroke | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| –Other Condition | 8.7% | 7.3% | 7.8% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 7.6% | 29.3% | 9.5% |
| Born in Australia | 92.4% | 70.7% | 90.5% |
| Australian Citizens | 95.0% | 83.8% | 88.6% |
| Speak English Only | 96.2% | 76.4% | 96.6% |
| Speak Other Language | 3.8% | 23.6% | 3.4% |
| Indigenous Population | 7.7% | 2.2% | 7.5% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.4% | 2.6% | 0.8% |
| –Christianity | 63.1% | 47.5% | 54.2% |
| –Hinduism | 0.7% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| –Islam | 0.0% | 3.5% | 0.1% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| –Other | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.7% |
| –No Religion | 35.1% | 41.6% | 43.8% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Frederickton | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 48 | 38 | 49 |
| Largest Age Group | 65 to 74 | 25 to 34 | 65 to 74 |
| Children (0-14) | 16.7% | 17.5% | 16.4% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 51.9% | 64.7% | 54.9% |
| Seniors (65+) | 31.5% | 17.8% | 28.7% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 4.0% | 16.0% | 13.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 93.0% | 55.0% | 82.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Frederickton currently has no childcare facilities operating within its bounds. With projected population growth of 16.1% between now and 2041, and 17.2% in the under 5 age group in particular. As well as this projected growth, other factors worth noting are lower female labour force participation of 42.5%, as well as lower quartile employment and income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 8.5 per 100 residents with 128 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. A lower-than-typical rate which suggests pressure might be taken off local services somewhat by school hubs in nearby areas. Rather unsurprisingly, out of school hours child care - serving school age children - was found to be much more abundant than other service types in the area. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally.
5 school catchments intersect Frederickton (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 1,929 children aged under 5 reside, served by 1,032 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.9 children per place, with significant variance in this ratio. Meanwhile, the discrepancy in this ratio between Frederickton and the intersecting school catchments highlights the need for a catchment based approach for specific site assessments.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts