Gledswood Hills (NSW)

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According to investigations of ABS population updates for the wider region and recently verified locations by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Gledswood Hills has an estimated population of approximately 10,717 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 4,605 people (75.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,112 individuals. The variation is derived from a resident population of 10,635, computed by Districts utilizing the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) along with a further 761 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level yields a density ratio of 1,847 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average observed across national areas evaluated by Districts. The 75.3% growth rate for the suburb of Gledswood Hills since the 2021 census outpaced the state (7.1%) and Greater Sydney, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. Population expansion in the locality was chiefly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly of total population gains in recent times, though all factors including natural growth and overseas migration remained positive contributors.

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The suburb of Gledswood Hills has a highly qualified labor force, with essential services industries well represented, an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, and an estimated 11.2% growth in employment over the past year, according to Districts compilation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 7,628 residents are employed, which is an unemployment rate 2.7% below the Greater Sydney rate of 4.1%, and labor force participation is significantly above typical levels (100.8% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census records indicate a high 39.7% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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According to Districts' compilation of the most recent postcode level ATO data published for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Gledswood Hills had a median income of $65,051, while the average income was $74,128. This exceeds the national average and contrasts with levels of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $71,764 (median) and $81,778 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data reveals household, family, and personal earnings all position highly for the suburb of Gledswood Hills, falling between the 90th and 94th percentiles across the country. In terms of income distribution, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly wage bracket contains of the community ( individuals), matching broader metropolitan patterns where are in the same bracket. A notable earn in excess of weekly, pointing to areas of affluence that support strong local commerce. High housing expenses absorb of income, yet strong earnings still place disposable income at the nd percentile, and the area's SEIFA income score positions it in the th decile.

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The mix of housing in the suburb of Gledswood Hills at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.6% houses and 2.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and 'other' dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Gledswood Hills lagged behind the Sydney metro average, standing at 10.3%, with the remaining properties either mortgaged (66.7%) or rented (23.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Sydney metro average at $2,730, while the median weekly rent was documented at $540, compared to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Gledswood Hills are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are considerably above the national benchmark of $375.

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Family households make up the vast majority at 90.1% of all households, consisting of 58.1% couples with children, 23.6% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 9.9%, with single person households at 8.7% and group households making up 1.1% of the total. The median household size of 3.3 individuals is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The educational profile of the suburb of Gledswood Hills is prominent in the region, with university qualification levels (30.9% of residents aged 15+) surpassing the SA4 region average of 21.4% and the SA3 area average of 22.6%, showcasing the community's focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.2%, followed by postgraduate credentials (7.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 36.8% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.3%) and certificates (23.5%).

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Public transit assessment shows 33 active transit stops functioning in the suburb of Gledswood Hills, consisting of a combination of buses. These stops are served by 30 unique routes, which combined offer 1,740 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents generally positioned 202 meters from the nearest transit stop. Being a primarily residential locality, most residents travel outwards for work, with cars remaining the main transit mode at 89%, and 8% utilizing the train. Car ownership averages 1.8 per household, exceeding the regional average. A high 39.7% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 circumstances).

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Assessment of health indicators demonstrates positive results throughout the suburb of Gledswood Hills, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic condition prevalence, which shows very low rates of common health conditions across all age brackets, and the level of private health insurance is very high at approximately 56% of the overall population (~6,025 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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The suburb of Gledswood Hills is more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 29.9% of its residents born overseas and 34.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, which represents 60.4% of the population. However, the most notable overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 8.5% of the population, compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney.

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With a median age of 32 years, the suburb of Gledswood Hills has a population that is notably younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and also significantly below the national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Gledswood Hills has a higher proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (22.0%) but fewer seniors aged 75 - 84 (1.2%). This concentration of 35 - 44 year-olds is well above the national figure of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data indicates the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 9.1% to 11.2% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 20.0% to . In contrast, the to age bracket decreased from to and the to group declined from to . Demographic modeling indicates the age distribution in the suburb of Gledswood Hills will change substantially by . The to cohort displays the strongest projected growth at , adding residents to reach a total of . Conversely, the number of residents in the to age bracket is projected to decrease by .

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Gledswood Hills currently has an estimated 1,093 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 656 children aged 0-2 and 438 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 39% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 1,121 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,503. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.2 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.