Gobbagombalin (NSW)

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Based on an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside newly validated addresses recorded by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Gobbagombalin has an estimated population of approximately 2,859 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 675 residents (30.9%) since the 2021 Census, which documented 2,184 people. The calculation is derived from the resident population of 2,832, which was calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 368 new addresses confirmed since the Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 66 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per resident and capacity for future expansion. The suburb of Gobbagombalin grew by 30.9% since the 2021 census, outperforming the SA4 region (2.2%) as well as the SA3 area, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Natural growth was the primary driver, accounting for roughly of the overall population gains in recent times, though interstate and overseas migration also contributed positively.

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The local workforce is highly educated, featuring strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.9% over the past year, according to Districts compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 1,561 employed residents, while the unemployment rate sits 2.7% lower than the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%, and labour force participation is exceptionally high at 79.2% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. According to Census data, a modest 9.2% of workers operated from home, though the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in Gobbagombalin stands at $75,490 and the average is $88,788. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $83,281 for the median and $97,951 for the average as of March 2026. Census figures from 2021 show that household, family, and personal incomes in the area rank highly, placing between the 90th and 92nd percentiles nationwide. Income distribution data shows that the largest segment comprises 50.7% of residents (1,449 people) earning in the - range, mirroring regional patterns where occupy the same bracket. The high proportion of top earners, with making over /week, indicates strong purchasing power in the community. Housing expenses account for of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the th percentile, and the area ranks in the th decile for SEIFA income.

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At the time of the most recent Census, the distribution of dwelling types in Gobbagombalin consisted of 97.1% standalone houses and 2.9% other options like townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional NSW where houses make up 82.6% and other dwellings comprise 17.4%. Home ownership in Gobbagombalin was lower than the regional rate, standing at 10.9%, with the remaining properties either under a mortgage (59.4%) or being rented (29.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,924 was much higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $410 compared to $330 in Regional NSW. Nationally, mortgage payments in Gobbagombalin exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.

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Family units represent the vast majority of households at 78.7%, consisting of couples with children at 46.6%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single-parent homes at 5.2%. The remaining 21.3% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 13.0% and group housing making up 8.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.9 individuals exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Rates of educational attainment in Gobbagombalin are well above regional benchmarks, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 18.7% in the SA4 region and 20.4% in the SA3 area. This significant educational margin positions the community well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 26.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 37.8% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (26.6%).

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Public transit analysis shows 17 active stops servicing Gobbagombalin, offering bus connections. These stops are served by 10 distinct routes, providing a combined 188 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 165 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a major residential community, most workers commute out of the suburb, and private cars remain the primary method of travel for 98% of commuters. Dwellings average 1.8 vehicles, which is above the regional average. A relatively low 9.2% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Gobbagombalin displays positive health trends based on Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, with low rates of common health conditions observed in both young and old cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is extremely high, covering approximately 62% of the population (1,771 people). This is higher than the 51.9% recorded across Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

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Gobbagombalin ranks above average for cultural diversity, with 17.1% of residents born outside of Australia and 16.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 54.1% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism at 4.2% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW.

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With a median age of 27, Gobbagombalin is significantly younger than the Regional NSW median of 43 and well below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, Gobbagombalin has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (27.9%) but a lower share of those aged 55 - 64 (2.7%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also far higher than the national average of 14.6%. The local population has grown younger since the 2021 Census, with the median age dropping 1.0 years from 28 to 27. Specifically, the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 26.5% to 27.9% of the population, and the to cohort grew from to . In contrast, the to cohort fell from to , and the to group declined from to . Demographic models project that Gobbagombalin's age structure will change significantly by with the to group expected to grow by people (), rising from to .

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Gobbagombalin currently has an estimated 417 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 124 children aged 0-2 and 82 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 37% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 58% by 2041 (to approximately 658 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 335. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.9 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.