Greenacre (NSW)

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Drawing from Australian Bureau of Statistics population updates for the wider region alongside newly validated addresses recorded by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Greenacre has an estimated resident cohort of 27,650 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,336 people (5.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the head count stood at 26,314 people. This adjustment is calculated based on a resident figure of 27,592, which Districts projected after reviewing the ABS June 2025 Estimated Resident Population release, supplemented by 25 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 3,716 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the top quartile of all national areas evaluated by Districts. The post-census expansion of 5.1% in the suburb of Greenacre is within 2.0 percentage points of the state average of 7.1%, showcasing competitive growth dynamics. The expansion was largely propelled by overseas arrivals, who accounted for approximately 62.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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Greenacre features a capable labor pool that spans multiple industries and exhibits an unemployment rate of 10.9% alongside an estimated employment growth of 2.7% during the previous twelve months, according to Districts' compilation of statistical area information. On March 2026, the local labor force contained 10,392 individuals actively employed, while the local unemployment rate reached 6.8%, which sits 4.1 percentage points higher than the Greater Sydney average. The area’s workforce participation rate also falls behind the metropolitan benchmark, recording 54.4% against Greater Sydney’s 69.1%. Census survey results indicate that a large share of 35.1% of residents engage in remote work, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdown measures on these figures should be taken into account.

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According to the latest ATO postcode-level tax statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Greenacre earned a median income of $38,971 and an average income of $52,804. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, and compare with a median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would stand at roughly $42,993 for the median and $58,253 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed individual incomes at the 3rd percentile ($495 weekly), whereas household incomes ranked higher at the 32nd percentile. In terms of earnings distribution, the largest cohort accounts for 29.4% of residents (8,129 people) earning between and which closely aligns with the Greater Sydney rate of in the same bracket. Housing costs present a major challenge, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the rd percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the residential mix in the suburb of Greenacre consisted of 63.3% standalone houses and 36.8% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes, townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 55.9% houses and 44.1% alternative formats across Greater Sydney. Homeownership rates were higher than the metropolitan average at 31.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (34.7%) or tenants renting (33.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,275 was lower than the Greater Sydney average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $420, compared to $470 across the metro area. On a national scale, mortgage costs are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels sit above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 79.7%, consisting of couples with children at 48.1%, couples without children at 15.0%, and single parents at 15.5%. The remaining 20.3% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 18.6% and group shared housing at 1.7%. The local median household size of 3.4 occupants is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment levels present challenges, with university completion rates at 25.1%, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This profile highlights areas of need as well as opportunities for targeted educational programs. Among residents with tertiary degrees, Bachelor degrees account for 17.5%, postgraduate studies make up 6.4%, and graduate diplomas represent 1.2%. Technical and vocational skills are well represented, with 26.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 16.1%.

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Public transport options include 187 active stops throughout the suburb of Greenacre, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 28 separate routes that combine to offer 1,912 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is excellent, with residents living an average of 145 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, many workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 85%, followed by train travel at 7%. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 35.1%, worked from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators are generally positive, with analysis of mortality rates and medical conditions showing outcomes that align with national averages. The incidence of common health issues is low among the general population, though it rises above national levels among older, higher-risk cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is low, with only about 48% of the population (~13,238 people) holding coverage, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Greenacre ranks among the most culturally diverse locations in Australia, with 43.0% of its residents born outside the country and 71.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Islam is the most common religious affiliation, followed by 51.2% of the population, compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney.

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With a median age of 33, the suburb of Greenacre is younger than Greater Sydney at 37 and Australia as a whole at 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, there is a higher concentration of children aged 5 to 14 (15.8%) and a lower percentage of young adults aged 25 to 34 (12.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 15.1% to 16.7%, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 16.8% to 15.8%. Projections for 2041 point to significant demographic shifts, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to see the highest growth at , adding people to reach . Aging trends are set to continue, with seniors aged and older representing of the projected population growth, while the youth cohorts aged to and to are expected to decrease in size.

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Greenacre currently has an estimated 1,797 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 1,075 children aged 0-2 and 716 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 4% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 1,650 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 3,420. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.9 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.