Gwynneville (NSW)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census Gwynneville's population is estimated at around 3,232 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 93 people (3.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,139 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,231, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 12 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,565 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by Districts. Gwynneville's 3.0% growth since census positions it within 1.7 percentage points of the SA3 area (4.7%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 86.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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Workforce profiles show highly qualified residents, strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of 9.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.8% over the past year. As of March 2026, there are 1,657 working locals. The unemployment rate is 5.1% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, indicating room for economic improvement, while participation in the labor force is typical, sitting at 65.2% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a high proportion of employed residents, at 31.7%, performed their jobs from home, though this figure reflects the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.

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Postcode-level taxation data for financial year 2023 shows that the suburb of Gwynneville recorded a median taxpayer income of $39,329 and an average income of $53,079. These figures sit below national averages, and compare to regional standards of $52,390 for median and $65,215 for average income across Regional NSW. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 estimates current values at approximately $43,388 for median and $58,557 for average income as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, local household income is in the 28th percentile ($1,394 weekly), while individual income sits in the 12th percentile. The data shows that 26.7% of the population, representing 862 people, earn between $1,500 and which is close to the regional rate of . Housing affordability presents major challenges, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the nd percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the local income level in the th decile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Gwynneville at the time of the last Census consisted of 58.3% houses and 41.7% alternative housing options, such as townhouses, units, and other dwellings, compared to Regional NSW where houses make up 82.6% and other dwellings comprise 17.4%. Home ownership rates lagged the regional benchmark, sitting at 27.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (17.9%) or tenants renting their homes (54.9%). The median monthly home loan repayment was much higher than the regional average of $1,733, coming in at $2,250, while median weekly rent was $350 compared to the regional figure of $330. Nationally, local mortgage repayments are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rents are lower than the national median of $375.

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Family units represent 56.3% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 24.9%, couples without children at 19.9%, and single parent households at 10.3%. The remaining 43.7% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 28.0% and shared group households at 15.8%. The average household size is 2.6 residents, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Educational outcomes in the suburb of Gwynneville are exceptionally high, with 45.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.3% in the Rest of NSW and 25.2% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of qualified residents positions the area well for professional and knowledge-based jobs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common credential at 24.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 18.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational education accounts for 22.4% of credentials among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.6% and certificate qualifications at 14.8%.

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Public transport services include 40 active bus stops within the suburb of Gwynneville. These stops are served by 27 different routes, providing a total of 1,516 passenger trips per week. Transit access is high, with residents living an average of 100 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most working residents commute to other areas. Private cars are the primary method of travel at 81%, while 6% of residents walk to work and 5% commute by train. Car ownership is lower than the regional average, at 1.2 vehicles per home. Working from home was recorded for 31.7% of residents, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic conditions.

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Health profiles in the suburb of Gwynneville are positive, with low rates of chronic illness and mortality across both younger and older demographics. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 48% of the population, or about 1,550 residents, holding cover. This compares to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is high, with 36.9% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 40.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 42.0% of residents. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Islam, which accounts for 12.4% of the population, significantly higher than the Regional NSW average of 0.8%.

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The median age of 28 years is much lower than the Regional NSW median of 43 years, and younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, there is a higher concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34, who make up 25.1% of the population, but fewer residents aged 65 - 74, who represent 5.2%. This young adult bracket is also higher than the national rate of 14.6%. The local population has become younger since the 2021 Census, with the median age dropping 1.2 years from 29 to 28. Specifically, residents aged 25 to 34 increased from 21.3% to 25.1% of the total population, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from to and the to cohort dropped from to . Long-term forecasts to suggest significant demographic shifts, with the to cohort projected to grow by , adding residents to reach a total of .

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Gwynneville currently has an estimated 135 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 97 children aged 0-2 and 64 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 1% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 46% by 2041 (to approximately 197 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 253. Birth rates in the area have averaged 10.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.