Holroyd (NSW)

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Based on Districts' analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) population updates for the broader area, as of February 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Holroyd is around 1,582. This reflects an increase of 334 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,248 people, marking a growth rate of 26.8%. Districts' estimate is inferred from the resident population of 1,442, as calculated following examination of the latest Estimated Residential Population data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional one validated new address since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,164 persons per square kilometer, placing Holroyd in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by Districts. The suburb's growth rate exceeded both the state (7.8%) and Greater Sydney averages since the 2021 Census, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 66.0% of overall population gains during recent periods for Holroyd.

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Holroyd has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. The unemployment rate was 9.6% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 4.2%. As of December 2025677 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 5.4%, higher than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

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Districts' latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Holroyd's median income among taxpayers is $57,878. The average income in the suburb is $72,401. Nationally, the median income is lower at $56,950 and the average is $86,312. In Greater Sydney, the median income is $60,817 and the average is $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Holroyd would be approximately $63,006 (median) and $78,816 (average) as of September 2025. Census data indicates household, family and personal incomes in Holroyd are around the 59th percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows 33.8% of the population fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which is similar to metropolitan regions where occupy this range. High housing costs consume of income in Holroyd. Despite this, disposable income ranks at the nd percentile nationally and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Holroyd's dwelling structure at its latest Census showed 17.8% houses and 82.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Holroyd stood at 13.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.7% and rented ones at 50.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,166, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Holroyd was $450, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Holroyd's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,166 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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Family households account for 76.2% of all households, including 40.0% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.8%, with lone person households at 20.4% and group households comprising 3.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Holroyd's residents aged 15+ have a higher proportion with university qualifications (44.6%) compared to Australia (30.4%) and NSW (32.2%). Bachelor degrees are the most common (28.1%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (15.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Vocational pathways account for 23.4%, with advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 11.5%. Educational participation is high, with 31.2% currently enrolled in formal education.

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Public transport analysis indicates four active stops operating within Holroyd, serving a mix of bus routes. Seven individual routes service these stops, collectively facilitating 949 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents located an average of 239 meters from the nearest stop. As predominantly residential, most residents commute outward. Car remains the primary mode at 70%, followed by train at 17% and bus at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, below the regional average.

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Analysis of health metrics indicates strong performance across Holroyd, based on Districts' assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were low among the general population, nearing the national average for older, at-risk cohorts.

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Holroyd has a culturally diverse population, with 59.5% born overseas and 71.5% speaking languages other than English at home. Islam is the predominant religion in Holroyd, comprising 32.9%, compared to 6.8% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Other (39.1%), Indian (9.8%), and Chinese (9.6%), all substantially higher than regional averages of 16.0%, 3.6%, and 3.5% respectively.

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Holroyd's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and considerably younger than Australia's 38 years. Relative to Greater Sydney, Holroyd has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 at 22.4%, but fewer residents aged 15-24 at 8.1%. This 25-34 concentration is well above the national average of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 65 to 74 has grown from 5.6% to 6.8%, while the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 24.9% to 22.4%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Holroyd, with the strongest projected growth in the to age group at , adding residents to reach . In contrast, the to age group shows minimal growth of just ( people).

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Holroyd currently has an estimated 177 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 77 children aged 0-2 and 52 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 29% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 191 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 148. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.1 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.