Llanarth (NSW)

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Llanarth (NSW) is estimated to have a population of approximately 2,355 in May 2026, according to analysis of ABS updates and recent address validations by Districts. Compared to the 2,302 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 53 individuals, or 2.3%. This adjustment is derived from the 2,353 resident figure calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP data along with 9 verified new addresses established after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 961 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages for locations evaluated by Districts. The suburb of Llanarth (NSW) outpaced the broader SA4 region's 2.2% growth rate, leading expansion in the territory. Most of the recent growth was fueled by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 73.0% of the population expansion.

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The local workforce is highly educated and features a strong presence of essential service employees, alongside an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, based on Districts statistical aggregations. Employment figures for March 2026 show 1,357 working residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.7% lower than the Regional NSW mark of 4.1%. Workforce participation is unusually high at 73.5% compared to the regional benchmark of 60.6%. Census data indicates a moderate 15.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this may reflect temporary pandemic restrictions.

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Based on ATO taxpayer data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023, Llanarth registered a median taxpayer income of $66,517 and an average income of $80,224. These figures are exceptionally high by national standards and compare to regional NSW medians and averages of $52,390 and $65,215. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 stand at roughly $73,382 for the median and $88,503 for the average. The 2021 Census placed Llanarth household, family, and personal incomes in the 78th to 85th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows 36.2% of taxpayers (852 individuals) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, compared to in the wider region. Additionally, earn more than weekly, pointing to affluent pockets that support local commerce. Residents retain of their income after meeting housing costs, showing high disposable income, and the area sits in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing stock consisted of 100.0% detached houses and virtually no other dwelling types like townhouses or apartments, compared to Regional NSW where freestanding houses make up 82.6% and other dwellings comprise 17.4%. Home ownership rates in Llanarth reached 37.4%, which is slightly lower than the Regional NSW average, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (43.7%) or tenants (18.9%). The median mortgage repayment was $2,000 monthly, substantially higher than the regional average of $1,733, while median weekly rent was $440, compared to $330 regionally. On a national level, mortgage commitments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well above the countrywide figure of $375.

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Families represent the vast majority of households at 83.1%, consisting of couples with children at 39.0%, couples without children at 30.8%, and single parents at 12.5%. The remaining 16.9% are non-family households, including single-person households at 14.9% and group households at 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 persons, compared to the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Academic qualifications in Llanarth are significantly higher than regional averages, with 29.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 19.3% in the SA4 region and 21.3% across the Rest of NSW. This strong educational profile positions the community well for professional industries. Bachelor degrees are held by 19.3% of the cohort, postgraduate degrees by 6.8%, and graduate diplomas by 3.3%. Vocational training is also common, with 36.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical certificates, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (25.3%).

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Public transport services include 18 active bus stops within Llanarth. These stops accommodate 12 distinct routes, which combine to offer 207 passenger trips each week. Transport access is highly rated, with the average distance to a stop being 154 meters. Because the suburb is primarily residential, commuting is mostly outbound, and private vehicles remain the dominant mode of travel at 97%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.9 cars per household, exceeding the regional average. Around 15.0% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 guidelines.

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Public health metrics indicate favorable conditions for the community, with Districts mortality and illness data tracking close to national averages. The incidence of common medical conditions is low across all age groups, and private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, held by approximately 59% of the population (1,380 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW.

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The local population displays below-average cultural diversity, with 87.6% of residents born in Australia, 93.4% holding citizenship, and 93.0% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, practiced by 64.0% of the population, compared to 55.9% in Regional NSW.

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The median age of 38 matches the national average and is younger than the Regional NSW figure of 43. The 45 - 54 age bracket is strongly represented at 14.2%, whereas the 75 - 84 age group is smaller at 4.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 3.5% to 4.6% of the population, while the 5 to 14 group fell from 15.8% to 14.4% and the 45 to 54 group decreased from 15.4% to 14.2%. Long-term modeling suggests the age distribution will change substantially by 2041, led by a 62% increase in the to cohort, rising from to individuals, while the to and to groups are projected to contract.

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Llanarth currently has an estimated 150 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 96 children aged 0-2 and 64 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 27% by 2041 (to approximately 191 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 258. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.