Lochinvar (NSW)

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According to the latest calculations from Districts utilising ABS updates and new validated street addresses, the suburb of Lochinvar has an estimated 3,279 residents in May 2026. This indicates a rise of 2,184 residents (199.5%) since the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 1,095 people. This shift is derived from a resident baseline of 3,252 calculated after assessing the June 2025 ABS ERP release, supplemented by 1,102 validated new addresses. The resulting density corresponds to 149 persons per square kilometer, which leaves ample physical space and opportunity for further building. The suburb of Lochinvar outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the broader state, establishing itself as a premier growth zone. The main driver of this expansion was relocation from other states, which accounted for approximately 68.0% of total gains, though positive contributions were also made by overseas arrivals and natural increase.

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Data compiled by Districts shows the suburb of Lochinvar has a balanced distribution of white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with notable representation in industrial and manufacturing fields. The jobless rate sits at a low 2.3%, and overall employment grew by an estimated 19.4% over the past year. In March 2026, there were 2,038 working residents, and the local unemployment rate is 1.8% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is extremely high, reaching 83.5% compared to the regional benchmark of 60.6%. Census figures indicate 23.2% of workers performed their duties from home, though this may reflect temporary pandemic restrictions.

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ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that household earnings in the suburb of Lochinvar are positioned very high on a national scale, with a median of $61,021 and an average of $76,965. This is considerably higher than the Regional NSW median of $52,390 and average of $65,215. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year estimates current figures at $67,318 (median) and $84,908 (average) as of March 2026. The weekly median household income of $2,287 places the area in the 82nd percentile. The largest single bracket consists of 35.5% of the population (1,164 people) earning $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the 29.9% recorded in this bracket regionally. High earners making over weekly account for of the population, demonstrating strong local economic capacity. Housing costs consume of total earnings, leaving residents in the th percentile for disposable income, while the SEIFA index puts the area in the th decile.

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The local housing profile at the latest Census consisted of 96.5% standalone houses and 3.5% alternative dwellings (townhouses, apartments, or other configurations), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership stands at 35.6%, which is lower than the Regional NSW average, with mortgaged properties representing 52.4% and rentals comprising 12.0%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 is higher than the Regional NSW average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent of $370 exceeds the regional benchmark of $330. Nationally, mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rents sit below the national average of $375.

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Families comprise 83.5% of local households, consisting of couples with children (39.3%), couples without children (31.2%), and single parents (10.8%). The remaining 16.5% consists of non-family households, including single-person homes (15.4%) and group living situations (1.4%). The median household size of 2.8 individuals exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Local academic indicators show that university attainment is quite low, with only 16.0% of residents holding a tertiary degree compared to the NSW average of 32.2%. Among these, bachelor degrees account for 11.2%, postgraduate credentials make up 2.7%, and graduate diplomas represent 2.1%. In contrast, vocational and technical qualifications are highly common, with 49.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a credential, split between advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificate-level training (36.7%).

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Transport analysis indicates there are 28 active train and bus stops in the suburb of Lochinvar. These stops are served by 64 separate routes, which provide a total of 721 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is strong, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 168 meters. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of working residents travel elsewhere, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 97% of commuters. Dwellings average 2.1 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. In addition, 23.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.

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Based on local mortality and chronic illness rates, there are clear health challenges, though common ailments are spread across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of residents (~1,879 people) holding cover, compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW.

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Cultural diversity is below the regional average, with citizens representing 92.1% of the population, 93.1% born in Australia, and 96.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 63.5% of residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 39 in the suburb of Lochinvar is younger than the Regional NSW average of 43 and aligns closely with the national median of 38. The suburb has a larger share of 25 - 34 year-olds (15.2%) than the region, but a smaller share of 65 - 74 year-olds (7.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the median age has fallen by 1.1 years from 40 to 39, showing a shift toward a younger demographic. Key shifts include the 25 to 34 age bracket increasing from 12.7% to 15.2%, while the 65 to 74 bracket fell from 10.6% to 7.9% and the 55 to 64 bracket decreased from to . Demographic projections indicate significant changes by with the to cohort expected to grow by people (), rising from to .

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Lochinvar currently has an estimated 291 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 145 children aged 0-2 and 97 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 238% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 91% by 2041 (to approximately 557 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 395. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 16.6 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.