Meadowbank (NSW)

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According to the analysis of geographical demographic updates from the ABS and fresh residential addresses verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Meadowbank (NSW) has a population of approximately 6,204 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,115 individuals (21.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 5,089 residents. This shift is calculated from the resident count of 6,190 determined by Districts utilizing the June 2025 release of estimated resident population figures from the ABS alongside 67 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. With these numbers, the suburb of Meadowbank (NSW) reaches a density of 8,991 persons per square kilometer, positioning it in the highest 10% of all Australian areas evaluated by Districts, demonstrating that regional land is highly prized. The 21.9% expansion rate of the suburb of Meadowbank (NSW) since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader Greater Sydney region and the state average of 7.1%, establishing it as a primary regional growth center. The expansion was largely propelled by arrivals from overseas, who made up about of the total population growth in recent times.

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The local workforce in Meadowbank is characterized by high levels of education, with a notable concentration of professionals in the technology field, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.0% over the preceding year based on Districts calculations of regional data. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,370, while the local unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and labor market participation was exceptionally strong, reaching 81.4% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census responses indicated that a substantial 57.6% of employed locals performed their duties from home, though this figure should be interpreted with caution due to the influence of pandemic lockdowns.

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Based on compiled tax data from the ATO at the postcode level for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Meadowbank recorded a median income of $67,661 and an average income of $87,529. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale and exceed the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Applying the Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% recorded since the 2023 financial year, current local estimates would stand at approximately $74,644 for the median and $96,562 for the average as of March 2026. Weekly personal earnings from the 2021 Census are also high, ranking in the 90th percentile nationally at $1,184. Looking at the distribution of earnings, the largest bracket comprises 37.1% of residents (2,301 people) who earn between and mirroring the regional pattern where of the population falls into this range. High housing expenses demand of local earnings, yet strong wages preserve disposable income levels at the th percentile nationally, and the area ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA index for income.

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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Meadowbank consisted of 2.3% standalone houses and 97.6% multi-unit options such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative dwellings, contrasting with the Sydney metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Meadowbank was lower than the metropolitan average, sitting at 13.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (26.7%) or tenants renting their homes (60.4%). The median monthly home loan repayment of $2,148 was lower than the Sydney metro average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $430 compared to $470 across the metro region. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Meadowbank exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the countrywide figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 58.2%, consisting of couples with children at 18.9%, couples without children at 31.7%, and single parent households at 6.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 41.8% of properties, with individuals living alone representing 37.0% and group households making up 4.8%. The median household size stands at 2.0 people, which is smaller than the average of 2.7 recorded across Greater Sydney.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Meadowbank is considerably higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 62.4% of individuals aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% throughout NSW. This high level of academic attainment places the area in a strong position for white-collar and knowledge-based jobs. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 38.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 21.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational education accounts for 18.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and older, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 9.1%.

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Public transport infrastructure in Meadowbank includes 12 active transit stops providing bus, train, and ferry services. These stops accommodate 15 distinct routes, which together provide 8,263 passenger journeys each week. Local access is strong, with residents living an average of 196 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport mode at 60%, followed by train travel at 28%. Car ownership stands at 0.5 vehicles per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 57.6%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic-era restrictions.

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Health indicators for the population of Meadowbank show exceptional results, with Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic illness rates pointing to a low occurrence of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is high, covering approximately 61% of residents (3,812 people) compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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Meadowbank ranks among the most multicultural communities in Australia, with 60.1% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 61.3% born in another country. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 37.9% of the population. However, the most pronounced religious concentration relative to regional averages is Hinduism, which is practiced by 8.6% of residents compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age in Meadowbank is 34 years, which is slightly younger than the Greater Sydney median of 37 and younger than the national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Sydney, there is a higher concentration of young adults aged 25 to 34 (31.7%) and a lower proportion of children aged 5 to 14 (5.3%). The proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 8.4% to 10.0%, while the group aged 0 to 4 shrank from 6.8% to 5.3% and the cohort aged 35 to fell from to . Long-term forecasts for point to significant demographic shifts, with the to age bracket projected to grow the fastest at , adding residents to reach . Residents aged and older are expected to account for of total population growth, reflecting local aging trends, while the number of children aged to and to is projected to decrease.

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Meadowbank currently has an estimated 328 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 176 children aged 0-2 and 117 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 311 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 454. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.9 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.