Narrawallee (NSW)

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Drawing on ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new address data verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Narrawallee has a projected population of approximately 1,500 in May 2026. This represents a minor increase of 13 residents (0.9%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 1,487 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 1,481, calculated by Districts using the ABS release from June 2025 (ERP data) and an additional 39 verified new addresses since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 424 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment with capacity for future growth. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Narrawallee has shown steady demographic patterns with a 1.4% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA3 average. Growth in the local population was largely underpinned by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 65.0% of all population increases in recent times.

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The suburb of Narrawallee possesses a skilled workforce, with a strong presence in essential services and an unemployment rate of 4.8% according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 539 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 0.7% higher than the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%, while workforce participation is notably lower at 46.4% compared to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates that a moderate 17.4% of working residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Narrawallee have a median income of $43,989 and an average income of $58,880. This is below the national average and compares to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $48,529 for the median and $64,956 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Narrawallee between the 20th and 21st percentiles nationwide. The income distribution shows that 27.9% of the community (418 people) falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings bracket, which aligns with the regional average of in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain of their income, ranking at the nd percentile nationally, while the local SEIFA income score falls within the th decile.

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Residential property types in the suburb of Narrawallee at the time of the last Census consisted of 95.5% separate houses and 4.5% alternative dwellings like townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership was higher than the regional average, with 51.5% owning outright, while the rest held mortgages (27.9%) or rented (20.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,733, matching the Regional NSW median, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $400, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Narrawallee are below the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 74.9%, consisting of couples with children at 21.7%, couples without children at 39.6%, and single-parent households at 12.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.1%, with single-person households at 24.1% and group houses at 1.4%. The median household size of 2.3 people is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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The educational profile of the suburb of Narrawallee is distinct from the broader region, with 26.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding university degrees compared to the SA3 average of 19.0%, showing a strong local attainment level. Bachelor degrees are held by 16.6% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational education is also widespread, with 42.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (30.6%).

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Analysis of public transit reveals 21 transport stops operating in the suburb of Narrawallee, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 6 different routes, which offer a combined total of 71 passenger trips each week. Transit access is rated highly, with residents generally living within 145 meters of the nearest stop. The locality is predominantly residential, meaning most working residents travel outside the suburb for work. Private vehicles are the main transport choice, used by 96% of commuters, and households average 1.5 vehicles. Around 17.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era travel restrictions.

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An evaluation of health indicators shows positive outcomes throughout the suburb of Narrawallee, based on mortality data and chronic disease tracking by Districts, with common ailments showing a low overall prevalence that increases slightly among older, higher-risk groups. The rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 50% of the population (~753 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Narrawallee is lower than average, with 86.1% of the population born in Australia, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 96.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 50.8% of the local population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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With a median age of 49, the suburb of Narrawallee is older than Regional NSW at 43 and well ahead of the national median of 38. Compared to the Regional NSW average, the 65 - 74 age group is heavily represented at 17.0% locally, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 7.3%. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is also higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket expanded from 10.0% to 11.3% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group declined from 16.0% to 13.4%. Demographic projections to indicate that the to group will grow significantly, increasing by people () from to . In contrast, the to age bracket is projected to increase by a modest ( people).

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Narrawallee currently has an estimated 93 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 43 children aged 0-2 and 28 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 11% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 28% by 2041 (to approximately 119 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 132. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.