Newington (NSW)

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Following examination of ABS demographic releases for the wider region alongside newly verified addresses from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Newington (NSW) has an estimated population of 5,693 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 45 residents (0.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 5,648 individuals. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 5,693, modeled by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP numbers from June 2025 and 11 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This level of residency yields a density of 6,121 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top 10% of all national areas evaluated by Districts and highlighting local land as a highly sought-after resource. Demographic expansion was largely fueled by overseas arrivals, who comprised approximately 70.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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Newington is characterized by a highly qualified labor force, particularly in the professional services sector, with a low unemployment rate of 1.6% and a 3.8% increase in estimated employment over the course of the past year, according to Districts regional data aggregates. In March 2026, there were 3,584 working residents, and the unemployment rate sat 2.5% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is notably elevated at 80.0% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census records show that a high proportion of residents, 56.5%, performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods.

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According to the latest postcode ATO data compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, Newington records a median taxpayer income of $60,075 and an average taxpayer income of $71,649. This exceeds the national average, though it sits below the median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 recorded across Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of approximately $66,275 and an average income of $79,043 as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Newington in high percentiles nationally, specifically between the 84th and 90th percentiles. Income distribution figures show that the largest bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, containing of residents ( people), which aligns closely with metropolitan trends where of the population falls into this category. Financial strength is evident, with of households earning weekly incomes above which helps support consumer spending. High housing outlays absorb of local income, but strong earnings keep disposable income levels at the th percentile, and the area's SEIFA income index places it in the th decile.

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According to the most recent Census, the housing stock in Newington consisted of 39.0% separate houses and 61.1% other dwelling types, such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative housing. This compares to the wider Sydney metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% separate houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Newington was slightly lower than the Sydney metropolitan average, sitting at 26.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (41.9%) or renting tenants (31.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was recorded at $2,500, and the median weekly rent was $560, compared to Sydney metropolitan figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, Newington's mortgage outlays are considerably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of local households at 82.0%, consisting of couples with children at 49.7%, couples without children at 23.2%, and single-parent households at 8.3%. Non-family households represent the remaining 18.0% of the total, with single-person households making up 16.3% and group households comprising 1.7%. The median size of a household is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational profiles in Newington are notably higher than regional and national averages, with 52.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% across NSW. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the community well for professional and knowledge-based careers. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 33.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational education accounts for 20.3% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 9.7%.

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Analysis of the local transit network shows 27 active transport stops operating in Newington, consisting of bus services. These stops are serviced by 8 distinct bus routes, which combined provide 2,448 passenger journeys each week. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 168 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, the majority of working residents travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 78%, followed by trains at 9% and walking at 5%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles. A high proportion of residents, 56.5%, worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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Health assessments indicate excellent wellbeing outcomes in Newington, based on Districts analysis of mortality rates and chronic illness indicators, showing a very low incidence of common health issues across every age range. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, sitting at approximately 55% of the population, which corresponds to around 3,145 people. This compares to 59.9% of residents across Greater Sydney.

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Newington ranks as one of the most culturally diverse locations in the nation, with 50.1% of its population born outside of Australia and 53.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion in the suburb, practiced by 47.9% of residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 4.8% of the population, compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age in Newington is 39 years, which is slightly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and close to the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, the 45 - 54 age group is highly represented at 17.9% of the population, while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented at 8.9%. This concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 is significantly higher than the national average of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the average age of residents has increased by 1.0 years, with the median rising from 38 to 39. Notable changes include the 55 to 64 age group growing from 10.2% to 12.4% of the population, and the 75 to cohort increasing from to . In contrast, the to age bracket decreased from to , and the to age group fell from to . By the demographic profile is projected to shift, with the to cohort expected to grow by ( people), rising from to . Conversely, the to and to cohorts are projected to experience population decreases.

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Newington currently has an estimated 239 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 136 children aged 0-2 and 89 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 24% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 28% by 2041 (to approximately 172 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 564. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.4 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.