Oakville (NSW)

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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new address points validated by Districts since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Oakville has reached approximately 2,919 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 892 residents (44.0%) compared to the 2,027 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from an estimated resident population of 2,864, determined by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 650 newly validated addresses registered since the Census. Such a population count translates to a density of 192 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and potential capacity for future expansion. The suburb of Oakville's 44.0% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state average (7.1%) and the Greater Sydney region, positioning it as a key local growth pocket. Natural increase was the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 48.0% of the population gains in recent times, though net gains from overseas and interstate migration also remained positive.

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Oakville benefits from a qualified local workforce, with building and construction trades showing strong representation. The local unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, following an estimated employment expansion of 7.2% over the previous year, according to Districts regional aggregations. In March 2026, 1,717 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate tracking 1.1% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is notably high at 75.0%, compared to 69.1% across the Greater Sydney metro area. Census records also indicate that 32.2% of working residents operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions in place at the time.

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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics for the financial year 2023 indicate that personal incomes in the suburb of Oakville sit slightly above national averages, with a median of $56,844 and an average of $69,005. This is lower than the Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average). Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $62,710 for the median and $76,126 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed local household incomes in the 86th percentile, averaging $2,368 per week. The income distribution shows that 29.3% of residents (855 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider district where of earners fall into this bracket. A significant group of high earners, representing of the population with weekly incomes exceeding indicates strong local financial capacity. After meeting mortgage and rent commitments, households retain of their income, indicating high disposable income levels, with the area ranking in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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Residential property types in Oakville at the time of the last Census consisted of 98.8% standalone houses and 1.2% alternative options like semi-detached dwellings or apartments, contrasting with the broader Sydney metropolitan mix of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other housing types. The rate of outright home ownership was high at 54.9%, with the remaining properties split between mortgaged homes (29.0%) and rental properties (16.1%). The median mortgage payment in the area was $2,500 per month, exceeding the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median rent was recorded at $600 per week, compared to $470 across Sydney metro. On a national level, Oakville's mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit above the countrywide average of $375.

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Families comprise the vast majority of local households at 85.7%, consisting of couples with children at 47.2%, couples without children at 28.9%, and single parents at 8.3%. Non-family households represent the remaining 14.3%, with single-occupant homes accounting for 13.8% and group households making up 0.7%. The typical household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The community has lower rates of tertiary education than the wider region, with university qualification levels at 16.9% compared to the SA4 average of 40.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 11.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational and practical qualifications are prominent, with 40.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding a trade certificate or diploma, split between advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (30.4%).

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Analysis of transit networks shows 18 active passenger transport stops in Oakville, consisting of bus services. These stops support 32 distinct routes, which provide a total of 231 passenger services each week. Local transit accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 569 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to external employment hubs. Private cars are the primary mode of travel at 93%, with 5% of residents walking to work. Vehicle ownership stands at 2.6 cars per household, higher than the regional average. A high proportion of residents, at 32.2%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.

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General health metrics show positive outcomes in Oakville, based on Districts analysis of local death rates and the incidence of long-term illnesses, which reveals low rates of chronic conditions across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is held by approximately 54% of the population, representing about 1,582 people, compared to a higher rate of 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Cultural diversity metrics in Oakville align closely with regional averages. Citizens make up 91.8% of the community, while 83.1% of residents were born in Australia, and 86.1% speak only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 75.5% of the local population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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With a median age of 44, Oakville's population is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 11.9% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 demographic is smaller at 10.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 13.8% to 15.5%, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 6.1% to 7.3%. Conversely, children aged 0 to 4 decreased from 4.2% to 3.2% of the population. Demographic projections indicate the local age profile will shift by led by the to cohort, which is expected to expand by (adding people) to reach up from .

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Oakville currently has an estimated 93 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 89 children aged 0-2 and 60 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 76% by 2041 (to approximately 164 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 338. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.