Primbee (NSW)

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According to ABS demographic data and recent address updates verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Primbee had an estimated resident count of 1,620 in May 2026. This represents a minor reduction of 3 people (0.2%) from the 2021 Census count of 1,623. This projection was determined from an estimated population of 1,620 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 10 validated new addresses added post-Census. With these figures, the population density stands at 503 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for potential growth. Inward migration from overseas was the primary catalyst for population increases during the most recent periods.

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Primbee possesses a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of 9.3%, and 1.9% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 682 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 5.2% above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%, showing room for improvement, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (55.9% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 23.6% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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According to the latest postcode ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Primbee recorded a median income of $51,672 and an average income of $62,663. These figures are lower than national metrics and compare to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $57,005 for the median and $69,130 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and personal incomes in the suburb of Primbee between the 22nd and 23rd percentiles across Australia. The most prominent weekly income band is $1,500 - 2,999, representing 27.5% of taxpayers (445 residents), which is similar to the wider region where this bracket accounts for 29.9%. Affordability pressures are notable, with residents retaining of their income, which ranks in the nd percentile.

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The housing stock in the suburb of Primbee at the time of the last Census consisted of 81.5% standalone houses and 18.5% alternative dwelling types like semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Primbee were higher than the Regional NSW average at 42.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (26.4%) or occupied by tenants (31.5%). The median monthly mortgage cost was higher than the regional benchmark at $1,904, and the median weekly rent was $350, compared to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Primbee exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while rental rates are lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 65.6% of local households in the suburb of Primbee, consisting of couples with children (26.7%), couples without children (24.0%), and single parents (13.4%). The remaining 34.4% are non-family households, which are dominated by single-person households at 32.3% and group households at 2.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, matching the average across Regional NSW.

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The suburb of Primbee displays lower rates of higher education, with university qualifications held by 17.2% of residents, which is lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 11.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational education is prominent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (29.6%).

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An analysis of public transport reveals 20 bus stops active in the suburb of Primbee, which are serviced by 19 distinct routes that run a combined 558 passenger services weekly. Accessibility is high, with the average home located 117 meters from a transit stop. The locality is primarily residential with most workers commuting out of the area; private vehicles are the main transport mode at 93%. Households have an average of 1.5 cars. Home-based work was recorded at 23.6% in the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators highlight key challenges for the suburb of Primbee, based on Districts assessments of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is low, with approximately 52% of the population (~838 people) holding coverage.

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The suburb of Primbee exhibits higher cultural diversity compared to regional standards, with 19.2% of residents born outside Australia and 15.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 62.1% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age in the suburb of Primbee is 44 years, which is comparable to the Regional NSW average of 43 years and higher than the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 55 - 64 (13.7%) but a lower share of people aged 65 - 74 (11.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort rose from 11.0% to 12.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 7.8% to 8.8%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 15.3% to 13.7%, and the 0 to group fell from to . Demographics are projected to shift by with the to cohort expected to grow by ( people) to reach from while the to and to age groups are projected to contract.

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Primbee currently has an estimated 74 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 39 children aged 0-2 and 25 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 22% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 90 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 128. 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.