St Johns Park (NSW)

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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with new residential addresses verified by Districts since the Census, indicates that the suburb of St Johns Park has an estimated population of 6,329 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 27 individuals (0.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,302 people. This shift is calculated from the estimated resident population of 6,329, which Districts determined by analyzing the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS alongside 11 newly validated residential addresses added since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 3,196 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of St Johns Park in the top quartile of Australian locations analyzed by Districts. The post-census growth of 0.4% in the suburb of St Johns Park is within 1.6 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (2.0%), indicating competitive demographic growth. The population gains in the area were almost exclusively driven by overseas migration during the most recent periods.

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St Johns Park maintains a capable labor pool characterized by substantial representation in manufacturing and industrial fields, alongside a 4.6% unemployment rate and an estimated employment growth of 5.7% over the previous year according to Districts aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,822 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.6% which sits 0.5% higher than Greater Sydney's 4.1%, and workforce participation remains notably lower at 55.0% versus Greater Sydney's 69.1%. Census data indicates that 32.7% of residents were working from home, although the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting these figures.

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Based on Districts analysis of individual tax records compiled by the ATO at the postcode level for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of St Johns Park recorded a median income of $45,536 and an average income of $58,313. These figures are below national benchmarks and compare to median and average values of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively 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 $50,235 and an average income of $64,331 as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual weekly incomes are low, ranking in the 2nd percentile at $485, whereas household incomes perform relatively better, ranking in the 39th percentile. Income distribution shows that 29.8% of the local population (representing 1,886 residents) earn between and which is very similar to the regional average of in this bracket. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain of their income for discretionary spending.

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According to the most recent Census, the housing stock in St Johns Park consisted of 93.9% separate houses and 6.1% other housing types, such as townhouses, units, or alternative dwellings, compared to the broader Sydney metropolitan breakdown of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership was particularly high at 51.5%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (27.1%) or occupied by renters (21.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,089 was notably lower than the Sydney metropolitan average of $2,427, and the median weekly rent of $450 was also below the metropolitan average of $470. On a national level, mortgage costs in St Johns Park exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also higher than the national average of $375.

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Families form the vast majority of households at 85.9%, consisting of couples with dependent children at 44.4%, couples without children at 21.6%, and single-parent households at 18.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.1%, with single-person households representing 12.4% and group households making up 1.6% of all homes. The median household occupancy stands at 3.3 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational profiles in the locality reveal areas for development, as university qualification rates (18.5%) are much lower than the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted local education initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 15.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.3% and graduate diplomas at 0.8%. Vocational training is held by 23.2% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 7.8% and certificate qualifications at 15.4%.

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Public transport data shows 40 active transit stops in St Johns Park, which are serviced by bus networks. These locations are connected by 29 unique routes, facilitating a total of 1,687 passenger journeys each week. Local access to transit is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 162 meters to the nearest stop. Given the residential profile, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 90%, and trains accounting for 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per home, which is higher than the metropolitan average. A significant 32.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, reflecting pandemic-related conditions at that time.

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Analysis of medical indicators shows positive outcomes throughout St Johns Park, based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and the occurrence of chronic conditions, which show low rates of disease in the general population, although rates are higher than the national baseline among older, vulnerable demographics, while private health insurance membership is relatively low at roughly 50% of the population, representing approximately 3,166 individuals. This compares to a coverage rate of 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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St Johns Park is among the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 59.7% of residents born outside Australia and 78.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 50.6% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is Buddhism, which is practiced by 28.2% of residents, a proportion far exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%.

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The median age of 43 years in St Johns Park is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The age distribution shows a high concentration of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (13.9%), while the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller (11.8%) than is typical across Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has expanded from 6.2% to 8.2% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 12.5% to 13.9%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 13.3% to 11.7%, and the 45 to group dropped from to . Looking toward demographic projections indicate significant changes in the age profile, with the + cohort projected to rise by individuals (), growing from to . Combined cohorts aged and over are projected to account for of all future population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the community. In contrast, the cohorts aged to and to are projected to experience population decreases.

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St Johns Park currently has an estimated 259 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 160 children aged 0-2 and 106 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 202 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 565. 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.