Suffolk Park (NSW)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census the suburb of Suffolk Park has an estimated population of approximately 4,263 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 41 people (1.0%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,222 people. This shift is derived from the resident population of 4,257, calculated by Districts using the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) along with an additional 19 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such population levels result in a density ratio of 1,024 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages across locations evaluated by Districts. The suburb of Suffolk Park's 1.0% growth since census is within 2.7 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.7%), showing competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth in the area was mostly driven by overseas migration, which made up approximately 92.0% of all population gains during recent periods.

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The suburb of Suffolk Park has a highly educated workforce, with significant tourism and hospitality sectors, an unemployment rate of only 2.3%, and 2.5% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,334 residents are employed, which is 1.8% below the rate of 4.1% in Regional NSW, and workforce participation is exceptionally high at 67.0% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census data reveals that a high 30.8% of residents worked from home, though the impacts of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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According to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023, the suburb of Suffolk Park records a median taxpayer income of $43,333 and an average of $90,006. This is among the highest in Australia, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $47,805 (median) and $99,295 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in the suburb of Suffolk Park cluster around the 66th percentile nationally. The data shows the largest segment comprises 35.0% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,492 residents), consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 29.9% in the same category. High housing costs consume of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Dwelling structure within the suburb of Suffolk Park, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 69.2% houses and 30.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within the suburb of Suffolk Park was lagging that of Regional NSW, at 34.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (32.5%) or rented (33.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Regional NSW average at $2,383, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $700, compared to Regional NSW's $1,733 and $330. Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Suffolk Park are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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Family households dominate at 66.1% of all households, comprising 27.7% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.9%, with lone person households at 21.6% and group households comprising 11.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Educational attainment in the suburb of Suffolk Park significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 21.3% in Rest of NSW and 24.3% in the SA4 region. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 29.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Trade and technical skills feature costly, with 32.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (20.8%).

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Public transport analysis reveals 24 active transport stops operating within the suburb of Suffolk Park comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 21 individual routes, collectively providing 357 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 195 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 90%, with 4% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling. A high 30.8% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across the suburb of Suffolk Park, based on Districts' assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups , and the rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (2,661 people). This compares to 51.9% across Regional NSW. The national average is 55.7%.

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The suburb of Suffolk Park was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 13.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. The main religion in the suburb of Suffolk Park was found to be Christianity, which makes up 28.6% of people in the suburb of Suffolk Park. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.7% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

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With a median age of 38, the suburb of Suffolk Park is notably under the Regional NSW figure of 43 but is equivalent to the national norm of 38. The 25 - 34 age group shows strong representation at 17.2% compared to Regional NSW, whereas the 65 - 74 cohort is less prevalent at 9.2%. Following the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 15.9% to 17.8% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 4.2% to 5.4%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 12.4% to 10.2%. Demographic modeling suggests the suburb of Suffolk Park's age profile will evolve significantly by . Leading the demographic shift, the to group will grow by ( people), reaching from . Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the to and to cohorts.

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Suffolk Park currently has an estimated 238 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 109 children aged 0-2 and 72 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 21% by 2041 (to approximately 288 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 298. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.