Wilberforce (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 Wilberforce's population is estimated at around 2,967 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 10 people (0.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,957 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,967, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 3 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 92 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Wilberforce's 0.3% growth since census positions it within 0.9 percentage points of the SA3 area (1.2%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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The suburb of Wilberforce (NSW) possesses a balanced labor force that includes both white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with the building and construction sector representing a notable share of local jobs, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.9% derived from aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,625 local residents are employed, which accompanies an unemployment rate that sits 0.8% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation closely aligns with the metropolitan rate of 69.1%. Census records indicate that a significant 29.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure should be interpreted alongside the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.

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Taxpayer income records from the most recent postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 reveal a median income of $54,758 and an average income of $69,913 in the suburb of Wilberforce (NSW). These figures sit slightly above the national average, though they are lower than the Greater Sydney median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates would stand at approximately $60,409 for the median and $77,128 for the average as of March 2026. Based on findings from the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal earnings in the area are high, placing between the 69th and 81st percentiles nationwide. The local income profile indicates that 31.9% of the community, representing 946 residents, falls within the weekly earnings bracket of - mirroring the metropolitan trend where of the population occupies this same range. A substantial cohort of high earners, with receiving over weekly, points to strong financial capacity in the community. Housing costs consume of income, while solid earnings place local residents in the nd percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of Wilberforce (NSW) at the time of the latest Census consisted of 96.5% detached houses and 3.5% other housing types like semi-detached properties, townhouses, or apartments, contrasting with the Sydney metropolitan split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area stood at 36.2%, which is significantly higher than the metropolitan rate, with the remaining homes occupied by those paying a mortgage (46.3%) or renting (17.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan benchmark at $2,364, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $410, compared to Sydney averages of $2,427 and $470. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the area are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices also exceed the national median of $375.

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Families comprise the vast majority of households at 80.9%, consisting of 42.2% couples with children, 28.2% couples without children, and 9.9% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.1%, which includes lone-person households at 16.9% and group living arrangements making up 2.3%. The median household occupancy of 3.0 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational attainment profiles indicate room for improvement, with university graduation rates of 15.6% falling considerably short of the 40.4% average across the wider SA4 region. This presents an opportunity for targeted learning programs. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 43.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, comprising 10.7% with advanced diplomas and 32.8% holding certificates.

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Public transport infrastructure includes 44 active passenger stops within the suburb of Wilberforce (NSW), which are serviced by a variety of bus lines. These facilities accommodate 24 distinct routes that run a combined total of 191 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 175 meters from their nearest transit point. The locality is primarily residential, and the vast majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 94% of travelers. Households own an average of 2.3 cars, which is higher than the metropolitan average. At the time of the 2021 Census, a high 29.3% of the workforce worked from home, which may reflect temporary pandemic restrictions.

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Health assessments indicate favorable wellbeing trends throughout the suburb of Wilberforce (NSW), based on Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, which reveal low rates of common health conditions among both younger and older demographics. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is strong, covering approximately 55% of the local population, representing about 1,619 residents, compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Demographic records show the suburb of Wilberforce (NSW) has lower cultural diversity than the metropolitan average, with 89.9% of residents born in Australia, 93.7% holding citizenship, and 95.0% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 65.1% of the local population, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age in the suburb of Wilberforce (NSW) is 39 years, which is slightly above the Greater Sydney median of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Sydney, the cohort aged 55 - 64 is highly represented locally at 13.9%, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 11.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 4.0% to 5.6%, and the 65 to 74 group has expanded from 9.6% to 10.7%, whereas the 45 to 54 group contracted from 16.0% to 13.5%. Demographic projections for suggest significant shifts, with the oldest cohort aged and over expected to grow by , adding individuals to reach a total of from a baseline of . This aging trend is further reflected by the fact that residents aged and older account for of all projected population growth, while the cohorts aged to and to are projected to shrink.

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Wilberforce currently has an estimated 178 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 102 children aged 0-2 and 67 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 167 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 302. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.3 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.