Windale (NSW)

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According to municipal population metrics and validated location records compiled by Districts, the suburb of Windale has a resident count of approximately 3,442 for May 2026. This indicates a minor increase of 21 people (0.6%) compared to the 2021 Census registry of 3,421 citizens. The calculations are based on an estimated population size of 3,428 derived from ABS resident statistics (June 2025) plus 5 additional address registrations verified post-census. The local population density reaches 1,670 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds typical nationwide metrics analyzed by Districts. The suburb of Windale recorded a post-census growth of 0.6%, which is within 2.6 percentage points of the broader SA3 district (3.2%). Net population growth in this locality was primarily supported by arrivals from interstate, representing roughly 63.0% of total gains over the recent timeframe.

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The local workforce consists of a blend of office-based and manual occupations, with key public services well represented, alongside an unemployment rate of 17.3% based on localized data. As of March 2026, 1,024 residents are employed, though the unemployment rate exceeds the Regional NSW level of 4.1% by 13.2% and the labor participation rate is notably lower at 45.1% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a low 8.5% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.

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Tax statistics for the suburb of Windale reveal a median individual taxpayer income of $36,388 and an average of $47,210 for the 2023 financial year. These figures sit below the national average and contrast with Regional NSW, which records a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, local incomes are estimated to be approximately $40,143 (median) and $52,082 (average) by March 2026. 2021 Census data ranks household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Windale between the 0th and 2nd percentiles nationally. The $400 - 799 weekly income bracket covers 37.5% of the population (1,290 individuals), differing from regional trends where the - bracket is largest at . The high proportion of lower-income earners ( under /week) points to tight family finances in the suburb of Windale, where housing costs consume a high share of income, leaving just of earnings remaining and ranking at the nd percentile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Windale at the time of the last Census consisted of 74.8% standalone houses and 25.2% alternative options like semi-detached homes, units, and other dwellings, compared to Regional NSW's breakdown of 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Windale stood at 7.7%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (10.9%) or rented (81.4%). Median monthly home loan repayments were $1,478, which is lower than the Regional NSW average, while median weekly rent was $186, compared to Regional NSW figures of $1,733 and $330. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Windale are below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent costs are lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up 58.0% of local households, consisting of 14.4% couples with children, 15.3% couples without children, and 26.2% single parent households. The remaining 42.0% are non-family households, with single person residences representing 38.3% and group housing making up 3.7%. The average household size of 2.3 people is slightly below the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Educational metrics show lower levels of tertiary attainment, with university degree holders at 6.3% compared to the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap highlights a need for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 5.1% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 0.9% and graduate diplomas at 0.3%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 38.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (5.5%) and certificates (32.6%).

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Public transit options in the suburb of Windale include 45 active bus stops. These stops are served by 21 separate routes, generating 693 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 136 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb of Windale, most residents travel outside the area for work, and private vehicles remain the main transport choice at 92%. Car ownership averages 0.7 per household, which is below the regional average. A low 8.5% of workers worked from home, based on 2021 Census data which was likely influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Significant health issues are present in the suburb of Windale based on health and mortality data, with various medical issues affecting both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance rates are very low at 46% of the population (~1,572 people). This is below the Regional NSW level of 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity metrics for the suburb of Windale are below the national average, with citizens making up 84.9% of the population, 93.9% born in Australia, and 96.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 46.6% of residents. The most distinct variance is in the Other category, which represents 0.8% of the population, matching the 0.8% figure for Regional NSW.

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The median age of 36 in the suburb of Windale is lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 15.7% compared to Regional NSW, while the 75 - 84 bracket is smaller at 5.8%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 group has risen from 13.4% to 15.7% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 11.1% to 12.5%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.3% to 11.0%. Population projections for 2041 indicate that the to cohort will grow by ( people) to reach from while the to and to groups are expected to shrink.

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Windale currently has an estimated 234 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 113 children aged 0-2 and 76 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 260 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 324. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.3 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.