Windang (NSW)

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Based on assessments of ABS population adjustments for the surrounding district, combined with fresh address validations performed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Windang has an estimated residency of 2,606 people as of May 2026. This represents a minor reduction of 4 individuals (0.2%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,610 residents. The discrepancy is calculated from the local residency figure of 2,604, calculated by Districts following the review of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with address audits since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 1,099 individuals per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical averages recorded across other zones monitored by Districts. Local population expansion was primarily driven by arrivals from abroad, which served as the exclusive contributor to population growth in foreign migration during recent times.

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The suburb of Windang possesses a balanced labor force split between professional and manual occupations, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 9.0%, and estimated job growth of 1.7% over the preceding year, according to Districts compilation of regional statistics. In March 2026, 1,016 residents were employed, while the jobless rate was 4.9% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, indicating room for growth, and labor participation was notably low at 48.9% compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. According to Census data, a moderate 23.0% of local workers performed their duties from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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According to the most recent postcode ATO statistics released by Districts for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Windang earn a median income of $45,416, with a mean of $55,076. This sits below national averages, and is less than the Regional NSW median of $52,390 and mean of $65,215. Adjusting for Wage Price Index inflation of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections suggest figures of roughly $50,103 for the median and $60,760 for the mean as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Windang all rank between the 1st and 10th percentiles across Australia. The income distribution shows the largest segment consists of 35.5% of residents (925 individuals) earning in the $400 - bracket, contrasting with regional patterns where are situated in the - range. Having of the population concentrated in weekly income brackets below points to financial difficulties for a large share of the community. Affordability constraints are highly pronounced, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the rd percentile.

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The housing mix in the suburb of Windang at the time of the latest Census consisted of 80.4% separate houses and 19.6% alternative dwellings (townhouses, flats, and other housing formats), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership in the suburb of Windang was considerably higher than the Regional NSW rate, sitting at 54.6%, with the remaining properties held under mortgages (22.6%) or occupied by tenants (22.8%). The median monthly home loan payment in the area was significantly higher than the Regional NSW benchmark at $1,950, whereas the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $335, compared to $1,733 and $330 in Regional NSW. On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in the suburb of Windang exceed the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain much lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 56.2%, which is composed of 19.7% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 7.9% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 43.8%, with single-person households representing 42.0% and shared households making up 2.2%. The median household occupancy of 2.1 residents is lower than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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The locality faces clear educational hurdles, as university graduation rates (12.5%) sit significantly below the NSW average of 32.2%. This dynamic presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational outreach. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 8.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Hands-on trade and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (32.8%).

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Public transport analysis identifies 30 active transit stops in the suburb of Windang, consisting of a combination of buses. These transit points are serviced by 20 distinct routes, which provide a total of 568 passenger departures each week. Transit convenience is classified as excellent, with households typically situated 127 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a major residential enclave, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.9 cars per household, which is below the regional norm. Roughly 23.0% of the working population works from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by pandemic restrictions).

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Public health metrics indicate notable difficulties for the suburb of Windang, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of long-term illnesses, with high rates of common illnesses visible in both younger and older populations, and the level of private health insurance coverage is very low at roughly 49% of the population (~1,270 individuals). This compares to 51.9% for Regional NSW and a national benchmark of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Windang ranks below average in measures of multicultural diversity, with 85.8% of residents born in Australia, 89.7% holding citizenship, and 94.4% using only English at home. The primary religious affiliation is Christianity, which represents 58.3% of the local population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 56 years in the suburb of Windang is substantially higher than the Regional NSW median of 43 years, and also sits well above the Australian median of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age cohort is highly represented at 15.5% compared to Regional NSW, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 8.0%. This concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is far higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 14.4% to 15.5%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket has fallen from 14.0% to 12.1%. Looking ahead to demographic models indicate substantial transformations in the age profile. The cohort aged and over is projected to grow the most, increasing by and adding residents to total . Demographic aging is set to persist, with individuals aged and older accounting for of the projected growth. On the other hand, population losses are expected for residents aged to and to .

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Windang currently has an estimated 96 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 62 children aged 0-2 and 41 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 14% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 20% by 2041 (to approximately 115 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 206. 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.