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Rest of NSW / Bathurst
$569
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+9.2%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
3,412
People
17 Jul 2026
+3.1%
Growth since 2021
Census
14
For sale now
indexed listings
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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3,412
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 3,309 people
2.53 km²
Land area
1,348.6 /km²
Density
2.1%
Unemployment
5 /yr
Resi approvals
Situated 163 kilometers west-northwest from the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Windradyne is estimated to have a population of around 3,412 as of May 2026. This figure, calculated by Districts using quarterly updated national address records and annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, represents a growth of 103 people (3.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 3,309. The local community features a high proportion of children who are exceptionally well educated, and residents generally possess strong educational qualifications. The local economy is supported by a notable healthcare employment base and a pronounced public administration sector, which contribute to a below-average unemployment rate. Additionally, the area is characterized by an elevated proportion of children aged 0 to 4yo, and sales volumes are significantly above average relative to the population size. Known as part of the broader Bathurst - West area in NSW, Australia, the location is celebrated for its historic heritage and appealing rural character, balanced with access to modern conveniences. The region displays its gold rush heritage through numerous historic sites, enriching its overall aesthetic. It is also highly regarded for its natural landscape, featuring multiple parks and gardens that facilitate outdoor recreation for families. The local atmosphere is peaceful and welcoming, with a diverse selection of dining spots, specialty stores, and cultural activities creating a lively local lifestyle. Excellent accessibility to schooling and medical services further enhances the appeal of Bathurst - West, making it a highly desirable destination for families and individuals seeking a balanced lifestyle. Future performance is supported by strong population growth projections and an exceptional volume of planned major infrastructure projects.
Estimated residents are up from 3,309 at the 2021 Census — a change of 103 people, or 3.1%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Population growth
Windradyne ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +3.1% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 851 residents by 2041 — growth of 24.9% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Windradyne, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 89th percentile nationally.
Constrained supply
Development activity ranks in only the 35th percentile nationally while population growth ranks in the 80th — demand is growing faster than new supply is being approved.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.3% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
No standout risks in the ingested evidence — this is coverage, not an all-clear.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Windradyne. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Residential development activity is lower than average in Windradyne according to Districts' national comparison of local real estate markets
Detail
Based on Districts' evaluation of building approvals from the ABS mapped from regional statistics, Windradyne has averaged roughly 5 newly approved dwellings each year, with a calculated 29 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 17 during the current FY-26. With an average of 5.2 additional occupants per constructed home arriving annually over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is outstripping new supply, which commonly drives up property values and intensifies buyer rivalry. Meanwhile, newly built properties carry a mean valuation of $450,000, indicating developers are concentrating on high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $129,000 this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality.
Compared against the Rest of NSW, Windradyne displays a much lower level of building activity (61.0% below the regional per capita average). This relative undersupply of new housing generally bolsters the pricing and demand for established homes. The rate is also lower than the national benchmark, reflecting a mature market position and potential development constraints. Recent residential activity consists of 86.0% standalone houses and 14.0% medium to high-density dwellings, preserving the suburban character with family-oriented layouts suited to buyers prioritizing space. A ratio of approximately 848 individuals per dwelling approval underscores that Windradyne is a highly established housing market.
Looking forward, Windradyne is projected to add 851 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent Districts quarterly calculation). Under current building volumes, supply expansion may struggle to keep pace with demographic growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and support upward price trends.
Districts' assessment of the Bathurst Regional LGA register has identified 33 substantial development applications lodged in Windradyne over the past 5 years (29 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 19 were approved (58%, or 95% of those decided), 1 was withdrawn (3%), while 3 are under assessment. Districts estimates that 3 of these developments have likely been constructed. The most common application types are retail, medical and childcare.
33 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 6 | 185,138 | 133 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 17 | 184,871 | 193 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 6/85.7% | 89,436/61.9% | 116/80.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 1/14.3% | 55,043/38.1% | 27/19.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 5 | 188,882 | 219 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 29 | 944,410 | 1,095 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.2 | 6.5 | 2.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 1.7 | 7.2 | 4.4 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 5.5 | 2.8 | 3 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 5.2 | 2.1 | 1.8 |
| Persons per Approval | 848 | 158 | 395 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 450 | 342 | 298 |
| Commercial Development Value | 129 | 105,080,908 | 34,461 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 35 | 100 | 66 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Windradyne has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Detail
Few factors influence local market conditions as directly as changes in local infrastructure, key developments, and planning projects. In total, 3 projects have been identified by Districts as having a likely local impact. Major projects of interest include the Windradyne 1100 Subdivision, the Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment, the 56 Colville Street Residential Development, and the Robin Hill Convenience Centre, with the details of those most relevant outlined below.
Retail
CompletedA 6,500-square-metre convenience centre including a 7-Eleven service station, Subway, Red Rooster, and McDonald's. The development transformed an existing car dealership site and was completed and opened in March 2024.
Residential Development
PlanningProposed medium-density housing project on council-owned land (8532m2) aimed at providing high-quality, sustainable, and affordable key worker housing. Bathurst Regional Council sought interested parties for a joint venture or the sale of the land, with an EOI process closing in May 2025. Council received a project update in March 2026. The site is opposite Westpoint Shopping Centre and is zoned E1 Local Centre, which permits all residential and a wide range of commercial developments.
Source 1 for 56 Colville Street Residential Development (opens in new tab)Source 2 for 56 Colville Street Residential Development (opens in new tab)
Health & Medical
ConstructionThe $200 million Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment is a major healthcare upgrade delivering a mix of new-build expansions and refurbishments. Key clinical enhancements include an expanded Emergency Department, enhanced Maternity services with a Special Care Nursery, and a new non-acute mental health inpatient unit known as Panorama Clinic. The project also provides improved inpatient and outpatient services, additional operating theatres, expanded cardiology, a new paediatrics zone, and a new main entry on Mitre Street. The redevelopment includes over 70 additional car parking spaces and is designed with a strong Connection to Country, featuring light-filled spaces and improved access to Victoria Park.
Source 1 for Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ConstructionA large-scale residential subdivision in Windradyne, Bathurst, providing a total of 205 lots ranging from 515sqm to 1150sqm. Stage 2 is currently under construction by Devcon Civil. The development includes new roads, utility installation, and environmental management features alongside natural bushland.
Source 1 for Windradyne 1100 Subdivision (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Windradyne 1100 Subdivision (opens in new tab)
Health & Medical
Dev. ApplicationThe Bathurst Integrated Medical Centre (BIMC) is a proposed six-level medical precinct on the former Clancy Ford site. It is designed to house a state-of-the-art private hospital with four operating theatres, radiology, pathology, womens health, and specialist practices. The project includes a multi-level carpark on the adjoining George Street site, increasing capacity from 330 to approximately 915 spaces with a link bridge connecting to the medical centre. The development is being processed as a State Significant Development to address a significant underprovision of medical services in the region.
Source 1 for Bathurst Integrated Medical Centre (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Bathurst Integrated Medical Centre (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Windradyne (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$790,000–$815,000
House · 3 bed · 559m² land
Listed 13 Apr 2026
$315,000–$400,000
Land · 0 bed
Listed 26 Feb 2026
$315,000
Land · 0 bed
Listed 6 May 2025
$315,000
Land · 0 bed · 925m² land
Listed 11 Mar 2026
$840,000–$870,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 851m² land
Listed 5 July 2022
$1,250,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 916m² land
Listed 19 Sept 2025
$840,000–$860,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 821m² land
Listed 25 Feb 2026
$830,000–$870,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 1,406m² land
Listed 19 Mar 2026
$750,000–$800,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 522m² land
Listed 7 Apr 2026
$780,000–$810,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 766m² land
Listed 20 July 2026
$239,000
Land For Sale · 0 bed · 758m² land
Listed 21 July 2026
$700,000–$750,000
House · 3 bed · 729m² land
Listed 14 Aug 2026
$380,000
Land · 0 bed · 605m² land
Listed 23 Aug 2026
$480,000–$520,000
Semi-Detached · 2 bed · 486m² land
Listed 25 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 25 in 2026 · 218 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Windradyne with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windradyne | — | 3,412 | — | — | — |
| Llanarth (NSW) | 1.1 km | 2,339 | — | — | — |
| West Bathurst | 1.7 km | 3,742 | — | — | — |
| Bathurst | 3.3 km | 6,969 | — | — | — |
| Eglinton (NSW) | 3.4 km | 3,178 | — | — | — |
| South Bathurst | 4.4 km | 1,576 | — | — | — |
| Kelso (NSW) | 5.9 km | 11,227 | — | — | — |
| Blayney | 31.2 km | 3,608 | — | — | — |
| Portland (NSW) | 40.9 km | 2,492 | — | — | — |
| Oberon | 43.7 km | 3,392 | — | — | — |
| Orange | 44.0 km | 43,287 | — | — | — |
| Wallerawang | 48.0 km | 2,036 | — | — | — |
| Bowenfels | 54.5 km | 2,066 | — | — | — |
| Lithgow | 57.1 km | 5,007 | — | — | — |
| Molong | 72.0 km | 2,758 | — | — | — |
| Blackheath | 73.6 km | 4,713 | — | — | — |
| Katoomba | 78.7 km | 8,512 | — | — | — |
| Leura | 80.5 km | 4,526 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Strong educational qualifications across the community
Below-average unemployment rate
High population growth forecasts
Notable healthcare employment base
Elevated proportion 0 to 4yo
Pronounced public administration employment
Population growth over recent years well above the national average
Top quartile expectations for future population growth
One of the lowest unemployment rates in the country
Population Growth
8.0
Density
5.8
Development Activity
3.5
Employment Drivers
7.8
Infrastructure Drivers
8.9
Education
9.1
Amenities
7.3
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Population growth drivers in Windradyne are strong compared to national averages based on Districts' ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Detail
According to investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside updated addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Windradyne has an estimated resident count of approximately 3,412 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 103 individuals (3.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered a population of 3,309 people. The adjustment is derived from a resident count of 3,405, calculated by Districts using the most recent ERP data from the ABS (June 2025) plus an extra 91 verified new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 1,348 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio observed across national sites evaluated by Districts. The 3.1% expansion in the suburb of Windradyne since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (2.2%), establishing it as a regional growth leader. This expansion was mostly fueled by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 73.0% of total population additions in recent times.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Windradyne ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance
Detail
Windradyne is home to a qualified labor force, featuring strong representation in essential services, and an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,921 working residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 2.0% lower than the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%. Labor force participation is exceptionally high at 71.4%, compared to the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census replies indicated a modest 11.5% of workers operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 containment measures should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. The locality exhibits a specific concentration in public administration & safety, where the employment share is times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing just of the local workforce compared to across Regional NSW. This mostly residential locality appears to provide a limited number of local jobs, as shown by comparing the count of Census workers against resident workers.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on Districts analysis
Detail
The most recent postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year shows that incomes in the suburb of Windradyne align closely with national benchmarks, with a median of $56,018 and an average of $67,561. This compares to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current valuations would stand at roughly $61,799 (median) and $74,533 (average) as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, individual weekly income sits at the 58th percentile ($843 weekly), while household earnings are positioned at the 39th percentile. Regarding income distribution, the largest cohort comprises 35.0% of the local population (1,194 people) earning between $1,500 and which is comparable to the surrounding region where this group accounts for . Affordability constraints are pronounced, with just of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the th percentile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Windradyne is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Detail
The mix of housing types in Windradyne at the most recent Census consisted of 89.5% standalone houses and 10.4% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options in Regional NSW. Home ownership in Windradyne was below the Regional NSW average at 33.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (36.1%) or tenants renting (30.5%). The median monthly home loan repayment of $1,635 was lower than the Regional NSW median of $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $350, compared to $330 in Regional NSW. On a national level, Windradyne's mortgage costs are notably below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels sit below the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Windradyne features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of households at 69.4%, consisting of 27.6% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 13.4% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.6%, with single-person households at 27.1% and group households representing 3.9%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Educational achievement in Windradyne places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community
Detail
The locality presents educational vulnerabilities, with university completion rates (21.5%) sitting considerably below the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents a challenge as well as a pathway for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational skills are highly represented, with 40.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (30.8%).
Enrolment levels are remarkably high, with of the local population engaged in formal studies. This includes attending primary schools, in high schools, and enrolled in higher education programs.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
2.4km · score 76
Child Care
623m · score 99
GP
2.8km · score 50
Government Services
34km · score 71
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transport data shows 51 active transit stops operating within Windradyne, consisting of various bus options. These stops are serviced by 15 separate routes, which combine to provide 485 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living a median distance of 127 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given its residential nature, most workers travel outside the area to commute, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 97%. Dwellings average 1.4 vehicles each. A relatively low 11.5% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Service frequency averages 69 runs per day across all available routes, which translates to roughly weekly trips for each transit stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Windradyne is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Health indicators point to meaningful issues in Windradyne, based on Districts' analysis of mortality figures and chronic illness rates, with common health conditions evident in both younger and older cohorts, while the private health insurance rate is slightly ahead of the typical SA2 average at roughly 54% of the population (~1,830 people).
Asthma and mental health issues were identified as the most prevalent chronic conditions locally, affecting 11.5% and 11.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 60.7% reported being free of any long-term medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The segment of working-age residents faces distinct health difficulties with higher rates of chronic ailments. The proportion of residents aged and older stands at ( people), which is lower than the average for Regional NSW. Health outcomes for seniors present some difficulties, with national rankings generally matching those of the wider population.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Windradyne is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside Districts' national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
Windradyne exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 91.2% of the population, 90.4% of residents born in Australia, and 95.2% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 60.0% of local residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of family heritage (parents' countries of birth), the primary groups represented in Windradyne are Australian at 33.4%, English at 30.2%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also notable differences in the representation of certain other backgrounds: Hungarian heritage is overrepresented at of the population (compared to regionally), Australian Aboriginal heritage stands at (compared to ), and Serbian heritage is at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Windradyne's population is slightly younger than the national pattern
Detail
The median age of 37 years in Windradyne is notably younger than the Regional NSW median of 43, and aligns closely with the national median of 38. The age profile reveals a high concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds (14.7%), while the 55 - 64 age bracket is relatively smaller (9.9%) compared to Regional NSW. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort expanded from 12.9% to 14.1% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group dropped from 10.7% to 9.3%, and the 55 to 64 group declined from 11.0% to 9.9%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant adjustments in Windradyne's age distribution. The to cohort is projected to expand substantially, growing by people () from to whereas both the to and to cohorts are expected to contract.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Windradyne was found to possess higher than average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong provision across both long day care and preschool, while no out of school hours care provision for school age children was found.
Detail
Windradyne currently has an estimated 238 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 138 children aged 0-2 and 92 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 291 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 373. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.
5.2
Income
4.3
Age
3.6
Household Composition
5.3
Housing
4.4
Cultural Diversity
1.6
Health
1.9
Housing Cost
3.6
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
8.0
Districts implements demographic projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 zones lacking this coverage, projections at the SA2 level from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. Age bracket growth trends from these summaries are also projectable to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating these changing age dynamics, a substantial demographic gain within the upper quartile of regional Australian locations is predicted, with the suburb of Windradyne set to grow by 858 persons to 2041 under aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 24.9% across the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 3,412 | 2,969,324 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 3.1% | 4.9% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 3,309 | 2,829,637 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 73.0% | 14.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 27.0% | 58.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 28.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 24.9% | 7.6% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 1,348 | 3 | 3 |
According to Districts analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider geographic zones, the labor force shrank by 1.2% alongside a 1.8% drop in employment over the 12 months ending March 2026, leading to a 0.7 percentage point rise in unemployment. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decline by 0.9% and its labor force decrease by 0.4%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point rise. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective future demand in Windradyne. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce mix to estimate growth trajectories. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely across sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local employment distribution suggests Windradyne's employment figures should rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,921 | 14,651,372 | 27,162 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 19.2% | 15.2% | 16.3% |
| –Education & Training | 11.6% | 9.2% | 11.2% |
| –Public Administration & Safety | 10.8% | 6.9% | 9.0% |
| Labour Force | 1,963 | 15,298,546 | 27,948 |
| Participation Rate | 71.4% | 67.2% | 66.8% |
| Working from Home | 11.5% | 23.9% | 13.3% |
| Unemployment | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.8% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | -1.8% | 1.5% | -2.0% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.3% | 6.5% | 6.0% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 78 | 100 | 59 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 61,799 | 63,034 | 61,267 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 74,533 | 81,013 | 71,866 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 56,018 | 57,137 | 55,536 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 67,561 | 73,435 | 65,143 |
| Median Household Income | 1,567 | 1,746 | 1,568 |
| –$0 to 399 | 67 (5.1%) | 638,312 (6.3%) | 1,140 (6.1%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 246 (18.9%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) | 3,419 (18.3%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 325 (25.0%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) | 4,428 (23.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 455 (35.0%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) | 6,166 (33.0%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 121 (9.3%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) | 1,906 (10.2%) |
| –$4,000+ | 87 (6.7%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) | 1,607 (8.6%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,024 | 2,120 | 2,009 |
| –$0 to 399 | 24 (2.7%) | 236,192 (3.3%) | 347 (2.7%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 83 (9.2%) | 758,676 (10.6%) | 1,403 (10.9%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 216 (23.9%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) | 2,959 (23.0%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 381 (42.2%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) | 5,018 (39.0%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 113 (12.5%) | 973,396 (13.6%) | 1,763 (13.7%) |
| –$4,000+ | 86 (9.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) | 1,390 (10.8%) |
| Median Personal Income | 843 | 805 | 793 |
| –$0 to 399 | 729 (21.4%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) | 12,351 (24.2%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 892 (26.1%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) | 13,321 (26.1%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 1,035 (30.3%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) | 14,240 (27.9%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 702 (20.6%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) | 9,697 (19.0%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 27 (0.8%) | 527,649 (1.9%) | 561 (1.1%) |
| –$3,500+ | 27 (0.8%) | 944,215 (3.4%) | 868 (1.7%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 24.0% | 22.8% | 24.4% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 16.0% | 24.4% | 18.8% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 5,738 | 6,376 | 5,798 |
| SEIFA Score | 3.8 | 5.6 | 4.3 |
Windradyne at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$569/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+9.2%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 9.2% year on year to $569/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $350/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 1,263 | 9,275,218 | 17,967 |
| –Owned Outright | 33.4% | 32.1% | 36.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 36.1% | 36.2% | 33.9% |
| –Rented | 30.5% | 31.7% | 30.0% |
| –Detached Houses | 89.5% | 72.5% | 86.1% |
| –Semi-Detached | 9.0% | 12.6% | 9.5% |
| –Apartments | 1.4% | 14.3% | 4.1% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,635 | 1,863 | 1,733 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 350 | 375 | 315 |
| –$0-149/wk | 2.2% | 7.3% | 7.7% |
| –$150-349/wk | 42.5% | 33.4% | 53.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 55.3% | 50.9% | 38.4% |
| –$650-949/wk | 0.0% | 6.6% | 0.3% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 1.8% | 0.1% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,052 | 1,189 | 996 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 24.1% | 24.6% | 25.5% |
| –Rent / Income | 22.3% | 21.5% | 20.1% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,301 | 10,142,077 | 18,666 |
| Median Household Size | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 1,262 | 9,275,217 | 17,974 |
| –Lone Person Households | 27.1% | 25.6% | 27.7% |
| –Group Households | 3.9% | 3.9% | 3.2% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 69.4% | 70.5% | 69.0% |
| –Couple with Children | 27.6% | 31.4% | 27.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 26.5% | 26.8% | 28.2% |
| –One Parent Family | 13.4% | 11.1% | 12.5% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.7 | 1.6 | 1.8 |
| Currently Married | 42.0% | 46.5% | 44.1% |
| Never Married | 36.7% | 36.5% | 37.2% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 21.5% | 30.4% | 22.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 15.2% | 20.0% | 15.3% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 3.4% | 7.6% | 4.5% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 10.1% | 10.8% | 9.9% |
| –Certificate | 30.8% | 22.0% | 30.2% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 37.6% | 36.8% | 37.6% |
| Number of Schools | 0 | 11,054 | 30 |
| Total School Attendance | 0 | 4,176,099 | 8,562 |
| ICSEA Score | 0 | 1,001 | 971 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 91 | 100 | 40 |
Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
2.9km · score 58
Hospital
24km · score 63
Shopping Centre
3.7km · score 70
Banks
3.5km · score 61
Pharmacy
2.2km · score 78
Fitness Centre
4.5km · score 65
Schools
1.8km · score 50
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 51 | 171,981 | 1,342 |
| Routes | 15 | 12,966 | 131 |
| Weekly Trips | 485 | 1,140,068 | 3,014 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 120 | 235 | 299 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 127 | 7,586 | 173 |
| Population per Stop | 69 | 161 | 38 |
| Population per Trip | 7.2 | 24.3 | 17 |
| Population per Route | 233 | 2,136 | 390 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 52 | 100 | 41 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Work from Home | 11.5% | 23.9% | 13.3% |
| Single Mode Commute | 87.9% | 73.8% | 85.9% |
| Two Mode | 0.6% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| –Car | 97.0% | 84.1% | 93.4% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 4.9% | 0.2% |
| –Bus | 0.7% | 3.6% | 0.6% |
| –Walk | 1.0% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| –Cycle | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 53.6% | 55.7% | 51.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 6.3% | 5.8% | 6.3% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 60.7% | 69.8% | 63.5% |
| One Long Term Condition | 26.8% | 20.5% | 24.1% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 8.3% | 6.4% | 8.2% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 4.1% | 3.3% | 4.2% |
| –Arthritis | 9.5% | 7.7% | 9.4% |
| –Asthma | 11.5% | 7.4% | 9.8% |
| –Cancer | 2.7% | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Diabetes | 3.9% | 4.3% | 4.6% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.9% | 3.6% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 11.1% | 8.0% | 9.5% |
| –Stroke | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Other Condition | 8.6% | 7.3% | 7.9% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 9.6% | 29.3% | 10.7% |
| Born in Australia | 90.4% | 70.7% | 89.3% |
| Australian Citizens | 91.2% | 83.8% | 88.3% |
| Speak English Only | 95.2% | 76.4% | 94.2% |
| Speak Other Language | 4.8% | 23.6% | 5.8% |
| Indigenous Population | 5.3% | 2.2% | 4.6% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Australian | English | Australian |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% |
| –Christianity | 60.0% | 47.5% | 61.6% |
| –Hinduism | 0.5% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| –Islam | 0.7% | 3.5% | 0.7% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% |
| –No Religion | 37.5% | 41.6% | 35.1% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Windradyne | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 37 | 38 | 39 |
| Largest Age Group | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 | 15 to 24 |
| Children (0-14) | 19.9% | 17.5% | 18.0% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 60.8% | 64.7% | 62.2% |
| Seniors (65+) | 20.0% | 17.8% | 19.9% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 14.0% | 16.0% | 13.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 66.0% | 55.0% | 61.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Windradyne contains 2 Long Day Care centres (194 places) and 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (60 places), with overall provision relative to the local child population appearing favorable compared to national benchmarks, and above the Regional NSW average. Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 238 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 0.9 - placing the area among the top 20% nationally for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 1.2 children per place (upper quintile supply). Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show strong LDC provision for the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 194 places across 2 facilities serving 138 children while preschool supply is similarly strong with 1 facility providing 60 places (1.5 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Regional NSW average of 4.4). With projected population growth of 24.9% between now and 2041, and 22.3% in the under 5 age group in particular, 65 new places will be needed to maintain today's ratios. As well as this projected growth, other drivers of note in the area are strong employment performance.
Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally while high fees are observed despite adequate supply suggesting premium positioning or quality differentiation. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
3 school catchments intersect Windradyne (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 1,557 children aged under 5 reside, served by 1,637 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.0 children per place, with moderate variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts