Wolli Creek (NSW)

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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census indicates the suburb of Wolli Creek has an estimated population of 12,493 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,839 individuals (17.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,654 residents. This variation is calculated from the resident population of 12,493, estimated by Districts following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and an extra 66 validated new addresses since the Census. This population translates to a density of 18,928 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the top 10% of all Australian locations analyzed by Districts, highlighting local land as a highly coveted resource. The 17.3% expansion of Wolli Creek since the 2021 census outperformed the SA4 region (6.5%) and the state, making it a regional growth leader. Population increases were mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately of the overall population gains in recent times.

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Wolli Creek has a highly qualified workforce, with professional services heavily represented, a jobless rate of only 1.0%, and estimated employment expansion of 3.3% over the prior year, according to Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 10,001 local residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 3.1% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is exceptionally high (88.5% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census statistics indicate that a high 50.5% of workers performed their duties from home, although Covid-19 lockdown restrictions should be kept in mind.

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According to the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released by Districts for financial year 2023, taxpaying residents in the suburb of Wolli Creek earn a median income of $53,116, alongside a mean income of $65,205. This sits slightly below the national average and compares to a median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at roughly $58,598 (median) and $71,934 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals household, family, and individual incomes in Wolli Creek all rank highly, placing between the 75th and 84th percentiles across the country. The statistics show the largest bracket contains 42.0% of local taxpayers (5,247 individuals) in the $1,500 - band, matching metropolitan trends where are situated in the same category. Elevated housing costs consume of earnings, yet solid wages keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.

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Residential dwelling types in Wolli Creek, as of the most recent Census, consisted of 0.7% standalone houses and 99.3% multi-unit and alternative dwellings (semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing), whereas the Sydney metropolitan area recorded 55.9% standalone houses and 44.1% alternative dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Wolli Creek was below the Sydney metropolitan rate at 7.3%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.3%) or tenants renting (64.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment locally was lower than the Sydney metropolitan benchmark at $2,383, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $540, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, mortgage commitments in Wolli Creek are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 58.8%, consisting of 14.0% couples raising children, 38.3% couples without children, and 3.6% single parents. The remaining 41.2% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 25.9% and shared group households making up 15.3% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.2 residents is lower than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Educational accomplishments in Wolli Creek significantly exceed general benchmarks, with 63.2% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. This high level of education positions the locality well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 39.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (21.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Technical and vocational paths account for 18.9% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (8.0%).

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Public transit assessment indicates 10 active passenger stops are operating within Wolli Creek, consisting of a combination of train stations and bus stops. These transit points are served by 7 distinct routes, which combine to support 10,372 passenger journeys per week. Transport access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 249 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential profile, the majority of workers travel outward for employment, with trains being the leading transport mode at 45%, followed by 8% using buses. Household vehicle ownership averages 0.3 per home, which is below the metropolitan standard. A high 50.5% of workers commute from home (2021 Census; likely influenced by COVID-19 settings).

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Health metric data indicates outstanding outcomes throughout Wolli Creek, based on Districts analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, which show very low rates of common illnesses across all age cohorts, while private health insurance coverage is just ahead of the average SA2 region at approximately 53% of the population (~6,587 individuals). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Wolli Creek ranks among the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 72.2% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 75.5% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 28.1% of local residents. The most pronounced demographic concentration is in Buddhism, which is practiced by 11.0% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%.

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At 32 years, the median age in Wolli Creek is considerably younger than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and also well below the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wolli Creek has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (41.6%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (3.5%). This high concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is far above the national benchmark of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data indicates a demographic shift toward an older profile, with the median age rising from 30 to 32 years. Significant shifts show that the cohort aged 35 to 44 has grown from 18.2% to 23.4% of the population, while the group aged to increased from to . In contrast, the cohort aged to decreased from to and the group aged to declined from to . Demographic projections suggest the age distribution of Wolli Creek will shift substantially by . The cohort aged to is expected to see the largest growth at , adding residents to reach a total of . On the other hand, the cohort aged to is projected to decrease by people.

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Wolli Creek currently has an estimated 637 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 384 children aged 0-2 and 256 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 17% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 717 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 352. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.5 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.