Woodcroft (NSW)

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In the suburb of Woodcroft (NSW), the population is estimated at around 6,613 as of May 2026, which is based on an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address datasets verified by Districts since the Census. This represents an addition of 16 people (0.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the recorded population was 6,597 people. The estimate is derived from a resident count of 6,604 computed by Districts using the latest ERP release from the ABS in June 2025 alongside an additional 7 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. With this population level, the local density stands at 3,913 persons per square kilometer, placing the area within the highest 10% of all national locations analyzed by Districts, highlighting the high demand for local land. The main driver of population growth in recent times was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 66.0% of the overall population increases.

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The local workforce is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent of professionals, an unemployment rate of 5.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.4% over the prior year, based on regional statistical data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,947, while the local unemployment rate was 1.1% higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is particularly elevated, reaching 74.3% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. According to Census records, a substantial 40.2% of the local workforce performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic lockdown policies.

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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Woodcroft are slightly above the national average. The median taxpayer income is $61,454 and the average taxpayer income is $69,224, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $67,796 for the median and $76,368 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings show that weekly household incomes are exceptionally high, ranking in the 89th percentile ($2,461 weekly), whereas individual personal income sits lower in the 61st percentile. The local earnings profile is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which accounts for of residents ( people), aligning closely with the broader region where of earners fall into this category. A notable of residents earn more than weekly, pointing to pockets of affluence that stimulate the local economy. Housing expenses consume of income, and strong earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Woodcroft consisted of 78.7% freestanding houses and 21.3% other formats such as semi-detached homes and apartments, differing from the metropolitan Sydney split of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership was identical to the Sydney metropolitan average at 28.5%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (50.6%) or occupied by tenants (20.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan Sydney average at $2,275, while the median weekly rent was identical to the metropolitan rate at $470, compared to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, mortgage costs in Woodcroft are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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The local household structure is heavily dominated by families, which account for 89.6% of all households. This group is composed of couples with children at 58.0%, couples without children at 20.9%, and single-parent households at 9.6%. Non-family households represent the remaining 10.4% of the total, consisting of single-person households at 8.6% and group shared households at 2.1%. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The level of education among Woodcroft residents is well above regional and national figures, with 44.9% of those aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 32.2% across NSW. This educational profile positions the local community well for knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Vocational education accounts for 23.9% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificate courses at 13.0%.

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Public transport services in the suburb of Woodcroft (NSW) include 28 active stops, which are served by various bus routes. There are 11 distinct routes running through these stops, which support 1,276 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 191 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 81%, followed by train travel at 13%. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.7 vehicles per household, which is above the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, at 40.2%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Data on health outcomes reveals excellent results for Woodcroft residents, with Districts tracking low mortality rates and a low prevalence of chronic diseases across all age cohorts. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is quite high, covering approximately 54% of the population (~3,590 people), compared to an average of 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

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Woodcroft ranks as one of the most multicultural localities nationally, with 64.3% of the population using a language other than English at home and 60.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 56.9% of residents. The most notable religious concentration is Hinduism, which is practiced by 14.7% of the population, a figure significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.

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The median age of residents in Woodcroft is 38 years, which is close to the Greater Sydney median of 37 years and identical to the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Woodcroft has a larger share of residents in the 65 - 74 age bracket (11.6%) but fewer people in the 25 - 34 age range (13.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 2.7% to 4.5%, and the 65 to 74 cohort has grown from 10.4% to 11.6%, while the 5 to 14 age group has shrunk from 11.7% to 10.7%. By the age structure is projected to undergo significant changes. This shift is led by the to age cohort, which is expected to expand by ( people), growing from to . This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged and over representing of all projected population growth, while declines are forecast for the to and to age groups.

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Woodcroft currently has an estimated 337 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 232 children aged 0-2 and 154 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 277 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 673. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.1 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.