Cobbitty - Bringelly

This is a young community where 21.6% of residents are children under 15, a figure well above the national average. While it mirrors state trends for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations at 3.3%, it has fewer seniors than most similar areas.

The area is predominantly Australian-born, with 78% born here. This means the proportion of overseas-born residents is far below the New South Wales and national figures.

English is the primary language for 81.4% of the community. The proportion of people using another language at home is well below the national figure, and very few residents speak little or no English.

Faith plays a significant role here, as 65.7% of residents identify as Christian. Consequently, the share of people reporting no religion is far below the Australian average.

The area has a high concentration of schools, with 3.9 per 1,000 children. However, the proportion of adults with a bachelor degree or higher is well below the national figure, and Year 12 completion is also lower than the state average.

Wealth is a defining feature, with typical household incomes well above the national figure. About 30.9% of households earn $3,000 or more a week, which is much higher than most similar areas.

Residents generally enjoy good health, with fewer people needing help with daily activities or living with long-term health conditions compared to most other areas.

Family life is a priority here, with a much higher share of people providing unpaid childcare and housework than the national average. Conversely, volunteering rates are well below those of other areas.

First Nations residents in this area are notably younger and more prosperous than those elsewhere, with a typical personal income far above the national figure and an unemployment rate of 0.0%.

Homes are larger and more crowded than usual, with a typical 2.9 people per household. This is consistent with the high number of couples with children and a very low proportion of people living alone.

The landscape is dominated by detached houses, with 95.7% of homes being separate dwellings. Large homes are the norm, as 92.1% have three or more bedrooms, though monthly mortgage payments are among the highest for this level.

The area is heavily car-dependent, with only 0.8% of people commuting via public transport. While 28.9% of people work from home, those who travel face a long drive to the city and limited transit options.

The community is in a state of flux, with 51.9% of people having moved in the last five years—a rate far above the national average. This growth is driven by domestic movement rather than overseas arrivals.

More adults are working or looking for work here than in most similar areas, and the unemployment rate is among the lowest at 2.3%. Many residents work in construction, healthcare, and education.

The area is highly advantaged, scoring a 10 for access to money and resources. Population growth since 2021 has been among the highest in the state, rising by 31.4%.

The local climate sees annual rainfall far above the New South Wales average, with typical maximum temperatures remaining consistent with the state figure.

Living here requires a car, as the walkability score is far below the state average. Most homes are far from health services and shops, with almost no residents having a health service within a 15-minute walk.