# Demographics & Identity — Aberglasslyn

Who lives here — how many people, how old they are, and how communities identify.

Area: Aberglasslyn (Suburb / Locality)

A typically young population defines Aberglasslyn, where the usual resident is just 32 years old. This is noticeably younger than the national figure of 38. With over 6,500 residents, it is one of the largest areas of its kind in the region.

The typical resident is 32, making this area noticeably younger than both New South Wales and Australia. This age is among the lowest for similar areas.

Indigenous identity is strong in Aberglasslyn, with 7.6% of people identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, well above the state and national figures. More people are in de facto relationships here than in most other areas.

Families with children are common here, as those under 15 make up 25.2% of the population, well above the national figure. Meanwhile, seniors aged 65 and over make up only 9.2%, which is much lower than most areas.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 6,552 | +129.3% since 2011 |
| Median age | 32 yrs | +3.2% since 2011 |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 7.6% | +136.9% since 2011 |
| People aged 65 and over | 9.2% | +47.8% since 2011 |
| Children under 15 | 25.2% | -6.9% since 2011 |
| People in a de facto relationship | 14.0% | +60.4% since 2011 |

**Age structure** — Young adults (25–44) 31.2%, Children (0–14) 25.2%, Older adults (45–64) 21.6%, Youth (15–24) 12.9%, Seniors (65+) 9.2%

**Marital status** — Married 50.3%, Never married 35.6%, Divorced 7.2%, Separated 4.0%, Widowed 2.9%

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10009/aberglasslyn/topic/demographics-identity