Bradbury
With 9,433 residents across 3.54 square kilometres, Bradbury is a compact, established Campbelltown-area suburb where 88.9% of occupied dwellings are separate houses. Its median age of 34 is 6 years below the national average, while household income sits at the 49.6th percentile. Compared with nearby Airds and Campbelltown, the suburb reads as more family-oriented and detached, with 43.5% of families being couples with children and 39.6% of households paying a mortgage. The combination supports stable demand, but growth is slow at 0.39% annually.
Population
9,433
Median Age
34.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,557/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
67
Bradbury suits buyers prioritising conventional family housing over apartment living. Separate houses make up 88.9% of dwellings, with 51.5% having 3 bedrooms and 39.0% having 4 or more, so the stock is practical for households needing space. Mortgage commitments are $2,000 a month, while weekly rent is $385, and mortgage costs equal 29.7% of household income, higher than rent's 24.7% share. Compared with smaller-unit markets, buyers get more land-oriented choice, but should test repayments against rates, maintenance and commuting costs.
For Buyers
Bradbury suits buyers prioritising conventional family housing over apartment living. Separate houses make up 88.9% of dwellings, with 51.5% having 3 bedrooms and 39.0% having 4 or more, so the stock is practical for households needing space. Mortgage commitments are $2,000 a month, while weekly rent is $385, and mortgage costs equal 29.7% of household income, higher than rent's 24.7% share. Compared with smaller-unit markets, buyers get more land-oriented choice, but should test repayments against rates, maintenance and commuting costs.
For Investors
Bradbury's rental case is supported by 33.9% of households renting, weekly rent of $385 and a 4.5% vacancy rate. Demand is linked to a local employment base led by healthcare at 19.9% and education at 14.0%, while overseas migration is the primary growth driver. Development activity is material at 64 applications in 12 months, including secondary dwellings, which can add rental supply and improve housing flexibility but also create competition. Rent growth of 54.2% is notable alongside the slow 0.39% annual population trend. Compared with an owner-occupier-only suburb, the rental base is meaningful, but investors should allow for supply risk and property-specific costs.
Development Activity
Total DAs
417
Last 12 Months
67
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-24.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Bradbury
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Demographics
Bradbury's 9,433 residents are relatively young and family-oriented: median age is 34, 6 years below the national average, while average household size is 2.8, or 0.3 above national. Overseas-born residents account for 25.6%, 4 points above the national share, with Arabic 193, Bengali 75 and Samoan 47 among recorded languages. English ancestry leads at 2,850, followed by Other 1,638 and Irish 805. Christianity numbers 4,681, no religion 2,856 and Islam 689. Compared with nearby Airds and Campbelltown, Bradbury's 80.0% stay rate suggests established local ties. Its university share is 24.3%, 5.8 points below national, reinforcing a practical service and trades profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
88.9%
Houses
7.9%
Townhouse
3.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Bradbury is detached-dominant rather than apartment-led: 88.9% of dwellings are separate houses, compared with 3.2% apartments and 7.9% semi-detached homes. Tenure is split between 25.4% owned outright, 39.6% with a mortgage and 33.9% rented, giving the suburb a substantial owner-occupier base alongside a usable rental pool. Three-bedroom homes account for 51.5% and 4-plus-bedroom homes 39.0%, consistent with its 2.8-person average household size. Mortgage costs represent 29.7% of household income, higher than rent at 24.7%. Compared with nearby Campbelltown, Bradbury's housing story is more suburban and house-focused.
Mortgage / mo
$2,000
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $385.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $630 · units $500
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$731
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.5%
Unoccupied
152
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.7%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
43.5%
Couples with children
29.9%
Couples, no children
25.1%
Single parent
2,511
Total families
Economy & Employment
Bradbury's employment base leans toward essential services: healthcare represents 19.9% with 446 workers, education 14.0% with 314, and construction and retail 8.4% each with 189. Manufacturing adds 7.9% and 178 workers. Occupations span professionals 588, clerical and administration 546, trades 510, machinery and drivers 476, and community and personal services 462. Unemployment is 6.2%, participation 54.6% and full-time employment 53.9%. Socioeconomic measures sit in lower ranges: IRSAD and IRSD are both decile 2, IER decile 3 and IEO decile 2. These are below higher-decile areas, despite the service base, because education and occupation measures remain comparatively modest.
Unemployment
6.2%
Labour Force
3,973
Unemployed
247
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
53.9%
Part-time
28.7%
Participation
54.6%
Employed
3,726
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
24.3%
Postgraduate
6.7%
Born Overseas
25.6%
Dwellings
3,200
Transport to Work
Daily life is car-oriented. 60.8% travel as car drivers, compared with 2.2% using public transport and 1.4% walking or cycling, although 30.3% work from home. That pattern suits households with vehicles and flexible work, but commuters should test bus connections and peak travel times rather than assume rail-style access. Bradbury Public School provides 1 nearby government primary option; check enrolment zones and the exact secondary-school route before buying. The suburb covers 3.54 square kilometres at 2,663 people per square kilometre, so local trips can be convenient even where regional travel is car-dependent. With IRSAD in decile 2, livability is below higher-decile areas, making services, transport cost and household budget important to assess. Safety should be checked using current street-level police information and an evening visit.
Drive
60.8%
Public Transport
2.2%
Walk / Cycle
1.4%
Work from Home
30.3%
Population Forecast
+0.39%/yr
(+81 people/yr)
EstablishedBradbury is forecast to grow at 0.39% annually, with overseas migration identified as the primary driver. The wider shift trajectory is Mixed: population change is 4.5% over 10 years, senior share has increased by 3.0 percentage points, and affordability is worsening from 48.2 in 2011 to 53.2 in 2021. Rent growth of 54.2% adds pressure even as the suburb remains established. Compared with a fast-expanding fringe market, this is a slower trajectory. Gentrification is assessed as Not gentrifying at score 0, while the shift assessment flags Early signs at 38. Buyers should expect gradual change rather than a sudden reset.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+154
Net Internal / yr
-172
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Net internal outflow -172/yr
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Bradbury compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bradbury a good suburb to live in?
Bradbury can suit households wanting detached housing, local primary access and a younger age profile. It has 88.9% separate houses, a median age of 34 and 30.3% working from home. Car dependence is significant at 60.8%, so compare commute times and transport needs before choosing an address.
What is the median house price in Bradbury?
A current median house price should be checked against settled sales before making an offer. Bradbury is dominated by 88.9% separate houses, while 51.5% of homes have 3 bedrooms and 39.0% have 4 or more. Compare like-for-like sales by land size, renovation level and bedroom count rather than relying on one headline figure.
What schools are in Bradbury?
Bradbury Public School is the named local option, providing government primary schooling. Families should confirm the exact intake zone and secondary pathway because school access can change by address. Bradbury has 9,433 residents and 2.2% use public transport, so a school run may be easier by car than by bus for some households.
Is Bradbury safe?
Safety should be judged with current NSW Police mapping, council information and visits at different times, because conditions can vary by street. Bradbury has 3.54 square kilometres and 2,663 people per square kilometre, so activity and natural surveillance may differ between busy and quieter pockets. Check lighting, parking and evening movement before renting or buying.
Is Bradbury good for property investment?
Bradbury may suit investors seeking established houses with a meaningful rental base. Renting accounts for 33.9%, weekly rent is $385 and vacancy is 4.5%. However, 64 development applications in 12 months, including secondary dwellings, could add competing supply. Rent growth of 54.2% is stronger than the 0.39% annual population trend, so assess whether recent rent momentum can persist.
How is Bradbury's population changing?
Population change is gradual rather than rapid. The annual trend is 0.39%, while change across the wider area is 4.5% over 10 years and overseas migration is the primary driver. Bradbury's median age is 34, but the senior share has risen by 3.0 percentage points, so demand may remain family-oriented while ageing becomes more visible.
What development is occurring in Bradbury?
Development activity is relatively noticeable for an established suburb, with 64 applications lodged over 12 months. Recent examples include secondary dwellings and earthworks, retaining walls and structural support. This can improve housing flexibility and add rental supply, but owners should check approvals, drainage, privacy and construction impacts. Compare the application type with the exact property, since 88.9% of dwellings are separate houses.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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