Denham Court
A 33-year median age, 9,129 residents and a 70.8% share of 4-plus-bedroom homes point to a young, family-focused mortgage-belt suburb. Household income sits at the 91.6th percentile, while 43.9% of residents were born overseas, 22.3 percentage points above the national comparison. The 88.0% separate-house share reinforces a low-density setting. For buyers comparing Denham Court with Leppington or Edmondson Park, its strongest distinction is the combination of large homes, high household earnings and rapid development-led growth.
Population
9,129
Median Age
33.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,448/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
50
Denham Court suits buyers prioritising detached family housing, with 88.0% of dwellings being separate houses and 70.8% containing 4 or more bedrooms. That form reflects the suburb's 60.7% share of couples with children and average household size of 3.2, which is 0.7 above the national comparison. Mortgage commitments average $2,784 monthly, while 61.8% of households have a mortgage and mortgage costs equal 26.3% of household income. Compared with a more apartment-oriented market, buyers should expect a stronger family-house focus, but obtain current comparable sales before setting a budget.
For Buyers
Denham Court suits buyers prioritising detached family housing, with 88.0% of dwellings being separate houses and 70.8% containing 4 or more bedrooms. That form reflects the suburb's 60.7% share of couples with children and average household size of 3.2, which is 0.7 above the national comparison. Mortgage commitments average $2,784 monthly, while 61.8% of households have a mortgage and mortgage costs equal 26.3% of household income. Compared with a more apartment-oriented market, buyers should expect a stronger family-house focus, but obtain current comparable sales before setting a budget.
For Investors
The rental market has 17.4% of households renting, a weekly median rent of $548 and a 3.5% vacancy rate. Those figures can support tenant demand, although the suburb's 88.0% separate-house share means investors need to price detached properties against their purchase cost rather than assume a return. Development is active, with 51 applications recorded over 12 months, and the annual growth trend is 5.97%, driven primarily by internal migration. Compared with a mature, supply-constrained suburb, Denham Court presents stronger development exposure but also more competition from new dwellings.
Development Activity
Total DAs
684
Last 12 Months
50
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-23.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Denham Court
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
Denham Court has a median age of 33, which is 7.0 years younger than the national comparison, and an average household size of 3.2, or 0.7 above national. Couples with children account for 60.7% of families, helping explain demand for larger homes and schools. Overseas-born residents represent 43.9%, which is 22.3 percentage points above national; prominent ancestries include English at 1,127 people, Indian at 982 and Italian at 720. Christianity counts 4,993 residents, Islam 1,478 and Hinduism 926. Compared with an older suburb, Denham Court's younger family base and international migration profile are more pronounced.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
88.0%
Houses
3.6%
Townhouse
8.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is strongly detached and family-sized: 88.0% of dwellings are separate houses, 8.3% are apartments and 3.6% are semi-detached. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms account for 70.8%, higher than the shares for 3 bedrooms at 15.6% and 2 bedrooms at 12.6%. Tenure is led by mortgages at 61.8%, while 15.3% own outright and 17.4% rent. The average household size of 3.2 is 0.7 above national, which helps explain the larger floorplans. Mortgage costs equal 26.3% of income and rent equals 22.4%, so both are below the level flagged as housing stress. Compared with apartment-led areas, the housing stock is more spacious and ownership-oriented.
Mortgage / mo
$2,784
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $548.
$700
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $750 · units $550
HH Size
3.2
Personal Income / wk
$981
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
3.5%
Unoccupied
96
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
60.7%
Couples with children
29.4%
Couples, no children
9.0%
Single parent
2,422
Total families
Economy & Employment
Denham Court's main industries are healthcare at 18.2% with 548 workers, education at 10.2% with 307, professional and technical services at 9.8% with 295, construction at 9.0% with 270, and finance at 8.5% with 255. Professionals number 1,189, followed by clerical and administrative workers at 661 and managers at 565. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, participation is 62.3% and full-time employment is 61.4%. Household income ranks at the 91.6th percentile. SEIFA reinforces this position: IER is in decile 10, IRSAD decile 9, while IEO and IRSD are both decile 8. Compared with the national average, high professional employment and strong economic-resource scores help explain the income profile.
Unemployment
4.4%
Labour Force
4,277
Unemployed
190
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
61.4%
Part-time
24.6%
Participation
62.3%
Employed
4,087
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
47.4%
Postgraduate
13.6%
Born Overseas
43.9%
Dwellings
2,659
Transport to Work
Daily travel is car-oriented, with 47.4% driving to work compared with 2.1% using public transport and 0.4% walking or cycling. However, 46.9% work from home, which can reduce commuting pressure for some households. Denham Court Public School provides 1 government primary option within the suburb; families should check enrolment zones against the exact address, while secondary and non-government choices may require comparison with nearby campuses. IRSAD is in decile 9, above the national midpoint, and household income sits at the 91.6th percentile. A current local crime check is still important because no crime-rate figure is available; compare recent police information with nearby suburbs rather than infer safety from income or housing.
Drive
47.4%
Public Transport
2.1%
Walk / Cycle
0.4%
Work from Home
46.9%
Population Forecast
+5.97%/yr
(+1,276 people/yr)
High GrowthDenham Court is classified as high growth, with an annual trend of 5.97% and internal migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is recorded at 858.6% over 10 years, while the shift is labelled Rejuvenating and the young share has increased by 13.5 percentage points. This momentum is consistent with 51 development applications over 12 months. Growth is development-led rather than gentrification-led: the gentrification score is 0, the stage is marked New development and the shift assessment is Not gentrifying. Compared with a mature established suburb, the combination of new housing, internal migration and a younger population points to continued expansion pressure.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+184
Net Internal / yr
+1,099
Gentrification Signal
New development
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Denham Court compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Denham Court a good suburb to live in?
Denham Court suits households seeking newer, detached family housing, with 88.0% separate houses and 70.8% of homes having 4 or more bedrooms. Its median age is 33, which is 7.0 years younger than national, and household income ranks at the 91.6th percentile. Compared with a more apartment-oriented suburb, it is more car-dependent and family-focused.
What is the median house price in Denham Court?
A verified median house price requires a current local sales source. Denham Court has 88.0% separate houses and 70.8% of dwellings with 4 or more bedrooms, so price comparisons should focus on similar detached family homes rather than apartments. Buyers should also allow for average mortgage costs of $2,784 per month when testing affordability.
What schools are in Denham Court?
Denham Court Public School is the local government primary school option identified within the suburb. Families should check the exact enrolment zone because access can vary across the 13.38 square kilometre area. Compared with relying only on local provision, secondary and non-government choices should be assessed by campus location, travel time and sector.
Is Denham Court safe?
A current safety decision should use NSW Police incident information rather than infer conditions from housing or income. Denham Court has a median age of 33 and a vacancy rate of 3.5%, but neither measure is a crime indicator. Compare recent incident patterns with nearby suburbs and check the specific street, lighting, traffic and pedestrian conditions before choosing a home.
Is Denham Court good for property investment?
Denham Court may suit investors seeking exposure to a growing detached-house market. Weekly rent is $548, vacancy is 3.5%, and 17.4% of households rent. The annual growth trend is 5.97%, with internal migration the primary driver, while 51 development applications in 12 months indicate ongoing supply. Compared with an established suburb, returns may have stronger growth exposure but also greater competition from new homes.
How is Denham Court's population changing?
Denham Court currently has 9,129 residents and a median age of 33. The wider-area forecast records 5.97% annual growth, with internal migration as the main driver, and labels the trajectory Rejuvenating. The young share has increased by 13.5 percentage points, while population change across the wider area is recorded at 858.6% over 10 years. Compared with a mature suburb, the profile is younger and more expansion-oriented.
What languages are spoken in Denham Court?
Denham Court has an overseas-born share of 43.9%, which is 22.3 percentage points above national. The most recorded non-English languages include Arabic with 331 speakers, Bengali with 176, Hindi with 149, Urdu with 141 and Nepali with 84. Compared with the national profile, these figures point to a stronger migration-linked language mix alongside English-speaking households.
Is Denham Court experiencing a lot of development?
Yes. Denham Court has 51 development applications recorded over 12 months, including dwelling houses and other residential or site works. The suburb is classified as high growth, with a 5.97% annual trend and a New development stage. Compared with a settled suburb, the active pipeline means buyers and investors should check construction timing, road access, local services and the effect of new supply on competition.
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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