Enmore
At 34 residents spread across 222 square kilometres, Enmore is one of NSW's most sparsely populated localities, recording a density of just 0.2 persons per square kilometre, far below any suburban benchmark. The median house price of $1,800,000 combined with this tiny resident count signals a locality defined by large rural landholdings rather than residential density. Household income sits at the 58.6th percentile nationally, above average despite the remote setting. The median age of 57 is 17 years above the national figure, pointing to an established, older landholder base with deep roots rather than a growing residential community.
Population
3,871
Median Age
35.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,309/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
36
Median House
$2.1M
12m to Jun 2026 (PSI)
The median house price is $1,800,000, based on recent sales data. Price history shows a move from $1,831,500 in 2024 to $1,780,000 in 2025, a fall of approximately 2.8% over one year, compared to many metropolitan markets that saw gains over the same period. All recorded dwellings are separate houses, and 100% of residents own their homes outright with no mortgage holders recorded, a tenure concentration far above the national norm where outright owners account for around 31%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,961, which at a mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.8% sits below the 30% stress threshold. The 3-bedroom configuration accounts for 100% of recorded bedroom types, consistent with rural homesteads.
For Buyers
The median house price is $1,800,000, based on recent sales data. Price history shows a move from $1,831,500 in 2024 to $1,780,000 in 2025, a fall of approximately 2.8% over one year, compared to many metropolitan markets that saw gains over the same period. All recorded dwellings are separate houses, and 100% of residents own their homes outright with no mortgage holders recorded, a tenure concentration far above the national norm where outright owners account for around 31%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,961, which at a mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.8% sits below the 30% stress threshold. The 3-bedroom configuration accounts for 100% of recorded bedroom types, consistent with rural homesteads.
For Investors
With no rental activity recorded and 100% owner-occupancy, Enmore offers no conventional residential rental market to analyse. The median house price fell 2.8% over one year from $1,831,500 in 2024 to $1,780,000 in 2025, a soft capital growth signal compared to the national average. Development activity is moderate at 33 applications lodged in 12 months, with samples including subdivision, demolition and semi-detached dwelling construction. Net internal migration for the broader area averages minus 314 persons per year, partially offset by overseas inflows of 308 per year. The investment case rests on land value rather than yield, given the complete absence of rental market data.
Development Activity
Total DAs
224
Last 12 Months
36
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+16.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Enmore iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
St Pius' Catholic Primary School
K-6 · 121 students
Demographics
With a median age of 57, Enmore residents are 17 years older than the national median, placing the locality at the high end of the aging spectrum nationally. The senior share rose 4.0 points over the decade while the young adult share fell 1.2 points, reinforcing the aging trajectory. Male residents make up 52.9% of the population, above the typical national split. University qualifications reach 20.0%, which is 10.1 percentage points below the national figure, consistent with a rural landholder community. Ancestry data shows English (10), Irish (8) and Scottish (8) as the leading recorded groups. Couples without children represent 65.5% of families, well above the national norm, consistent with an older post-family demographic. Average household size of 2.5 matches the national average.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
17.5%
Houses
46.5%
Townhouse
32.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Every recorded dwelling is a separate house, and 100% of residents own their properties outright, a tenure concentration that is exceptional compared to national norms where outright ownership sits around 31%. No mortgage holders or renters are recorded. The 3-bedroom configuration accounts for all recorded bedroom data, pointing to standardised homestead-style dwellings across large rural lots. Price movement shows the median at $1,780,000 in 2025, down 2.8% from the 2024 peak of $1,831,500, though the thin transaction base means this figure carries more uncertainty than in higher-volume markets. Monthly mortgage costs average $1,961 at current rates, with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.8% below the stress threshold.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General (12m to Jun 2026 (PSI))
Mortgage / mo
$2,994
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (January to March 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $500.
$770
Bond data Mar 2026 · houses $970 · units $700
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$1,245
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
10.3%
Unoccupied
183
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.9%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
40.0%
Couples, no children
2,288
Total families
Economy & Employment
Agriculture is the sole recorded industry, employing 4 workers and accounting for 100% of the identified workforce, placing Enmore at the extreme end of rural specialisation compared to the nationally diversified economy. The participation rate is 57.1%, broadly in line with national averages, though only 7 residents work full-time against 9 part-time. Managers form the largest occupational group with 6 counted, followed by Community and Personal Service workers with 3. Real income growth reached 21.6% over the decade, above many regional benchmarks. The SEIFA IRSAD score of 977 places the locality at decile 5 nationally, at the median. The IER decile of 3 flags below-average economic resources relative to the house price, suggesting wealth is concentrated in land rather than income.
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
71.1%
Part-time
24.0%
Participation
65.8%
Employed
2,158
Occupations
Top Industries
University
63.1%
Postgraduate
19.2%
Born Overseas
30.1%
Dwellings
1,587
Transport to Work
Car dependency is complete in Enmore, with 100% of residents driving and no recorded public transport, walking or cycling, compared to the national average where around 10% use public transport. Volunteering reaches 28.0% of residents, above the national figure of roughly 19%, reflecting the strong community participation culture common in small rural localities. The IRSAD decile of 5 places Enmore at the national midpoint for relative socio-economic advantage. The IEO score of 1018 at decile 7 indicates above-average education and occupation opportunity relative to national norms. Mortgage stress is absent at a 26.8% mortgage-to-income ratio.
Drive
50.5%
Public Transport
19.3%
Walk / Cycle
25.5%
Work from Home
N/A
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Enmore compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Enmore a good suburb to live in?
Enmore suits those seeking large rural landholdings rather than suburban amenity. It has 34 residents across 222 square kilometres, 100% home ownership, and a median age of 57, which is 17 years above the national figure.
What is the median house price in Enmore?
The median house price is $1,780,000 as of 2025, down 2.8% from $1,831,500 in 2024. All recorded dwellings are separate houses with 3 bedrooms. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,961, giving a mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.8%, below the 30% stress threshold.
What schools are in Enmore?
With a population of just 34 residents across 222 square kilometres, families rely on schools in nearby regional centres. University qualification rates stand at 20.0%, which is 10.1 percentage points below the national average, reflecting the rural character of the area.
Is Enmore safe?
Crime statistics are not recorded separately for Enmore given its population of 34 residents. As an indirect indicator, the SEIFA IRSD decile of 4 places it slightly below the national median on relative disadvantage, and zero residents are recorded as requiring daily assistance, consistent with a stable rural environment.
Is Enmore good for property investment?
Enmore records no rental activity and 100% owner-occupancy, so there is no conventional residential rental market. The median house price is $1,780,000, down 2.8% in one year from $1,831,500. With 33 development applications in 12 months and 0.29% annual population growth, the investment case centres on land value rather than rental yield.
How is Enmore's population changing?
The population is 34 residents, with a 6.7% increase recorded over the past decade. Annual growth in the broader area is approximately 71 persons per year at 0.29%. The median age is 57, as the senior share rose 4.0 points and the young adult share fell 1.2 points over 10 years, indicating an aging resident base.
How much development is happening in Enmore?
There were 33 development applications lodged in the past 12 months, a high volume relative to a population of 34 residents. Recent applications include subdivision, demolition and semi-detached dwelling construction, suggesting some land fragmentation and rural residential activity is underway despite slow population growth of 0.29% annually.
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 Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), 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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