Razorback
Household income at the 94.9th percentile is Razorback's standout feature, alongside a median age of 43, which is 3 years above the national comparison. Its 1,174 residents occupy 45.98 sq km at 25.5 people per sq km, creating a low-density, detached-home setting. Four-plus-bedroom dwellings account for 78.0%, and 40.0% work from home, supporting a space-oriented lifestyle. Compared with nearby Picton, Razorback reads as more rural-residential, with 100.0% of recorded dwellings separate houses. Families are central: 52.7% of families are couples with children and average household size is 3.3, or 0.8 above national. The trade-off is access, because 53.7% drive to work while only 0.8% use public transport.
Local council: Wollondilly
Population
1,174
Median Age
43.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,730/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
27
Homebuyers are choosing a strongly detached market: 100.0% of recorded dwellings are separate houses and 78.0% have 4 or more bedrooms. That suits families needing space, but narrows the product mix compared with areas where apartments or semi-detached homes are common. A monthly mortgage figure of $3,000 sits alongside 45.8% of households with a mortgage and 41.9% owning outright. Mortgage costs equal 25.4% of household income, with no mortgage-stress flag, while household income sits at the 94.9th percentile. Weekly rent is $445 and vacancy is 5.5%, useful context for buyers comparing ownership with renting. Car dependence matters because 53.7% drive to work and only 0.8% use public transport.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are choosing a strongly detached market: 100.0% of recorded dwellings are separate houses and 78.0% have 4 or more bedrooms. That suits families needing space, but narrows the product mix compared with areas where apartments or semi-detached homes are common. A monthly mortgage figure of $3,000 sits alongside 45.8% of households with a mortgage and 41.9% owning outright. Mortgage costs equal 25.4% of household income, with no mortgage-stress flag, while household income sits at the 94.9th percentile. Weekly rent is $445 and vacancy is 5.5%, useful context for buyers comparing ownership with renting. Car dependence matters because 53.7% drive to work and only 0.8% use public transport.
For Investors
Razorback suits an investor seeking detached housing and a relatively affluent owner base more than a high-turnover rental strategy. Only 8.1% of households rent, compared with 41.9% owning outright and 45.8% paying a mortgage, so the tenant pool is smaller than the owner-occupier base. Weekly rent is $445 and vacancy is 5.5%, creating a yield question that needs a current purchase price rather than rent alone. Development activity reached 26 applications in 12 months; recent examples include alterations to a dwelling, a shed, a depot and a swimming pool. This points to property improvement rather than a clearly identified apartment pipeline. Household income at the 94.9th percentile may support resident demand, while 40.0% working from home can reinforce demand for larger houses. Compared with a rental-heavy suburb, investors should weigh land, maintenance and resale depth heavily.
Development Activity
Total DAs
156
Last 12 Months
27
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+50.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Razorback has an older and more locally rooted profile than the national comparison: median age is 43, or 3 years above national, while 87.7% stayed at the same address and turnover is 12.3%. University qualification attainment is 27.1%, 3.0 percentage points below national, and 14.9% were born overseas, 6.7 points below national. English, Irish and Scottish ancestry counts are 453, 109 and 100, with Italian ancestry at 89, giving the area an Anglo-leaning pattern. Families shape demand: 52.7% of families are couples with children, compared with 39.2% couples without children, and average household size is 3.3, or 0.8 above national. Compared with nearby Picton, Razorback's larger-lot setting and older profile may appeal more to households prioritising space and continuity than to highly mobile renters.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
100.0%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Razorback's housing stock is unusually consistent: 100.0% of recorded dwellings are separate houses, and 78.0% contain 4 or more bedrooms. Tenure is split between 45.8% with a mortgage and 41.9% owned outright, leaving 8.1% renting. The $3,000 monthly mortgage figure compares with weekly rent of $445, while mortgage costs account for 25.4% of household income and rent costs 16.3%, both without a recorded stress flag. A 5.5% vacancy rate is below the renter share, an unusual relationship that may reflect occasional vacancy in a low-density market. Compared with nearby Picton, buyers should expect less dwelling-type variety and more exposure to land, upkeep and larger-house pricing. The 45.98 sq km area and 25.5 people per sq km reinforce that spread-out form.
Mortgage / mo
$3,000
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $445.
$780
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $790
HH Size
3.3
Personal Income / wk
$891
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.5%
Unoccupied
19
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
16.3%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.4%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
52.7%
Couples with children
39.2%
Couples, no children
5.8%
Single parent
311
Total families
Economy & Employment
Razorback combines high household earnings with a practical employment base. Household income is $2,730 a week at the 94.9th percentile, while family income is $2,721 and personal income is $891. Construction leads at 20.3% and 72 workers, higher than Education at 15.5% and 55; Healthcare contributes 10.1% and 36, followed by Professional/Tech at 6.8% and Transport at 6.5%. The occupational mix is led by Managers at 120, Clerical/Admin at 99 and Professionals at 90, with Trades at 82. A 63.5% participation rate, 2.3% unemployment rate and 53.0% full-time rate point to solid labour engagement. The large construction share aligns with detached housing and property work, while 40.0% working from home helps explain why higher-income households can live farther from major employment centres.
Unemployment
2.3%
Labour Force
599
Unemployed
14
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
53.0%
Part-time
34.2%
Participation
63.5%
Employed
585
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
27.1%
Postgraduate
6.0%
Born Overseas
14.9%
Dwellings
329
Transport to Work
Razorback's livability is strongest for households that value space, home-based work and private transport. All recorded dwellings are separate houses, 78.0% have 4 or more bedrooms and 40.0% of workers work from home, so a larger home can support both family life and a study. Access is car-led: 53.7% drive to work, compared with 0.8% using public transport and 0.8% walking or cycling. The suburb covers 45.98 sq km at 25.5 people per sq km, making trip planning for work and daily services more important than in a compact centre. With a median age of 43, 3 years above the national comparison, the setting may suit established households more than residents seeking a highly walkable, transit-oriented routine. The 87.7% stay rate also supports a settled feel, higher than the 12.3% turnover rate.
Drive
53.7%
Public Transport
0.8%
Walk / Cycle
0.8%
Work from Home
40.0%
Growth Outlook
Razorback's near-term change appears incremental, with 26 development applications recorded across 12 months and recent examples covering dwelling alterations, a shed, a depot and a swimming pool. That pattern fits a low-density settlement of 1,174 residents across 45.98 sq km more than a large, apartment-led release. Residential stability is high: 87.7% stayed at the same address, compared with a 12.3% turnover rate, so change is more likely to come through gradual household movement and property upgrades than rapid churn. The 25.5 people-per-sq-km density is below a compact urban form, which can slow infrastructure intensification but preserve land-based appeal. Compared with nearby Picton, Razorback's development story is better characterised by additions and detached-home activity than by town-centre redevelopment.
Population trend: Wollondilly council area
Razorback sits in the Wollondilly council area. These are the council area's residents, not Razorback's.
Residents 2025
62,080
Growth, 5 yr average
+3.0%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+3.9%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Razorback compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Razorback a good suburb to live in?
Razorback can suit households seeking detached housing, space and a quieter routine. It has 1,174 residents, 100.0% separate houses and 78.0% with 4 or more bedrooms. Car use is high at 53.7%, while public transport is 0.8%, so the lifestyle is less convenient for people without a vehicle than in transit-oriented areas.
What is the median house price in Razorback?
Check recent verified sales for the current median house price, especially because 100.0% of recorded dwellings are separate houses and 78.0% have 4 or more bedrooms. The $3,000 monthly mortgage figure and household income of $2,730 a week provide context, but they should not be treated as a sale-price substitute.
What schools are in Razorback?
School decisions should be made using the exact address and current enrolment zones. Razorback covers 45.98 sq km at 25.5 people per sq km, so nearby government, Catholic and independent options may not sit within the suburb boundary. Allow for travel time and confirm intake rules before buying, rather than assuming proximity from a postcode alone.
Is Razorback safe?
Use the latest NSW Police incident information for the exact streets and compare 12-month patterns before deciding. Razorback's density is 25.5 people per sq km across 45.98 sq km, but a low-density setting alone cannot establish safety. Also inspect lighting, road conditions and travel routes at different times, particularly because 53.7% of workers drive.
Is Razorback good for property investment?
It may suit a land-focused, lower-turnover strategy, but the case depends on the purchase price and property condition. Only 8.1% of households rent, weekly rent is $445 and vacancy is 5.5%, compared with 45.8% paying a mortgage. A further 26 development applications in 12 months point to ongoing works, so investors should compare holding costs, tenant demand and resale depth rather than relying on rent alone.
How is Razorback's population changing?
Razorback has 1,174 residents, with 87.7% staying at the same address and turnover of 12.3%. That is a more settled pattern than a high-churn rental market. Household size is 3.3, or 0.8 above the national comparison, and couples with children account for 52.7% of families. Change is therefore more likely to come through gradual household turnover and property upgrades than rapid resident churn.
What development is occurring in Razorback?
Development activity reached 26 applications in the past 12 months. Recent examples include dwelling alterations, a shed, a depot and a swimming pool, pointing to property upgrades and small-scale functional changes rather than a clearly identified apartment pipeline. Check each application's status, cost and dwelling yield before assuming it will change local housing supply.
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).
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