Weston
Weston's strongest signal is its 95.9% separate-house share across 5.45 sq km, giving the 4,088-resident suburb a distinctly detached, mortgage-oriented profile. At 37, the median age is 3 years below the national figure, while household size is 2.6, just 0.1 above national. Household income sits at the 34.2 percentile, and 40.9% of homes are mortgaged versus 33.2% owned outright. Only 5.2% of residents were born overseas, 16.4 percentage points below national, so Weston reads as more locally established than nearby Kurri Kurri. That mix supports family housing and car-based routines rather than apartment living.
Population
4,088
Median Age
37.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,343/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
38
Weston suits buyers seeking a conventional family house rather than an apartment. Separate houses account for 95.9% of dwellings, while 52.8% have 3 bedrooms and 27.1% have 4 or more, so the stock is more family-sized than compact. The reported mortgage commitment is $1,517 a month, equal to 26.1% of household income, and mortgage stress is not flagged. Ownership is split between 40.9% with a mortgage and 33.2% outright, compared with 25.0% renting. A 4.7% vacancy rate gives some choice, while 81.5% driving to work makes commuting costs important. Weston's separate-house share is higher than its 0.7% apartment share, leaving fewer low-maintenance options.
For Buyers
Weston suits buyers seeking a conventional family house rather than an apartment. Separate houses account for 95.9% of dwellings, while 52.8% have 3 bedrooms and 27.1% have 4 or more, so the stock is more family-sized than compact. The reported mortgage commitment is $1,517 a month, equal to 26.1% of household income, and mortgage stress is not flagged. Ownership is split between 40.9% with a mortgage and 33.2% outright, compared with 25.0% renting. A 4.7% vacancy rate gives some choice, while 81.5% driving to work makes commuting costs important. Weston's separate-house share is higher than its 0.7% apartment share, leaving fewer low-maintenance options.
For Investors
Weston presents a conventional rental proposition, but not an especially tight-market story. Weekly rent is $320 and vacancy is 4.7%, while 25.0% of households rent, below the 40.9% holding a mortgage. Rent stress is not flagged and rent is 23.8% of household income, which can support tenant affordability. Development activity reached 38 applications over 12 months, including examples involving a secondary dwelling, swimming pool and shed, creating potential incremental supply. The wider forecast names overseas migration as the primary driver and records rent growth of 16.3%, higher than a flat-rent scenario. Investors should weigh the 0.97% annual growth trend against maintenance, tenant depth and car dependence.
Development Activity
Total DAs
245
Last 12 Months
38
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+8.6%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Weston
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
Weston has a locally rooted cultural profile. English ancestry accounts for 1,806 residents, followed by Scottish ancestry at 416 and Irish ancestry at 363. Only 5.2% of residents were born overseas, 16.4 percentage points below national, while university participation is 10.2%, or 19.9 points below national. The median age of 37 is 3 years below national and household size is 2.6, 0.1 above national. Couples with children make up 37.4% of families, compared with 35.1% couples without children and 25.0% one-parent families. Christianity counts 1,899 people and no religion 1,814. With 82.0% staying at the same address, residential continuity is higher than the 18.0% turnover rate.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
95.9%
Houses
3.2%
Townhouse
0.7%
Apartment
Tenure
Weston's housing is overwhelmingly detached: 95.9% separate houses, 3.2% semi-detached and 0.7% apartments. The bedroom mix is concentrated in 3-bedroom homes at 52.8%, followed by 4-plus at 27.1%, so larger family stock is more common than small formats. Tenure is relatively owner-oriented, with 33.2% owned outright and 40.9% mortgaged, compared with 25.0% renting. Mortgage costs are $1,517 monthly against a $1,343 weekly household income, with mortgage-to-income at 26.1%; rent is $320 weekly and 23.8% of income. Compared with apartment-led suburbs, Weston has a higher detached share and fewer easy-entry units, making block condition and upkeep important in price comparisons.
Mortgage / mo
$1,517
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $320.
$515
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $535
HH Size
2.6
Personal Income / wk
$635
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.7%
Unoccupied
71
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.1%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
37.4%
Couples with children
35.1%
Couples, no children
25.0%
Single parent
1,148
Total families
Economy & Employment
Weston's work base is anchored by healthcare, which accounts for 21.0% of industry employment and 197 workers, followed by construction at 10.2% and 96 workers, manufacturing at 8.0% and 75, mining at 7.9% and 74, and education at 7.4% and 69. The occupational mix leans practical, with 304 trades workers, 257 labourers and 195 machinery or drivers, alongside 217 community and personal service and 206 clerical or administrative roles. Participation is 55.2%, unemployment is 7.6% and full-time employment is 57.9%. Area-level advantage is above the national midpoint: IEO is decile 10, IER 8, IRSD 9 and IRSAD 9. Those results are higher than the 34.2 household-income percentile might suggest, reflecting a mixed workforce and established housing base.
Unemployment
7.6%
Labour Force
1,772
Unemployed
134
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
57.9%
Part-time
34.0%
Participation
55.2%
Employed
1,638
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
10.2%
Postgraduate
1.5%
Born Overseas
5.2%
Dwellings
1,457
Transport to Work
Daily life in Weston is strongly car-oriented: 81.5% travel as car drivers, compared with 0.4% using public transport and 1.3% walking or cycling; 12.2% work from home. Weston Public School is a local government primary school, giving families a local primary option, while exact enrolment zones should be checked against the address. The suburb covers 5.45 sq km and has 4,088 residents, so services are neighbourhood-scaled rather than metropolitan in range. Area advantage is high, with IRSAD and IRSD both at decile 9, above the national midpoint. For safety, review current police incident information before choosing a street. Compared with transit-led suburbs, Weston's transport pattern makes a reliable car and realistic school or work travel times more important.
Drive
81.5%
Public Transport
0.4%
Walk / Cycle
1.3%
Work from Home
12.2%
Population Forecast
+0.97%/yr
(+39 people/yr)
EstablishedWeston's growth outlook is positive but moderate. The annual trend is 0.97%, above zero, and the primary migration driver is overseas migration. Population change across the wider area is 22.9% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is Mixed. Rent growth of 16.3% and affordability improving from 40.3 in 2011 to 33.8 in 2021 suggest demand has strengthened without a clean upswing in every indicator. Gentrification signals are mixed: one measure scores 7 and labels the stage Not gentrifying, while the shift measure scores 30 and calls it Early signs. Compared with a high-growth redevelopment precinct, this points to gradual established-suburb change rather than rapid wholesale repositioning.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+76
Net Internal / yr
-34
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +20% since 2011
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Weston compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Weston a good suburb to live in?
Weston can suit households wanting detached housing, local primary schooling and a car-based routine. It has 4,088 residents, a median age of 37 and 95.9% separate houses. The trade-off is limited public transport, with only 0.4% using it, so check commute times and services for the exact address.
What is the median house price in Weston?
A current median house price should be checked against recent settled sales. Weston is 95.9% separate houses, with 52.8% of homes having 3 bedrooms and 27.1% having 4 or more, so the result may differ from an apartment-heavy market. Also compare the $320 weekly rent and $1,517 monthly mortgage figure when testing value.
What schools are in Weston?
Weston Public School is a local government primary school. Families should confirm enrolment zones, year levels and availability for the exact address. Weston has 4,088 residents and an average household size of 2.6, so school demand and catchment fit should be checked directly rather than assumed from suburb boundaries.
Is Weston safe?
Use current NSW Police incident information and inspect the exact street before deciding. Weston has 4,088 residents and 81.5% of workers drive, so street activity and road exposure can vary by location. The 8.7% need-assistance rate describes support needs, not crime, and should not be treated as a safety score.
Is Weston good for property investment?
It can suit investors seeking detached rental stock, but returns need careful checking. Weekly rent is $320, vacancy is 4.7% and 25.0% of households rent, below the 40.9% mortgaged share. Development activity reached 38 applications over 12 months, while the forecast trend is 0.97% annually, so compare yield, maintenance and future supply rather than relying on rent growth alone.
How is Weston's population changing?
Change is positive but moderate. The wider-area forecast records 22.9% population change over 10 years and an annual trend of 0.97%, with overseas migration the primary driver. The trajectory is Mixed, while Weston itself currently has 4,088 residents. That combination suggests gradual growth, with local outcomes depending on housing turnover and development activity.
What development is occurring in Weston?
Development activity is present rather than absent, with 38 applications over 12 months. Examples include a secondary dwelling, swimming pool and shed. That pattern points to incremental home improvement and small-scale additional housing, not evidence of a large estate rollout. Buyers and investors should check approvals, completion status and likely effects on parking, privacy and rental 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). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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