Willmot
The most distinctive feature of Willmot is its compact, renter-led profile: 2,382 residents live across 0.91 square kilometres, producing a density of 2,603.8 people per square kilometre. The median age is 32, which is 8 years below the national comparison, while household income of $1,036 per week sits at the 14.2nd percentile. Detached housing accounts for 85.7% of homes and renting accounts for 59.8%, shaping a market focused on family houses and rental availability. Buyers comparing Willmot with nearby Shalvey or Lethbridge Park should assess tenure, dwelling type and transport separately because adjoining suburbs can have different household profiles.
Local council: Blacktown
Population
2,382
Median Age
32.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,036/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
14
Willmot suits buyers seeking predominantly detached housing, with 85.7% of dwellings classified as separate houses and 64.3% containing 3 bedrooms. A further 25.2% have 4 or more bedrooms, giving family households more choice than the 5.2% share of 0 or 1 bedroom dwellings. The tenure mix is unusual for a house-dominated suburb: renting at 59.8% is higher than outright ownership at 18.7% and mortgage ownership at 21.0%. Buyers using debt should budget carefully because the typical mortgage payment is $1,565 per month and mortgage costs equal 34.9% of household income, above the 28.0% rent-to-income measure. The $290 weekly rent provides a useful comparison point when weighing ownership costs.
For Buyers
Willmot suits buyers seeking predominantly detached housing, with 85.7% of dwellings classified as separate houses and 64.3% containing 3 bedrooms. A further 25.2% have 4 or more bedrooms, giving family households more choice than the 5.2% share of 0 or 1 bedroom dwellings. The tenure mix is unusual for a house-dominated suburb: renting at 59.8% is higher than outright ownership at 18.7% and mortgage ownership at 21.0%. Buyers using debt should budget carefully because the typical mortgage payment is $1,565 per month and mortgage costs equal 34.9% of household income, above the 28.0% rent-to-income measure. The $290 weekly rent provides a useful comparison point when weighing ownership costs.
For Investors
Willmot has a substantial tenant base, with 59.8% of households renting, compared with 18.7% owning outright and 21.0% paying a mortgage. That structure can support ongoing rental demand, particularly for the dominant 3 bedroom houses that represent 64.3% of the housing stock. Weekly rent is $290 and the vacancy rate is 6.1%, so investors should compare achievable rent with holding costs rather than assume strong income performance. Development activity included 13 applications over 12 months, including an attached dual occupancy involving 2 dwellings and secondary dwelling proposals. These additions may improve rental supply, but they also create more competition than an unchanged housing market.
Development Activity
Total DAs
54
Last 12 Months
14
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+40.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Willmot
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Demographics
Willmot has a young resident base, with a median age of 32, or 8 years below the national comparison. University participation is 11.1%, which is 19 percentage points below the national benchmark, while 25.9% of residents were born overseas, 4.3 percentage points above the national comparison. Average household size is 2.8 people, 0.3 above the national figure, consistent with the 36.9% share of couples with children and the 38.8% share of one-parent families. English is the largest recorded ancestry at 592 people, followed by Other at 407, Irish at 124 and Samoan at 120. Christianity has 1,169 adherents, while 742 residents report no religion. The mix points to a family-oriented community with lower formal tertiary participation than the national average.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
85.7%
Houses
10.1%
Townhouse
4.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Willmot's housing stock is strongly detached, with separate houses accounting for 85.7%, semi-detached homes 10.1% and apartments 4.2%. Three-bedroom dwellings dominate at 64.3%, followed by 4 or more bedrooms at 25.2%, while 0 or 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom homes each account for 5.2%. Renting at 59.8% is more common than outright ownership at 18.7% or mortgage ownership at 21.0%, so the suburb has a lower owner-occupier presence than its house form might suggest. Mortgage households face a 34.9% mortgage-to-income ratio, compared with 28.0% for rent, making debt capacity an important distinction between tenure groups. Buyers comparing Willmot with Shalvey or Lethbridge Park should examine street-level dwelling condition and tenure rather than rely only on suburb-wide averages.
Mortgage / mo
$1,565
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $290.
$530
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $550 · units $480
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$475
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.1%
Unoccupied
49
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.0%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
34.9% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
36.9%
Couples with children
23.4%
Couples, no children
38.8%
Single parent
556
Total families
Economy & Employment
Willmot's employment profile is led by Healthcare at 21.7% and 61 workers, more than double Retail at 9.6% and 27 workers. Construction accounts for 8.2% and 23 workers, Transport 7.5% and 21 workers, and Manufacturing 7.1% and 20 workers. The occupation mix is practical and service-oriented, led by Machinery and Drivers at 138 people, Labourers at 119, and Community and Personal Service workers at 87, compared with 64 in Clerical and Administration and 63 in Sales. This pattern aligns with the industry split, where Healthcare is higher than each of the other top sectors. The unemployment rate is 13.8%, participation is 38.6% and full-time employment is 48.9%, indicating a weaker labour-market position than areas with higher participation. Car-based employment is also significant because 69.5% drive to work.
Unemployment
13.8%
Labour Force
716
Unemployed
99
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
48.9%
Part-time
31.4%
Participation
38.6%
Employed
617
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
11.1%
Postgraduate
2.6%
Born Overseas
25.9%
Dwellings
756
Transport to Work
Daily life in Willmot is strongly car dependent: 69.5% of residents drive to work, compared with 2.0% using public transport and 1.1% walking or cycling. A further 17.5% work from home, which may reduce some commuting pressure but does not replace the need for practical vehicle access. Willmot Public School is the named local school and is a government primary school. Families should confirm enrolment zones, transport options and current capacity against the exact address, particularly because only 1 local school is identified. The suburb covers 0.91 square kilometres and has a density of 2,603.8 people per square kilometre, so access to services depends on the surrounding area as well as the immediate street. Safety should be checked using recent, address-level information because a crime rate is not available. The 11.2% need-assistance rate also makes proximity to health, support and accessible transport services an important practical consideration.
Drive
69.5%
Public Transport
2.0%
Walk / Cycle
1.1%
Work from Home
17.5%
Growth Outlook
Willmot's near-term change is signalled more by housing activity and resident mobility than by a stated population projection. The suburb has 2,382 residents, while 78.9% stayed at the same address and 21.1% moved during the measured period. The stayed share is higher than the turnover share, indicating a meaningful base of established households even as some properties change hands or tenants. There were 13 development applications over 12 months, including 2 dwellings in an attached dual occupancy and proposals for secondary dwellings. This level of activity can gradually add or reconfigure housing without changing the suburb's detached-house character immediately. Compared with a growth story based only on new construction, Willmot's current pattern combines resident stability with small-scale infill and additional accommodation.
Population trend: Blacktown council area
Willmot sits in the Blacktown council area. These are the council area's residents, not Willmot's.
Residents 2025
449,385
Growth, 5 yr average
+2.8%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+2.2%
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 Willmot compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willmot a good suburb to live in?
Willmot may suit households seeking detached housing, family-sized layouts and lower weekly rent of $290. It has 2,382 residents, a median age of 32 and a high renter share of 59.8%. Car access is important because 69.5% drive to work, while public transport use is 2.0%, so lifestyle suitability depends on transport needs and household budget.
What is the median house price in Willmot?
A reliable median house price should be checked against at least 3 recent settled sales because value can vary by land size, renovation and dwelling condition. The available housing indicators show that 85.7% of homes are separate houses and 64.3% have 3 bedrooms. Buyers should compare those features with current listings and finance costs before setting a budget.
What schools are in Willmot?
Willmot Public School is the named local school. It is a government primary school, giving families 1 identified local primary option. Confirm the enrolment zone, current capacity and travel arrangements for the exact address, since school access can change across nearby streets and adjoining suburbs.
Is Willmot safe?
A suburb-wide crime rate is not available, so safety should be assessed using recent incidents for the specific street and nearby shopping, transport and recreation areas. Visit at different times, speak with local residents and compare the latest 12 months of incident information before making a decision. Personal circumstances and travel routines should also be considered.
Is Willmot good for property investment?
Willmot has a large potential tenant pool because 59.8% of households rent, with weekly rent at $290. The vacancy rate is 6.1% and 13 development applications were recorded over 12 months, including a 2-dwelling dual occupancy. These factors support investigation, but investors still need a current purchase price, maintenance estimate and realistic rental appraisal before judging returns.
How is Willmot's population changing?
Willmot has 2,382 residents, with 78.9% staying at the same address and 21.1% recording turnover. That indicates a more settled base than a highly mobile one, although rental turnover can still affect individual streets. Housing activity included 13 applications over 12 months, suggesting gradual change through secondary dwellings and small-scale infill rather than a large release of new housing.
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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