Invest in Camden
WHY CAMDEN?
Located approximately 60km south-west of the Sydney CBD and covering 200sq. km, Camden is one of the fastest growing local government areas (LGAs) in Australia with significant population growth of 7.6% annually since 2013. Renowned for its rural and heritage character set in landscapes of scenic and natural beauty, Camden contains a mix of agricultural land, historic towns, commercial, industrial and greenfield sites, and significant residential developments.
Camden LGA offers new and established businesses a strong economic environment - our growth, is your opportunity!
CAMDEN AT A GLANCE
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$7.4BCamden GRP |
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Forecast Population in 2046 |
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10,300+Registered Businesses in 2023 |
47,759Local Jobs |
75,536Employed Residents |
134,811 
257,172 
3.55%Dive further into Camden's economic profile here
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
The below key documents outline Camden Council's commitment to growing a prosperous and diverse economy that attracts innovation and facilitates local employment opportunities.
Destination Management Strategy
Camden is strategically positioned for major visitor economy growth and is excellently positioned to benefit from its emerging regional role in the future of the new Western Parkland City. Located as the buffer between urban and rural experiences and product offerings, Camden’s visitor economy is ripe to attract a variety of markets with targeted investment in enabling infrastructure, products and other destination-driving activities.
Camden's Destination Management Plan outlines Council's priorities for the entire ‘visitor economy’ and provides a framework to stimulate and support a vibrant and diversified visitor economy.
Camden Economic Snapshot
Camden is one of the fastest growing LGAs in Australia with economic growth outpacing other Sydney metro LGAs. This growth is driven by a burgeoning population, a strong construction pipeline, and substantial investment in the region.
Find out more about Camden's economic landscape by viewing our quarterly economic snapshot here.
Economic Development Strategy
Camden's Economic Development Strategy 2022-2026 outlines Council's priorities and actions for economic development throughout the local government area. It sets the framework for Council as an enabler of economic growth and diversification in Camden LGA. The Strategy presents a holistic approach to economic development which prioritises innovation, community wellbeing, celebration of our unique rural and urban assets, and maximising opportunities to leverage growth from the Western Sydney International Airport, Aerotropolis and Western Parkland City.
Stakeholder consultation helped identify four strategic directions which will support and enhance the Camden economy over the short to medium term and provide a framework for Council to achieve its vision for economic and regional growth.
Need a quick snapshot of the Strategy?
Download the Camden Economic Development Strategy Summary
Strategic Context
The Economic Development Strategy outlines Council's vision for a prosperous economy and priorities for stimulating economic growth and vitality throughout the Camden LGA. The Strategy aligns with key Council and regional strategies, including:
Camden Economic Prospectus
Camden is one of the fastest growing LGAs in Australia with economic growth outpacing other Sydney metro LGAs. This growth is driven by a burgeoning population, strong construction pipeline and substantial investment in the region. Base your business here and capitalise on our rapid growth.
Over the last decade (2011-2020) Camden’s GRP has grown on average 8.3% per annum, well above the Greater Sydney average of 2.8% per annum
Find out what makes Camden a unique place to invest in and explore the many opportunities to do business in our region.
Download the Camden Economic Prospectus
