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Acacia Gardens has an estimated 3,738 residents, up 1.9% since the 2021 Census, with 131 projects tracked in the area around Acacia Gardens.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned approximately 31 kilometres west-northwest of the Sydney CBD, the Acacia Gardens Statistical Area (Lv2) in New South Wales, Australia, is an established and highly affluent suburban community recognised for its family-oriented character, quiet ambiance, modern housing stock, and scenic local parklands. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) is around 3,738, demonstrating marginal shift from the 3,668 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This steady demographic trajectory is confirmed by recent ABS Estimated Resident Population figures alongside new addresses added post-Census, indicating constrained long-term expansion patterns. The residential profile is largely composed of married couples with children, middle-aged householders, and a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44 years who benefit from strong neighbourhood amenities, quality schooling, shopping hubs, and leisure destinations.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned approximately 31 kilometres west-northwest of the Sydney CBD, the Acacia Gardens Statistical Area (Lv2) in New South Wales, Australia, is an established and highly affluent suburban community recognised for its family-oriented character, quiet ambiance, modern housing stock, and scenic local parklands. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) is around 3,738, demonstrating marginal shift from the 3,668 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This steady demographic trajectory is confirmed by recent ABS Estimated Resident Population figures alongside new addresses added post-Census, indicating constrained long-term expansion patterns. The residential profile is largely composed of married couples with children, middle-aged householders, and a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44 years who benefit from strong neighbourhood amenities, quality schooling, shopping hubs, and leisure destinations.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,952 in 2001 and 3,735 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,738 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 18%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.8%.
Acacia Gardens ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 89th for income.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Acacia Gardens is $834 a week, up 5.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 6% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.5%.
6% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $591 in 2017, $852 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Corinne Street, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,290,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Snowgum Street, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,255,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5/14 Amron Place, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,070,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 44 Wilson Road, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,100,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 87 Tamarind Drive, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $965,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Corinne Street, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,255,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Corkwood Place, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,290,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Heather Place, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,400,000 | 6 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Somersby Circuit, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $990,000 | 4 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Kinnane Crescent, Acacia Gardens NSW 2763 | $1,635,000 | 30 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 21 Oct 2025 (the latest settled 18 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,262,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $834 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.26m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.08m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,262,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 21 Oct 2025 to 18 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $852 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $696 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Blacktown - North | $777 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Blacktown - North, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Blacktown | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Blacktown, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 10 tracked applications: 5 approved, 2 under assessment, 3 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 131 projects in and around Acacia Gardens, 45 of them under construction.
Premium development of 74 four-bedroom smart townhomes and 33 large land homesites on 6.96 hectares. Features smart home technology, contemporary design, landscaped parks, and proximity to Norwest Metro Station. Includes community facilities, resident-only Wellness Centre with heated pool, spa, gym, and communal dining.
A premium residential subdivision featuring 51 residential lots and 1 mixed-use lot across 2.5 hectares of cleared, level land. Located in the heart of The Ponds with access to Calandra Avenue, Scribbly Street, Lodore Street and Hambledon Road. Individual lots are now available for purchase with various sizes ranging from 250sqm to 450sqm.
A 3-hectare public parkland delivered under the NSW Government's Parks for People Transport Oriented Development program. Key features include a central community green, amphitheatre, adventure and forest-themed playgrounds, interactive waterplay, walking/cycling trails, and restored Cumberland Plain Woodland biodiversity corridors.
The Stage 2 expansion transforms Blacktown Hospital into a major metropolitan facility while upgrading Mount Druitt Hospital. This $1.1 billion project includes a new clinical services building at Blacktown with an expanded emergency department, operating theatres, and ICU.
A luxury residential community by Sekisui House featuring premium SHAWOOD homes designed with Japanese building technology. The project integrates high-end architecture with nature, including the $4.8 million Irongum Terrace Reserve which provides 9,553 sqm of public green space, walking trails, and recreational facilities for the Norwest community.
Comprehensive structural repairs and rectification works by Blacktown City Council to address termite damage at the 1st Kings Langley Scout Hall facility. The scope encompasses framing remediation, timber pest treatments, internal refurbishment, and repainting to restore safe community operations.
Creek bank stabilisation and ecological restoration works along Breakfast Creek in Marayong. The project encompasses erosion control, weed management, and native riparian revegetation to protect local waterway stability, improve water quality, and enhance biodiversity.
Upgrade of The Ponds High School delivering 49 new permanent classrooms, removal of demountables, new cricket nets, sports field improvements, recreation areas, landscaping, car park expansion with more than 50 additional spaces and electrical infrastructure upgrades. Early enabling works are underway with main construction commencing during July 2026.
Akuna Vista is a 136-hectare masterplanned community by Defence Housing Australia in Nirimba Fields. The estate is planned to deliver about 1,100 residential lots, including around 200 DHA homes, with parks, playgrounds, sports courts and fields, a village green, and local services.
A significant residential community in the Bella Vista Station Precinct by Landen Property Group. Designed by Turner Architects, the project features 444 residential dwellings across four buildings ranging from 4 to 15 storeys. The development includes a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments, along with premium 4-bedroom penthouses and terraces.
Sydney Water is investigating a proposed purified recycled water scheme at the Quakers Hill Water Resource Recovery Facility, featuring an advanced treatment plant, transfer pipeline, and blending infrastructure at Prospect Reservoir.
Blacktown City Council is scheduling road reseal works on Solander Road, between Joseph Banks Drive and Pallister Street in Kings Langley. These works will improve road safety, extend pavement life and enhance driving conditions. Council will notify residents once the construction schedule is confirmed.
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Estimated completion year of the 74 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 9, 2026 19, 2027 8, 2028 22, 2029 4, 2030 7, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 17 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 10 substantial development applications lodged in and around Acacia Gardens over the period covered (about 0.8 years), 10 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2025 (part year) 0, 2026 (to Oct) 10.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.8 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.8 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the Acacia Gardens SA2 area has seen 4 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Acacia Gardens SA2's current population of 3,738 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The Acacia Gardens SA2 has seen 0.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 2480 people in the Acacia Gardens SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Acacia Gardens SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 3, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the Acacia Gardens SA2 has seen 17 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Acacia Gardens SA2 include: Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals Expansion Stage 2 (Completed); Bella Vista and Kellyville TOD Accelerated Precincts (Construction); Securing Our Water Supply - Quakers Hill to Prospect (Planning); Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program - Blacktown LGA (Construction); and Marayong South Urban Renewal Precinct (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Acacia Gardens SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the Acacia Gardens SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Acacia Gardens has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,738 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,949 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,668 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 70 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.95 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Acacia Gardens SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,738 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,735 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The acacia gardens sa2 has added approximately 70 people and shown a 1.91% increase from the 3,668 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is estimated at 3,935 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Acacia Gardens SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.5% per annum.
Population growth in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (62.9%), Natural increase (37.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 62.9% of overall population gains.
Acacia Gardens's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 55.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Acacia Gardens SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Acacia Gardens is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Acacia Gardens SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 15.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Acacia Gardens SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Acacia Gardens SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.2% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.8% of the population in the Acacia Gardens SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.7% of the population in the Acacia Gardens SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 89% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,913 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $77,166 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,796 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,055 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 45.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,800 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 10.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is approximately $71,182. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,913.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is approximately $82,089. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $77,166.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is approximately $71,182 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,913 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is approximately $82,089 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,166 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Acacia Gardens SA2's households (~33.8% / 380 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is $2,796/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is $2,800/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is $1,055/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Acacia Gardens SA2's median income among taxpayers is $66,913, with an average of $77,166. This is higher than average nationally, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $63,183 and average of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $71,182 (median) and $82,089 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is $10,191 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The acacia gardens sa2's disposable income is $10,191 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Acacia Gardens places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 83.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,461 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,629 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,505 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Acacia Gardens SA2 has approximately 2,461 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Acacia Gardens SA2 stands at 1.8%, which is 2.4 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.5% of employment), retail trade (10.9%), and professional & technical (8.9%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.3% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Acacia Gardens SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is 83.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The acacia gardens sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 8.0% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The acacia gardens sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Acacia Gardens shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 39.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
39.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Acacia Gardens SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
31.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Acacia Gardens SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The acacia gardens sa2 ranks in the 81th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Acacia Gardens SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (26.2%), Certificate (17.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
30.5% of the population in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is 1094, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Acacia Gardens SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 678 students.
The acacia gardens sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Acacia Gardens features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 57.6% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,125 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,146 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 88.4% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Acacia Gardens SA2 had 1,125 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.9% to an estimated 1,146 households today.
The average household size in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 88.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (9.4%), group households (1.2%), and other household types (0.9%).
Of the 994 family households, couples with children account for 57.6% of all households, couples without children at home 19.1%, and single parent families 11.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Acacia Gardens SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 88.4% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 9.4% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Acacia Gardens SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 60.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 9.4% of all households in the Acacia Gardens SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.2% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Acacia Gardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 45.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 47.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 52.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 54.5% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Acacia Gardens scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 45.5% of its population born overseas and 47.9% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Acacia Gardens was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.7% of people in Acacia Gardens. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 15.7% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Acacia Gardens are Other, comprising 21.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Australian, comprising 15.9% of the population, and Indian, comprising 14.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 3.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 5.1% of Acacia Gardens (vs 2.0% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 1.1% (vs 0.6%) and Maltese at 2.5% (vs 1.0%).
45.5% of the Acacia Gardens SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
47.9% of the population in the Acacia Gardens SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.8% of the Acacia Gardens SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
86.8% of the Acacia Gardens SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Acacia Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 20.5% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 21.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.6% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,484 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 58.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $540 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Acacia Gardens SA2, 21.3% of homes are owned outright, 58.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.6% of dwellings in the Acacia Gardens SA2 are houses.
In the Acacia Gardens SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Acacia Gardens SA2 stands at 21.3%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is $2,484, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is $1,925, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Acacia Gardens SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Acacia Gardens SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Acacia Gardens SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 19.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Acacia Gardens SA2 consists of 85.6% detached houses, 14.1% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Acacia Gardens consumes approximately 15.9% of median household income ($12,107 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Acacia Gardens's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.3% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
Around 56.0% of people in the Acacia Gardens SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Acacia Gardens SA2, 3.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.4% of people in the Acacia Gardens SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.2% of the Acacia Gardens SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the Acacia Gardens SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Acacia Gardens SA2, 56.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 76 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 76th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 28 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,271 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 133 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 30 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 48.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 28 public transport stops within the Acacia Gardens SA2.
The Acacia Gardens SA2 has 1,271 weekly trips across 30 routes, averaging 181 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 131 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 284 m away and the nearest school 394 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 28 stops nearby, 1,271 weekly trips, access rating 76 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 48 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 48th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 284 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 394 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 695 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 871 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 907 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 968 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 179 places in Acacia Gardens, about 1.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Acacia Gardens is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Acacia Gardens has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 14% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Acacia Gardens's established property market has recorded 58 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Acacia Gardens has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Acacia Gardens's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 89% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Acacia Gardens places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Acacia Gardens shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Acacia Gardens features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Acacia Gardens is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Acacia Gardens is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Acacia Gardens's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Acacia Gardens has an estimated 3,738 residents, up 1.9% since the 2021 Census, with 131 projects tracked in the area around Acacia Gardens.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Acacia Gardens.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (116021562). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Acacia Gardens from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Acacia Gardens with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
