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Avoca Beach - Copacabana has an estimated 7,659 residents, up 1.9% since the 2021 Census, with 98 projects tracked in the area around Avoca Beach - Copacabana.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Avoca Beach - Copacabana Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 48 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is around 7,659 as of Aug 2026, with little change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 7,513 people. The AreaSearch assessment of the latest ERP outputs from the ABS and addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-aged people, and households are largely family-based. The area also has high educational attainment and income, alongside limited population expansion. In NSW, Australia, Avoca Beach - Copacabana is known for its coastal scenery and beaches, which attract visitors for leisure and water activities. Its local community, shops, cafes and dining options, surrounding vegetation and wildlife contribute to its appeal as a holiday destination in New South Wales.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 48 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Its population is around 7,659 as of Aug 2026, with little change since the 2021 Census, which recorded 7,513 people. The AreaSearch assessment of the latest ERP outputs from the ABS and addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-aged people, and households are largely family-based. The area also has high educational attainment and income, alongside limited population expansion. In NSW, Australia, Avoca Beach - Copacabana is known for its coastal scenery and beaches, which attract visitors for leisure and water activities. Its local community, shops, cafes and dining options, surrounding vegetation and wildlife contribute to its appeal as a holiday destination in New South Wales.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,099 in 2001 and 7,578 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,659 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 15.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.4%.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 95th for health.
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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana is $880 a week, up 7.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.8%.
12% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $610 in 2017, $953 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Ladera Drive, Copacabana NSW 2251 | $1,490,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 301 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251 | $2,725,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Solander Road, Avoca Beach NSW 2251 | $1,550,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Parrendi Close, Avoca Beach NSW 2251 | $1,300,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 308 Del Monte Place, Copacabana NSW 2251 | $1,300,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 232 Del Monte Place, Copacabana NSW 2251 | $5,300,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 178 Copacabana Drive, Copacabana NSW 2251 | $1,820,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/161 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251 | $2,000,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 39 Ridgway Road, Avoca Beach NSW 2251 | $2,300,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 249 The Round Drive, Avoca Beach NSW 2251 | $2,500,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 23 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $1,582,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $880 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.56m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.57m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,582,500 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 23 Apr 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $953 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $649 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Gosford | $677 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gosford, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 111 tracked applications: 28 approved, 31 under assessment, 52 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 98 projects in and around Avoca Beach - Copacabana, 12 of them under construction.
Approved expansion and refurbishment of Green Point Shopping Village including additional retail tenancies, upgraded public amenities, improved parking and site improvements. No evidence of construction commencement was identified from official sources as of July 2026.
Central Coast Council is delivering major sports and community recreation upgrades at Frost Reserve in Kincumber. The project includes a modern 750sqm regional skate park, a new 370sqm sports amenities building with accessible changerooms, canteen, and storage, upgraded car parking facilities, and enhanced sports field lighting.
Four-storey mixed-use shop-top housing proposal comprising ground-floor retail (5 premises), 10 residential apartments over three levels, basement parking (~19 spaces) and a communal rooftop terrace at the western gateway to Terrigal village. DA lodged for 12 and 12A Kurrawyba Avenue and currently under assessment by Central Coast Council.
Four-storey shop-top housing development opposite Terrigal Beach with 12 apartments above ground-floor retail (approx. 364 sqm), basement parking for 28 vehicles, and demolition of existing two-storey retail strip at the corner of Campbell Crescent.
Major upgrade to Wamberal Community Park including new playground equipment, improved sports facilities, additional parking, and enhanced landscaping. The project aims to provide better recreational facilities for the growing local community.
Road safety improvement works along Wamberal Road including installation of safety barriers, improved signage, line marking upgrades, and vegetation clearing to enhance sight lines. The project addresses identified accident black spots.
The Terrigal Boardwalk is a 277-metre-long raised walking platform providing improved pedestrian access between Terrigal Beach promenade and The Haven. The project includes restoration of the adjacent rockpool with a new access ramp, pathways, and environmental protection measures. It delivers social, health, and economic benefits to the community.
The Australian Government and NSW Government are investing $65.5 million to upgrade the Central Coast Highway and Tumbi Road intersection. The project will replace the existing roundabout with traffic lights, improve traffic flow and safety for 26,000 daily motorists, and include improved walking and cycling connections.
Modernisation of Wamberal bus interchange with improved passenger facilities, real-time information displays, weather protection, and better accessibility features. The upgrade supports the expanded Central Coast bus network.
Upgrade to provide the latest education facilities and accommodate the growing community, including a new building with 10 flexible learning spaces, upgraded administration facilities, disability car park with ramp access, and lift installation.
Extension of the Central Coast coastal cycleway through Wamberal, connecting to existing paths and providing safe cycling infrastructure from Terrigal to The Entrance. The project includes new bridge crossings and improved lighting for enhanced safety.
Comprehensive stormwater infrastructure upgrade for Wamberal including new drainage systems, water quality improvement devices, and flood mitigation measures. The project addresses increased rainfall intensity and urban development pressures.
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Estimated completion year of the 38 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 11, 2027 12, 2028 9, 2029 1, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 30 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 111 substantial development applications lodged in and around Avoca Beach - Copacabana over the past 5 years, 102 in the last 12 months; 31 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 3, 2023 1, 2024 1, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 101.
Key application 69 Avoca Drive, Avoca Beach Commercial | $7.5m | 5 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 111 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 102 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 51st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 28 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 31 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 include: Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific Hotel Refurbishment (Completed); Terrigal Esplanade Private Access Stairs Development (Completed); Newcastle-Sydney and Wollongong-Sydney Rail Corridor Upgrades (Construction); and Northside Private Hospital (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 spans multiple sectors including Tourism, Sports & Recreation, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 vicinity.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Avoca Beach - Copacabana compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 area has seen 99 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2's current population of 7,659 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
The Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 has seen 5.3 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 221 people in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 40, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 has seen 201 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,659 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,190 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,513 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 146 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.44 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,659 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,578 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The avoca beach - copacabana sa2 has added approximately 146 people and shown a 1.94% increase from the 7,513 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is estimated at 1,189 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (73.9%), Natural increase (26.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 73.9% of overall population gains.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.5% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Avoca Beach - Copacabana is 6 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 14.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 4.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (11.9% vs 8.2%) and 55-64 year-olds (14.6% vs 10.4%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (4.6% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.2% of the population in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.3% of the population in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,809 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $90,362 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,276 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $915 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 37.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,562 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is approximately $70,008. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,809.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is approximately $96,127. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $90,362.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is approximately $70,008 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,809 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is approximately $96,127 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $90,362 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2's households (~30.4% / 769 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.4% 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is $2,276/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is $2,562/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is $915/wk.
The Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $65,809 and an average of $90,362 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $70,008 (median) and $96,127 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is $8,372 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The avoca beach - copacabana sa2's disposable income is $8,372 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Avoca Beach - Copacabana performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,163 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,191 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,217 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 has approximately 4,163 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.3%. 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 stands at 1.3%, which is 2.9 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.0% of employment), construction (12.7%), and education & training (12.2%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is 69.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The avoca beach - copacabana sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.7% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The avoca beach - copacabana 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 experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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 | 23.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
33.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
29.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The avoca beach - copacabana sa2 ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (23.6%), Certificate (22.8%), Advanced Diploma (13.7%).
32.2% of the population in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.7% in primary school, 9.5% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is 1076, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 717 students.
The avoca beach - copacabana sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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 | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 39.3% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,530 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,579 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 had 2,530 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.9% to an estimated 2,579 households today.
The average household size in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.5%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,067 family households, couples with children account for 39.3% of all households, couples without children at home 29.6%, and single parent families 12.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.7% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.5% 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 have an average of 1.8 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 53.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.9% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 16.5% of all households in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
Avoca Beach - Copacabana was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 80.5% of its population born in Australia, 91.7% being citizens, and 94.9% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Avoca Beach - Copacabana, at 48.3% of people, although more residents (49.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Avoca Beach - Copacabana are English, comprising 32.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 26.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 10.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Avoca Beach - Copacabana (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Russian at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).
19.5% of the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
5.1% of the population in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.7% of the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.7% of the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.4% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,438 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 43.4% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $520 | 2021 Census, weekly | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, 37.4% of homes are owned outright, 43.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 19.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.8% of dwellings in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 are houses.
In the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, 5.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 stands at 37.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is $2,438, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is $1,490, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.7% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.8% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 consists of 89.8% detached houses, 4.5% semi-detached dwellings, 5.4% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Avoca Beach - Copacabana consumes approximately 15.1% of median household income ($9,855 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Avoca Beach - Copacabana show attached dwellings contributing 8% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 92% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 84th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.5% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
Around 62.5% of people in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, 3.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.7% of the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2, 62.5% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 44 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 44th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 69 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 438 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 111 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 29 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 41.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 69 public transport stops within the Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2.
The Avoca Beach - Copacabana SA2 has 438 weekly trips across 29 routes, averaging 62 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 175 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 658 m away and the nearest child care centre 819 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 69 stops nearby, 438 weekly trips, access rating 44 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 13 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 13th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 658 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 819 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 874 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 931 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 10.2 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 is 1 long day care centre with 36 places in Avoca Beach - Copacabana, about 10.4 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 is lower than average in Avoca Beach - Copacabana compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana's resilient property market has recorded 148 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 97% residential, 2% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Avoca Beach - Copacabana performing better than 99% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Avoca Beach - Copacabana has an estimated 7,659 residents, up 1.9% since the 2021 Census, with 98 projects tracked in the area around Avoca Beach - Copacabana.
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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 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.
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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 (102011028). 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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 Avoca Beach - Copacabana 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.
