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Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale has an estimated 23,113 residents, up 1.3% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale (Lv2) is a Statistical Area located 59 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 23,113 as of Aug 2026, drawing on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS together with new addresses added since the Census. Compared with the 2021 Census population of 22,825 people, the area is estimated to have seen minimal change.
Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 41, and the area shows moderate population expansion patterns. The location is well known for its picturesque coastal landscapes and beautiful beaches, offering outdoor pursuits such as surfing, swimming, fishing and bushwalking through stunning natural reserves. A balanced lifestyle is supported by local amenities including shopping centres, schools and sports clubs, and community events are held throughout the year. The area blends natural beauty with modern conveniences and attracts both families and visitors. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale (Lv2) is a Statistical Area located 59 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 23,113 as of Aug 2026, drawing on the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS together with new addresses added since the Census. Compared with the 2021 Census population of 22,825 people, the area is estimated to have seen minimal change.
Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 41, and the area shows moderate population expansion patterns. The location is well known for its picturesque coastal landscapes and beautiful beaches, offering outdoor pursuits such as surfing, swimming, fishing and bushwalking through stunning natural reserves. A balanced lifestyle is supported by local amenities including shopping centres, schools and sports clubs, and community events are held throughout the year. The area blends natural beauty with modern conveniences and attracts both families and visitors. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 21,439 in 2001 and 23,090 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 23,113 (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, 14%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.9%.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 52nd for employment drivers.
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 Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is $646 a week, up 7.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
18% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $452 in 2017, $706 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $348 in 2017, $530 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Hume Boulevard, Killarney Vale NSW 2261 | $995,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 28 South Street, Killarney Vale NSW 2261 | $885,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Shaw Street, Killarney Vale NSW 2261 | $1,290,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Sabrina Avenue, Bateau Bay NSW 2261 | $1,210,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 21 George Hely Crescent, Killarney Vale NSW 2261 | $1,200,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/1 Augustus Place, Bateau Bay NSW 2261 | $820,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 5/153 Cresthaven Avenue, Bateau Bay NSW 2261 | $796,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 59 Playford Road, Killarney Vale NSW 2261 | $1,239,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 8 George Hely Crescent, Killarney Vale NSW 2261 | $1,200,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Brenda Crescent, Tumbi Umbi NSW 2261 | $900,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 30 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,065,000 (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 | $646 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.08m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $778k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,065,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 30 Jul 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $706 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $530 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.0% | 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 | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wyong | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wyong, over 12 months | +8.7% | 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 186 tracked applications: 86 approved, 39 under assessment, 61 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale (2 under construction) and 54 more in the surrounding area.
A $148 million comprehensive redevelopment of the Nareen Gardens aged care precinct. Stage 1 is under construction to deliver new independent living apartments and shared amenities. The full masterplan delivers 182 independent living apartments and a 160-place residential aged care home, featuring modern community health, wellness, and leisure facilities.
Planning proposal to rezone a 5.26ha former bus depot site from SP2 Infrastructure to R1 General Residential and C3 Environmental Management. The proposal introduces a 450m2 minimum lot size, 9.5m building height limit, and a 0.6:1 FSR across the residential land.
DA approved staged subdivision of 1,887 m2 residential land into 5 lots with integrated approval for 6 dwellings (4 single homes and 1 duplex). Dual street frontage to Cynthia Street and Adrian Close. Listings indicate dwelling plans available and staged delivery possible (subdivision, then dwellings, then duplex subdivision).
Redevelopment of the Uniting Nareen Gardens aged care facility in Bateau Bay, featuring modern residential aged care units, community facilities, and enhanced care services for elderly residents.
A $65.5 million infrastructure project jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments replacing the existing roundabout with a signalised intersection, widening the Central Coast Highway north of the intersection to two lanes in each direction, adding dedicated turning lanes, and upgrading footpaths, active transport, and bus stop infrastructure.
State significant development involving the construction of 215 independent living units and 39 residential care facility beds across 13 two-storey villa buildings and 4 six-to-seven storey residential flat buildings adjacent to the Mingara Recreation Club.
NSW Government program to widen approximately 3.6-3.8km of Central Coast Highway between Wamberal and Bateau Bay to two lanes each way, improve intersections, and enhance active transport and bus facilities.
Construction of a 3-metre wide off-road active transport shared pathway connecting the Central Coast Highway at Wamberal to Eastern Road in Tumbi Umbi. The project aims to improve safety, regional connectivity, and active travel options for pedestrians and cyclists across the Central Coast.
A premium strata-titled luxury over-55s residential living project featuring 80 spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments situated on the shores of Tuggerah Lake, directly connected under cover to Diggers The Entrance and nearby lifestyle amenities.
Proposed mixed-use masterplan redevelopment of the Lakeside Shopping Centre site in The Entrance. The project concept encompasses approximately 11,000 sqm of modernised retail space alongside two multi-storey towers accommodating residential apartments, an integrated hotel, and an 800-seat conference centre.
Ongoing expansion of the Berkeley Vale Industrial Estate along Enterprise Drive with serviced industrial lots, new warehouse and light industrial buildings, internal road and utility upgrades.
Extension of the Central Coast shared pathway network through the Magenta area, providing safe cycling and walking connections between residential areas and key destinations.
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Estimated completion year of the 27 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 4, 2027 9, 2028 8, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 15 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 186 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale over the past 5 years, 159 in the last 12 months; 39 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 7, 2023 5, 2024 7, 2025 6, 2026 (to Oct) 158.
Key application Eastern And Diamond Bay Reserves Retail | $3.0m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 186 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 159 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 41 | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 86 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 include: Uniting Nareen Gardens Bateau Bay Redevelopment (Construction); Bateau Bay Town Centre Masterplan (Approved); Red Bus Planning Proposal - 682A Coleridge Road Rezoning (Under Assessment); Cynthia Street Subdivision (Dev. Approval); and Central Coast Active Transport & Footpath Program (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Health & Medical, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 area has seen 71 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2's current population of 23,113 has been supported by 41 approvals on average over recent years.
The Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 has seen 1.8 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 649 people in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 41, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 has grown by approximately 106 people, while 205 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,113 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,128 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 22,825 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 288 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 23,113 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,090 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The bateau bay - killarney vale sa2 has added approximately 288 people and shown a 1.26% increase from the 22,825 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is estimated at 2,128 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (76.4%), Interstate migration (23.6%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 76.4% of overall population gains.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.9% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is 4 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 11.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (7.5% vs 5.3%) and 65-74 year-olds (11.6% vs 8.2%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.5% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.6% of the population in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.8% of the population in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,596 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,483 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,515 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $719 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,947 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is approximately $62,334. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,596.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is approximately $74,980. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,483.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is approximately $62,334 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,596 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is approximately $74,980 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,483 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2's households (~31.9% / 2,658 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.9% 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 Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is $1,515/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is $1,947/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is $719/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $58,596 with the average level standing at $70,483. This is just below the national average and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,334 (median) and $74,980 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is $5,332 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The bateau bay - killarney vale sa2's disposable income is $5,332 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,086 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 19,569 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,572 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 has approximately 11,086 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.1% of employment), construction (14.3%), and retail trade (10.6%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale 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 Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is 63.0%, 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 trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The bateau bay - killarney vale sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 14.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The bateau bay - killarney vale sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
18.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
39.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The bateau bay - killarney vale sa2 ranks in the 46th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 are: Certificate (31.7%), Bachelor Degree (13.6%), Advanced Diploma (10.9%).
29.9% of the population in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.4% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 3.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is 1004, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,569 students.
The bateau bay - killarney vale sa2 includes 4 primary schools.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale features high concentrations of single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 8,341 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,446 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 72.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 had 8,341 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.3% to an estimated 8,446 households today.
The average household size in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 72.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.1%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 6,056 family households, couples with children account for 30.5% of all households, couples without children at home 25.9%, and single parent families 15.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale 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 43.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.8% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 25.1% of all households in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, similar to 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 2.4% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.2% of its population born in Australia, 90.8% being citizens, and 95.9% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.9% of people in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale are Australian, comprising 31.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, English, comprising 31.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, and Irish, comprising 9.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale (vs 1.0% across Greater Sydney), Australian Aboriginal at 3.8% (vs 1.3%) and New Zealand at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
11.8% of the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
4.1% of the population in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
3.8% of the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
90.8% of the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale 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 | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.8% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.2% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, 34.8% of homes are owned outright, 39.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.2% of dwellings in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 are houses.
In the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, 5.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 stands at 34.8%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is $2,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is $1,233, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 30.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 30.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 26.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 consists of 85.2% detached houses, 9.4% semi-detached dwellings, 5.3% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale consumes approximately 18.8% of median household income ($6,560 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale show attached dwellings contributing 28% of approvals compared to 15% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 72% of applications versus 85% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 44th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 63.7% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
Around 52.7% of people in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, 7.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.3% of people in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.4% of people in the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2, 52.7% 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 | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 65th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 216 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,896 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 107 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 127 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 26.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 216 public transport stops within the Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2.
The Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale SA2 has 2,896 weekly trips across 127 routes, averaging 413 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 162 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 431 m away and the nearest pharmacy 576 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 216 stops nearby, 2,896 weekly trips, access rating 65 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 51 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 51st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 431 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 576 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 637 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 692 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 802 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.0 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 7 long day care centres with 322 places in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale, about 4.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale's resilient property market has recorded 399 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale has been broadly consistent with national averages.
Educational attainment in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale features high concentrations of single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
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.
Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale has an estimated 23,113 residents, up 1.3% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale.
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 Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. 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 (102021044). 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), infrastructure projects (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, 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 Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale 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 Bateau Bay - Killarney Vale 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.
