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Beacon Hill - Narraweena has an estimated 14,648 residents, up 0.7% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Beacon Hill - Narraweena.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 14 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena Statistical Area (Lv2) presents an affluent, well-educated community defined by picturesque tree-lined streets, lush green parks, and a peaceful residential ambiance. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population to be approximately 14,648 residents, reflecting minimal change since the 2021 Census count of 14,547 people when assessed against the latest Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures from the ABS alongside validated new addresses. The neighbourhood is characterised by an above-average household size, a high proportion of middle-aged and elderly residents, and a predominant family structure of couples with children, supported by high-performing local schools, convenient shopping, quality dining, and a secure, welcoming atmosphere.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 14 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena Statistical Area (Lv2) presents an affluent, well-educated community defined by picturesque tree-lined streets, lush green parks, and a peaceful residential ambiance. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population to be approximately 14,648 residents, reflecting minimal change since the 2021 Census count of 14,547 people when assessed against the latest Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures from the ABS alongside validated new addresses. The neighbourhood is characterised by an above-average household size, a high proportion of middle-aged and elderly residents, and a predominant family structure of couples with children, supported by high-performing local schools, convenient shopping, quality dining, and a secure, welcoming atmosphere.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,970 in 2001 and 14,642 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,648 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 29%.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for income and the 82nd 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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena is $782 a week, up 3.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 1.7%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $821 in 2017, $1,236 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $524 in 2017, $714 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Cooper Close, Beacon Hill NSW 2100 | $2,570,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 130 Parr Parade, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $1,800,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Ellis Road, Beacon Hill NSW 2100 | $1,880,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 33 Waratah Parade, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $2,600,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 112 McIntosh Road, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $1,200,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 160 Parr Parade, Beacon Hill NSW 2100 | $2,900,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 46 May Road, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $2,536,500 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Cambridge Avenue, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $4,100,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 134 McIntosh Road, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $2,145,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 De Chair Road, Narraweena NSW 2099 | $2,600,000 | 25 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 10 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 6 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $2,353,371 (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 | $782 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 1.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.35m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.19m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,353,371 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Apr 2026 to 6 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,236 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Warringah | $880 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Warringah, over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Northern Beaches | $960 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Northern Beaches, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 101 tracked applications: 54 approved, 22 under assessment, 25 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Beacon Hill - Narraweena (1 under construction) and 91 more in the surrounding area.
Ongoing program to upgrade bus services across Sydney's Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore, run by Transport for NSW. The program combines fleet procurement with timetable and route changes.
Council-identified potential opportunity site for future mixed-use development, including ground-floor retail and residential apartments, as part of the Northern Beaches Local Housing Strategy (LHS). Future detailed master-planning for Beacon Hill is contingent on a second B-Line bus route to Chatswood, as per the LHS adopted in April 2021.
A modern strata industrial and commercial development featuring 34 high-clearance micro and modern warehouses with air-conditioned mezzanine offices, alongside 50 secure self-storage units located adjacent to Westfield Warringah Mall.
Improvements to Wakehurst Parkway between Frenchs Forest Road, Frenchs Forest and Pittwater Road, North Narrabeen. The project includes intersection upgrades, lane widening, new shared paths, and flood mitigation in partnership with Northern Beaches Council to enhance safety, efficiency, and flood resilience. Main construction commenced in June 2026.
A major mixed-use residential development comprising 280 apartments, including dedicated affordable housing units for key workers, across multi-storey residential towers with ground-floor retail, basement parking, and community wellness facilities.
$6 million NSW Government funded upgrades to three parks (Brick Pit, Akora, and Rabbett Reserves) as part of Frenchs Forest Town Centre infrastructure. Creating inviting community spaces with enhanced recreational facilities and landscaped environments.
NSW Government housing reforms affecting 9 Northern Beaches town centres. Allows higher density housing near transport and services, dual occupancy provisions, and missing middle housing types. Aims to increase housing supply and affordability across the region.
A 6-storey mixed-use development comprising 74 residential apartments across five upper levels, rooftop communal open space, and ground-floor commercial and retail premises fronting Pittwater Road.
The Mike Pawley and Frank Gray Oval Sports Lighting Upgrade involves installing up to nine energy-efficient 28 to 32 metre sports lighting poles equipped with modern floodlights across John Fisher Park.
State Significant Development (SSD-10291) involving the expansion of St Luke's Grammar School across two sites. The project features the adaptive re-use of the heritage-listed former Bonds factory at 800 Pittwater Road in Dee Why into a new Senior Campus for Years 10-12, accommodating an additional 600 students.
A collection of eight super premium, three-bedroom single-level residences designed exclusively for over-60s, featuring lush landscaping, luxe features, private patios with outdoor kitchens, and basement parking with a central lift. Each residence includes a Tesla battery, EV charging, and 5 kW of solar.
Northern Beaches Council and NSW Crown Lands ongoing riparian corridor restoration and stormwater floodplain management along Greendale Creek and the margins of Curl Curl Lagoon. Includes bushland regeneration, wetland habitat rehabilitation, and viewing infrastructure.
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Estimated completion year of the 41 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 15, 2027 14, 2028 1, 2029 0, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 1, 2035 2. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 101 substantial development applications lodged in and around Beacon Hill - Narraweena over the past 5 years, 94 in the last 12 months; 22 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 2, 2024 1, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 94.
Key application 17 Tristram Road, Beacon Hill Childcare | $4.4m Refused
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 101 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 94 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 30 | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 54 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 include: Northern Beaches Bus Network Improvements (Approved); Beacon Hill Reserve Masterplan and Sportsfield Upgrade (Construction); Beacon Hill Road Mixed-Use Precinct (Potential) (Planning); Wakehurst Parkway Improvements (Frenchs Forest to Narrabeen) (Construction); and Casa Delmar (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Beacon Hill - Narraweena, placing the area among the bottom 17% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 area has seen 52 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2's current population of 14,648 has been supported by 30 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 30, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 has seen 149 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Beacon Hill - Narraweena reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,648 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,375 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,547 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 101 | 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 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.34 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,648 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,642 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The beacon hill - narraweena sa2 has added approximately 101 people and shown a 0.69% increase from the 14,547 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is estimated at 3,375 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (88.7%), Natural increase (11.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 88.7% of overall population gains.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.5% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Beacon Hill - Narraweena is 5 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 12.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.6% vs 2.1%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.8% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.6% of the population in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.4% of the population in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $68,222 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $98,996 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,445 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $893 | 2021 Census, weekly | 65th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,772 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is approximately $72,575. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $68,222.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is approximately $105,312. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $98,996.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is approximately $72,575 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,222 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is approximately $105,312 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $98,996 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2's households (~29.0% / 1,368 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 29.0% 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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is $2,445/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is $2,772/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is $893/wk.
The Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2's median income among taxpayers is $68,222 and the average income stands at $98,996, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,575 (median) and $105,312 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is $8,717 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The beacon hill - narraweena sa2's disposable income is $8,717 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,776 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,573 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,186 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 has approximately 7,776 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.0%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 stands at 5.0%, which is 0.9 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.2% of employment), professional & technical (11.6%), and retail trade (11.4%). Other significant employers include construction and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena 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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is 67.3%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The beacon hill - narraweena sa2 shows notable specialisation in retail trade, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The beacon hill - narraweena sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena 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 | 22.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 31.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
31.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
35.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The beacon hill - narraweena sa2 ranks in the 81th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (22.7%), Certificate (20.8%), Advanced Diploma (12.3%).
31.1% of the population in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.2% in primary school, 9.0% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is 1086, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,201 students.
The beacon hill - narraweena sa2 includes 5 primary schools.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.4% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,716 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,749 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 78.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 had 4,716 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 4,749 households today.
The average household size in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 78.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.2%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,721 family households, couples with children account for 45.4% of all households, couples without children at home 21.3%, and single parent families 11.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 78.9% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.7% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 19.2% of all households in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena 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 2.0% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Beacon Hill - Narraweena was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 77.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
Beacon Hill - Narraweena was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.0% of its population born overseas and 22.6% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Beacon Hill - Narraweena was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.5% of people in Beacon Hill - Narraweena. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Beacon Hill - Narraweena are English, comprising 25.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 21.2% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Italian is notably overrepresented at 9.2% of Beacon Hill - Narraweena (vs 3.4% across Greater Sydney), Serbian at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
31.0% of the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
22.6% of the population in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.7% of the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
88.1% of the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena 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 | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 81.4% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 97th 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 | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $550 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2, 34.7% of homes are owned outright, 39.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 81.4% of dwellings in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 are houses.
In the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2, 8.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 stands at 34.7%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is $3,200, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is $1,878, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 30.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 30.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 consists of 81.4% detached houses, 9.7% semi-detached dwellings, 8.8% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Beacon Hill - Narraweena consumes approximately 17.7% of median household income ($10,587 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Beacon Hill - Narraweena show attached dwellings contributing 23% of approvals compared to 19% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 77% of applications versus 81% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 67.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 89th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
Around 67.6% of people in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2, 5.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.4% of people in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2, 67.6% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 80 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 80th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 97 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,838 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 151 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 62 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 42.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 97 public transport stops within the Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2.
The Beacon Hill - Narraweena SA2 has 3,838 weekly trips across 62 routes, averaging 548 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 173 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 394 m away and the nearest school 508 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 97 stops nearby, 3,838 weekly trips, access rating 80 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 41st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 394 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 508 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 734 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 768 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 973 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 993 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.8 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 4 long day care centres with 212 places in Beacon Hill - Narraweena, about 3.2 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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena, placing the area among the bottom 17% of areas assessed nationally.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena's resilient property market has recorded 97 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Beacon Hill - Narraweena reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 85% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Beacon Hill - Narraweena was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Beacon Hill - Narraweena has an estimated 14,648 residents, up 0.7% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Beacon Hill - Narraweena.
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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 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 (122031424). 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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena 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 Beacon Hill - Narraweena 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.
