Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte

An assessment of population growth drivers in Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte's population is 20,028 as of November 2025, an increase of 973 people (5.1%) since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 19,055. This change is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 20,003 in June 2024 and an additional 59 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is 8,011 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% nationally according to AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte has shown resilient growth with a compound annual growth rate of 0.2%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78.1% of population gains recently. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024, with 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 are used, with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends suggest lower quartile growth, with the area expected to increase by 748 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 3.6% over 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte averaged approximately 29 new dwelling approvals annually over recent years. Between FY-21 and FY-25146 homes were approved, with an additional 20 approved so far in FY-26. On average, around 2.1 people moved to the area per new home constructed each year during these five financial years.

This robust demand supports property values, with new homes averaging an expected construction cost value of $1,093,000, indicating a focus on premium market segments. In FY-26, $6.8 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte has approximately half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 22nd percentile nationally for such approvals. This results in relatively constrained buyer choice, contributing to interest in existing dwellings. The area's new development consists of 41.0% standalone homes and 59.0% medium and high-density housing, creating more affordable entry points suitable for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

The location has approximately 711 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. Future projections estimate Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte to add around 723 residents by 2041 (based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

AreaSearch has identified a total of 46 infrastructure projects that are expected to impact the area significantly. Notable projects include Bronte Collection, Miramar Bronte, 81 Anglesea Street Apartment Development, and Road Infrastructure Renewal Program from 2024 to 2025. The following list provides details on those projects deemed most relevant.

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Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 3.0%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.9%.

As of September 2025, 13,266 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.2% below Greater Sydney's rate and a workforce participation rate of 79.6%, higher than Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 62.5% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (38.4%), finance & insurance (18.7%), and health care & social assistance (10.3%). The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.9 times the regional level, while health care & social assistance has limited presence at 10.3% compared to 14.1% regionally.

Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.9%, labour force grew by 2.8%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. In comparison, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.4%, and a rise in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.5% over five years and 14.7% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte SA2 had an exceptionally high income level nationally according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $78,872 and the average income stood at $151,939, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $85,860 (median) and $165,401 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte, between the 96th and 97th percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 37.0% of the population (7,410 individuals) fall within the $4000+ income range, differing from patterns across the region where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 30.9%. The substantial proportion of high earners (49.4% above $3,000/week) indicates strong economic capacity throughout this suburb. High housing costs consume 18.1% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 95th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte, as recorded in the latest Census, 16.0% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 84.0% being semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types of dwellings. This is compared to Sydney metropolitan area's dwelling composition of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte stood at 25.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 23.4% and rented dwellings at 51.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,467, above Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Weekly rent in Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte was $675, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 59.1% of all households, including 24.6% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 40.9%, with lone person households at 29.3% and group households comprising 11.6%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte is notably high, with 59.6% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications. This compares to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% statewide (NSW). Bachelor degrees are the most common at 40.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 15.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational pathways account for 20.8% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 10.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.9% in primary education, 6.9% in tertiary education, and 6.3% pursuing secondary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Analysis of public transport in the Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte area shows 63 active transport stops operating, with a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 19 individual routes, providing a total of 8,573 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 119 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. The dominant mode of transport is car at 58%, followed by train at 14% and bus at 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.8 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 62.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,224 trips per day, equating to approximately 136 weekly trips per individual stop.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with very low prevalence across all age groups. Approximately 86% of the total population (17,264 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent conditions are asthma (6.1%) and mental health issues (5.7%), with 79.0% reporting no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney.

The area has 12.6% of residents aged 65 and over (2,517 people), lower than the 15.3% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors align with national rankings, similar to those of the general population.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte, surveyed in June 2021, had a higher proportion of residents speaking languages other than English at home (20.5%) compared to most local areas. It also had a higher percentage of overseas-born residents (41.5%), according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Christianity was the predominant religion (36.5%).

Judaism was significantly overrepresented, with 10.2% of residents identifying as such, far exceeding the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%. Ancestry-wise, English (25.0%) and Australian (17.0%) were the top groups, both higher than regional averages. Notably, French (1.9%), Russian (1.5%), and Spanish (1.5%) ancestry were overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney's 0.5%, 0.4%, and 0.6% respectively.

Bondi - Tamarama - Bronte's population is younger than the national pattern

Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (26.1%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.6%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 8.7% to 11.0%, while the 45-54 age group has decreased from 12.5% to 11.0%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Bondi-Tamarama-Bronte, with the 85+ cohort projected to grow by 105%, adding 501 residents to reach a total of 978. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 81% of population growth, indicating a trend towards demographic aging. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 55-64 and 0-4 age cohorts.