Area profile · Greater Sydney
Carlingford - East has an estimated 12,008 residents, up 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 173 projects tracked in the area around Carlingford - East.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated approximately 17 kilometres northwest from Sydney CBD in NSW, Australia, the Carlingford - East Statistical Area (Lv2) offers an appealing and peaceful environment favored for family life. The area is defined by a serene suburban setting with green parks, manicured recreation spaces, and heritage landmarks, supporting an active outdoor lifestyle and strong community ties. As of Aug 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) is around 12,008, reflecting an increase of 386 people (3.3%) from the 11,622 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion is anchored by an ABS estimated resident population of 11,981 recorded in June 2025, alongside 37 validated new addresses added since the Census period.
Demographically, Carlingford - East features a highly educated and culturally diverse population, with a notable base of residents born overseas and a significant proportion of elderly residents living alongside married couples and households with children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,291 in 2001 and 11,981 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,008 (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, 13.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.1%.
Carlingford - East ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for health and the 94th for cultural diversity.
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 Carlingford - East is $772 a week, up 5.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.5%.
2% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $650 in 2017, $908 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $522 in 2017, $725 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/16 Orchard Road, Beecroft NSW 2119 | $1,442,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 34/263 Midson Road, Beecroft NSW 2119 | $1,425,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 25/217 Carlingford Road, Carlingford NSW 2118 | $855,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 30/223 Carlingford Road, Carlingford NSW 2118 | $775,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 13/229 Carlingford Road, Carlingford NSW 2118 | $627,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11/4 John Street, Beecroft NSW 2119 | $1,575,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 30/58 Keeler Street, Carlingford NSW 2118 | $780,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 841 Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford NSW 2118 | $1,965,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 25 Bingara Road, Beecroft NSW 2119 | $1,200,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 15/231 Carlingford Road, Carlingford NSW 2118 | $830,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 25 May 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,595,000 (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 | $772 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.32m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $771k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,595,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 25 May 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $908 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $725 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Carlingford | $736 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Carlingford, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Parramatta | $691 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Parramatta, over 12 months | +3.8% | 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 123 tracked applications: 76 approved, 25 under assessment, 22 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 173 projects in and around Carlingford - East, 52 of them under construction.
A major mixed-use precinct featuring seven luxury residential towers reaching up to 29 storeys, providing 629 apartments.
Collection of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments with north-facing orientation overlooking park setting. Designed by DKO architects.
Two 12-storey towers delivering 178 apartments combined, with ground-floor retail, food and beverage precincts, childcare centre and…
Construction of a three-storey, 110-bed residential aged care facility on a 7,065 square metre site at 43-47 Murray Farm Road and 13-19…
Major intersection upgrade by Transport for NSW to ease congestion, reduce travel times, and improve road safety.
A 9-storey residential apartment development featuring 88 contemporary apartments with multi-level basement parking and communal amenities…
Mixed-use development by Meriton featuring Epping's tallest tower at 29 levels with 209 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, designed…
Nestled in the heart of Epping, Senso redefines modern urban living with exquisitely designed residences, cascading gardens, and…
City of Parramatta Council is delivering a staged upgrade of four reserves in Carlingford to create an integrated community parklands…
Carlingford West Public School and Cumberland High School in Carlingford, Parramatta LGA, are being upgraded under a combined State…
Proposed mixed-use development featuring two towers (20 and 22 storeys) with 126 apartments, retail, and commercial spaces opposite Epping…
Residential development approved by NSW Land and Environment Court featuring 244 units comprising 5 buildings of 5-8 storey apartments and…
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AreaSearch has tracked 123 substantial development applications lodged in and around Carlingford - East over the past 5 years, 97 in the last 12 months; 25 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 5, 2024 12, 2025 6, 2026 (to Oct) 97.
Key application 45 Mobbs Lane, Carlingford Childcare | $2.3m Refused
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 123 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 97 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 50 | ABS building approvals | 59th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 76 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Carlingford - East SA2 include: Carlingford Precinct Public Domain Plan & Parklands Development (Approved); The Carling by Meriton (Construction); Pennant Hills Road and North Rocks Road Upgrade (Construction); Carlingford West Public School and Cumberland High School Upgrade (Construction); and Regis Carlingford Aged Care Facility (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Carlingford - East SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the Carlingford - East SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Carlingford - East compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Carlingford - East SA2 area has seen 97 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Carlingford - East SA2's current population of 12,008 has been supported by 50 approvals on average over recent years.
The Carlingford - East SA2 has seen 4.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 248 people in the Carlingford - East SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Carlingford - East SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 50, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Carlingford - East SA2 has grown by approximately 186 people, while 252 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.7 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.
Population growth drivers in Carlingford - East are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,008 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,220 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 11,622 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 386 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.73 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Carlingford - East SA2 was estimated to be approximately 12,008 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,981 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The carlingford - east sa2 has added approximately 386 people and shown a 3.32% increase from the 11,622 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Carlingford - East SA2 is estimated at 3,219 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Carlingford - East SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Carlingford - East SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (95.6%), Natural increase (4.4%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 95.6% of overall population gains.
Carlingford - East'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 | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.3% | 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 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.1% | 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 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Carlingford - East 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, Carlingford - East 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 Carlingford - East SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Carlingford - East SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Carlingford - East SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.9% vs 2.1%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (9.4% vs 16.2%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.3% of the population in the Carlingford - East SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.8% of the population in the Carlingford - East SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,339 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $82,571 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,143 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $789 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,328 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is approximately $62,061. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,339.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is approximately $87,839. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $82,571.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is approximately $62,061 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,339 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is approximately $87,839 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $82,571 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Carlingford - East SA2's households (~29.1% / 1,112 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Carlingford - East SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.1% 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 Carlingford - East SA2 is $2,143/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is $2,328/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is $789/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is well above average nationally, with the median assessed at $58,339 while the average income stands at $82,571. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,061 (median) and $87,839 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Carlingford - East SA2 is $7,758 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The carlingford - east sa2's disposable income is $7,758 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Carlingford - East positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,658 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,853 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,788 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Carlingford - East SA2 has approximately 6,658 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Carlingford - East SA2 stands at 1.9%, which is 2.2 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Carlingford - East SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.2% of employment), professional & technical (12.8%), and education & training (10.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and finance & insurance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Carlingford - East SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Carlingford - East SA2 is 69.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The carlingford - east sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 16.2% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The carlingford - east sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Carlingford - East 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 | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 48.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
48.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Carlingford - East SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
29.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Carlingford - East SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The carlingford - east sa2 ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Carlingford - East SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.4%), Postgraduate (14.8%), Certificate (11.5%).
32.7% of the population in the Carlingford - East SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 9.7% in secondary school, 7.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Carlingford - East SA2 is 1106, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Carlingford - East SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,970 students.
The carlingford - east sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Carlingford - East features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, 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 | 15.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 49.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,815 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,942 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 82.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Carlingford - East SA2 had 3,815 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.3% to an estimated 3,942 households today.
The average household size in the Carlingford - East 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 82.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.7%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,159 family households, couples with children account for 49.2% of all households, couples without children at home 22.0%, and single parent families 10.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Carlingford - East SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 82.8% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.7% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Carlingford - East 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 59.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.5% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 15.7% of all households in the Carlingford - East SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.5% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Carlingford - East is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 52.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 58.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 41.2% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 47.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Carlingford - East is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 58.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 52.7% born overseas.
The main religion in Carlingford - East was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.8% of people in Carlingford - East. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.8% of the population, compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Carlingford - East are Chinese, comprising 30.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, English, comprising 12.8% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, and Australian, comprising 12.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 17.8%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 6.6% of Carlingford - East (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 1.8% (vs 2.6%) and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
52.7% of the Carlingford - East SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
58.8% of the population in the Carlingford - East SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.3% of the Carlingford - East SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
80.2% of the Carlingford - East SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Carlingford - East displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 66.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $520 | 2021 Census, weekly | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Carlingford - East SA2, 37.8% of homes are owned outright, 36.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 66.8% of dwellings in the Carlingford - East SA2 are houses.
In the Carlingford - East SA2, 21.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Carlingford - East SA2 stands at 37.8%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Carlingford - East SA2 is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Carlingford - East SA2 is $1,528, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Carlingford - East SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Carlingford - East SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Carlingford - East SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Carlingford - East SA2 consists of 66.8% detached houses, 11.4% semi-detached dwellings, 21.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Carlingford - East consumes approximately 16.5% of median household income ($9,279 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Carlingford - East show attached dwellings contributing 42% of approvals compared to 33% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 58% of applications versus 67% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Carlingford - East's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Around 58.7% of people in the Carlingford - East SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Carlingford - East SA2, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.2% of people in the Carlingford - East SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the Carlingford - East SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the Carlingford - East SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Carlingford - East SA2, 58.7% 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 | 76 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 76th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 71 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,060 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 169 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 39 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 54.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 71 public transport stops within the Carlingford - East SA2.
The Carlingford - East SA2 has 3,060 weekly trips across 39 routes, averaging 437 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 158 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 351 m away and the nearest school 504 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 71 stops nearby, 3,060 weekly trips, access rating 76 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 69 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 69th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 351 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 483 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 504 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 600 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 610 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 807 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 903 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 966 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Carlingford - East compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Carlingford - East has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 28% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Carlingford - East's resilient property market has recorded 184 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Carlingford - East are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Carlingford - East's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
The labour market strength in Carlingford - East positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
Carlingford - East shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Carlingford - East features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Carlingford - East is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Carlingford - East displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Carlingford - East's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Carlingford - East has an estimated 12,008 residents, up 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 173 projects tracked in the area around Carlingford - East.
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 Carlingford - East.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 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.
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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 (May 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 Carlingford - East 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 Carlingford - East 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.