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Castle Hill - East has an estimated 5,306 residents, down 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 98 projects tracked in the area around Castle Hill - East.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Castle Hill - East Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 23 kilometres northwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 5,306 as of Aug 2026, a decrease of 364 people (6.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,670 people. That estimate draws on the estimated resident population (ERP) of 5,305 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 38 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has severely limited dwelling supply, a well-educated local population, standout school performance levels, a high population born overseas, a strong apartment presence and a notable Finance and Insurance employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of older Australians, and its elderly residents are largely couples with children. The area is exceptionally well educated and highly culturally diverse, while population growth shows limited expansion and sales volumes are notably low relative to its population.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Castle Hill - East Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 23 kilometres northwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 5,306 as of Aug 2026, a decrease of 364 people (6.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,670 people. That estimate draws on the estimated resident population (ERP) of 5,305 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 38 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has severely limited dwelling supply, a well-educated local population, standout school performance levels, a high population born overseas, a strong apartment presence and a notable Finance and Insurance employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of older Australians, and its elderly residents are largely couples with children. The area is exceptionally well educated and highly culturally diverse, while population growth shows limited expansion and sales volumes are notably low relative to its population.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,576 in 2001 and 5,305 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,306 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 85+, 13.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 27.3%.
Castle Hill - East ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for transport & access and the 90th for education.
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 Castle Hill - East is $816 a week, up 7.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 1.6%.
3% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $676 in 2017, $928 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $537 in 2017, $772 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Barcote Place, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,350,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 66 David Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,312,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Barcote Place, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,450,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Kingscott Place, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $3,500,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 93 David Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,550,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/2 Amberlea Court, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $1,785,000 | 13 Jul 2026 | Unit |
| 17 Mahogany Court, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,220,000 | 30 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Mensa Place, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,500,000 | 29 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Wren Court, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,851,000 | 26 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Phoenix Close, Castle Hill NSW 2154 | $2,680,000 | 19 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 12 Sep 2025 (the latest settled 13 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $2,656,900 (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 | $816 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.74m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.79m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,656,900 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 12 Sep 2025 to 13 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $928 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $772 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Baulkham Hills | $878 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Baulkham Hills, over 12 months | +5.8% | 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 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 33 tracked applications: 18 approved, 3 under assessment, 12 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 98 projects in and around Castle Hill - East, 33 of them under construction.
State Significant Precinct masterplan adjoining Cherrybrook Metro Station delivering a mixed-use retail and residential precinct comprising up to 600 dwellings across 3.5 hectares of developable land.
ALAND is completing construction and rectification works on the former Toplace Skyview development at Castle Hill. The five-tower complex will deliver 964 apartments in total, including 532 build-to-rent units across Buildings C, D and E, which ALAND is completing after receivers KordaMentha appointed them in September 2024.
Australia's first Woodward destination, this world-class indoor action sports facility at Castle Towers spans three levels. It features specialised zones for skateboarding, BMX, scootering, parkour, snowboarding, and skiing, along with rock climbing and bouldering walls.
A major 1.1 billion dollar multi-stage redevelopment transforming Castle Towers into a premier town centre destination. The expansion includes 'The Village', a mixed-use lifestyle precinct featuring over 70 new retail brands, a 200-room luxury hotel designed by Woods Bagot, and a 12-storey A-grade commercial tower known as 2 Castle Street.
A five-tower, 964-apartment complex in Castle Hill originally developed by the collapsed Toplace Group (Jean Nassif). Buildings A (Lyra) and B (Carina) are completed and occupied.
A new dual-building residential complex providing high-density affordable housing options within the Castle Hill North Precinct. The development features an 11-storey building and a 6-storey building comprising 164 apartments total, designed to integrate with the surrounding urban renewal area near the Castle Hill Metro Station.
$445 million mixed-use transit-oriented development comprising 430 apartments across four towers (up to 20 storeys) above a retail precinct, designed by Turner Studio. Located 50 metres from Hills Showground Metro Station.
A proposed low-rise residential development located within the Cherrybrook Station Precinct. The project involves the amalgamation of multiple lots to deliver approximately 172 modern apartments, designed to integrate with the surrounding leafy character while providing high-density housing options adjacent to the Sydney Metro Northwest corridor.
A State Significant Development comprising the construction of 360 residential units, including 48 in-fill affordable apartments (13.3% of GFA), across multiple buildings reaching up to 8 storeys. The project modifies previous approvals to increase density and height within the Hills Showground Precinct to address housing demand.
Construction is underway on Levande Hills Showground, a premium retirement community comprising 217 independent living apartments across five mid-rise buildings in the Hills Showground precinct, adjacent to the Hills Showground Metro Station in Castle Hill.
The project involves the upgrade and extension of the existing carpark at Knightsbridge Shopping Centre to support increased retail activity following the centre's recent refurbishment and the opening of a Woolworths Metro.
A $340 million luxury over-55s residential community developed by CHRG. The project features five buildings ranging from 5 to 6 storeys, containing 249 spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses.
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Estimated completion year of the 55 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 14, 2027 10, 2028 15, 2029 4, 2030 7, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 1. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 33 substantial development applications lodged in and around Castle Hill - East over the period covered (about 4.4 years), 22 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 0, 2024 2, 2025 7, 2026 (to Nov) 21.
Key application 284 Castle Hill Road, Castle Hill Multi-Resi | $51m | 46 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 7th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the Castle Hill - East SA2 area has seen 3 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Castle Hill - East SA2's current population of 5,306 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
The Castle Hill - East SA2 has seen 0.4 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 4018 people in the Castle Hill - 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 Castle Hill - East SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 2, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Castle Hill - East SA2 has seen 12 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Castle Hill - East SA2 include: Cherrybrook Station Precinct Development (Approved); Hills Shire Council Infrastructure Delivery Program 2025-2026 (Construction); Skyview Apartments Castle Hill (Construction); Gilham St, Castle Hill (Approved); and New Line Road Upgrade (Proposed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Castle Hill - East SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Castle Hill - East SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 35th percentile.
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.
Castle Hill - East is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,306 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -6.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,561 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -1.5% | 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 | 5,670 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.07 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Castle Hill - East SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,306 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,305 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The castle hill - east sa2 has lost approximately 364 people and shown a 6.42% decrease from the 5,670 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is estimated at 2,563 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Castle Hill - East SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (68.3%), Interstate migration (31.7%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 68.3% of overall population gains.
Castle Hill - East ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 53 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 95th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 37.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 37.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 53 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Castle Hill - East SA2 at 53 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 53 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 53 years as at August 2026, Castle Hill - East is 16 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 15 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Castle Hill - East SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 85+ group, making up 13.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Castle Hill - East SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 4.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Castle Hill - East SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (13.6% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (12.8% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (4.8% vs 16.2%) and 0-4 year-olds (2.0% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.6% of the population in the Castle Hill - East SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 37.7% of the population in the Castle Hill - East SA2 as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 74% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,647 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $92,990 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,014 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $715 | 2021 Census, weekly | 31st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 38.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,921 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is approximately $69,835. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,647.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is approximately $98,923. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $92,990.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is approximately $69,835 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,647 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is approximately $98,923 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $92,990 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Castle Hill - East SA2's households (~27.3% / 494 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 27.3% 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 Castle Hill - East SA2 is $2,014/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is $2,921/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is $715/wk.
The Castle Hill - East SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $65,647 and an average of $92,990 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,835 (median) and $98,923 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is $7,072 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The castle hill - east sa2's disposable income is $7,072 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Castle Hill - East well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 53.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,377 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,713 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,426 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Castle Hill - East SA2 has approximately 2,377 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Castle Hill - East SA2 stands at 2.0%, which is 2.1 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 Castle Hill - East SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (14.8% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.8%), and education & training (11.4%). Other significant employers include finance & insurance and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Castle Hill - East SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Castle Hill - East SA2 is 53.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The castle hill - east sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 14.8% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The castle hill - east sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Castle Hill - East places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 48.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
48.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Castle Hill - East SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
28.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Castle Hill - East SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The castle hill - east sa2 ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Castle Hill - East SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.3%), Postgraduate (15.3%), Advanced Diploma (11.6%).
31.1% of the population in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.6% in primary school, 10.7% in secondary school, 6.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is 1134, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Castle Hill - East SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,971 students.
The castle hill - east sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Castle Hill - East features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 42.9% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,811 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,695 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Castle Hill - East SA2 had 1,811 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 6.4% to an estimated 1,695 households today.
The average household size in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.7%), group households (0.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,280 family households, couples with children account for 42.9% of all households, couples without children at home 22.1%, and single parent families 5.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Castle Hill - East SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 28.7% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Castle Hill - East SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 21.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 28.7% of all households in the Castle Hill - East SA2, higher 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 0.7% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Castle Hill - 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 | 45.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 41.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 58.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.3% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 54.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Castle Hill - East scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 41.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 45.9% born overseas.
The main religion in Castle Hill - East was found to be Christianity, which makes up 54.9% of people in Castle Hill - East. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 8.0% of the population, compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Castle Hill - East are English, comprising 20.5% of the population, Chinese, comprising 19.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, and Australian, comprising 16.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Castle Hill - East (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Sri Lankan at 1.0% (vs 0.3%) and Indian at 6.9% (vs 3.6%).
45.9% of the Castle Hill - East SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
41.9% of the population in the Castle Hill - East SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.3% of the Castle Hill - East SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
84.3% of the Castle Hill - East SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Castle Hill - 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 | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 68.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.5% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $547 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 34.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Castle Hill - East SA2, 40.9% of homes are owned outright, 40.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 18.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 68.1% of dwellings in the Castle Hill - East SA2 are houses.
In the Castle Hill - East SA2, 19.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Castle Hill - East SA2 stands at 40.9%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is $1,655, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Castle Hill - East SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 34.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Castle Hill - East SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Castle Hill - East SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 34.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 27.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Castle Hill - East SA2 consists of 68.1% detached houses, 12.3% semi-detached dwellings, 19.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Castle Hill - East consumes approximately 19.0% of median household income ($8,721 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Health in Castle Hill - East: private health cover 65.3%, no long-term health condition 66.4%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 65.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 86th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
Around 65.3% of people in the Castle Hill - East SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Castle Hill - East SA2, 11.7% 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 Castle Hill - East SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.6% of the Castle Hill - East SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
6.0% of people in the Castle Hill - East SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Castle Hill - East SA2, 65.3% 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 | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 58 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,298 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 92 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 100 | 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 | 58.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 58 public transport stops within the Castle Hill - East SA2.
The Castle Hill - East SA2 has 4,298 weekly trips across 100 routes, averaging 614 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 177 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 436 m away and the nearest pharmacy 522 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 58 stops nearby, 4,298 weekly trips, access rating 93 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 35 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 35th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 436 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 522 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 542 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 605 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 609 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 723 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.3 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 2 long day care centres with 95 places in Castle Hill - East, about 1.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Castle Hill - East is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Castle Hill - East has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Castle Hill - East's resilient property market has recorded 33 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 94% residential and 6% vacant land transactions.
Castle Hill - East is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Castle Hill - East ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 74% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Castle Hill - East well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Educational achievement in Castle Hill - East places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Castle Hill - East features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Greater Sydney.
Castle Hill - 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.
Castle Hill - East displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Castle Hill - East: private health cover 65.3%, no long-term health condition 66.4%.
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.
Castle Hill - East has an estimated 5,306 residents, down 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 98 projects tracked in the area around Castle Hill - 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 Castle Hill - East.
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 Jul 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (115011554). 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 (Jul 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Castle Hill - 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 Castle Hill - 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.
