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Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North has an estimated 23,705 residents, up 11.3% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 7.8 kilometres north-northwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at 23,705 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 2,411 people (11.3%) since the 2021 Census, when 21,294 people were recorded. This estimate draws on the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 23,620 as of June 2025 and 715 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area combines a high proportion of working-age residents, including a notable 35 to 44yo presence, with strong overseas-born representation and a particularly prominent Professional and Technical employment base.
Group households are also a prominent feature. Overall, the area shows moderate population expansion and offers a blend of residential, commercial and recreational settings, local amenities, schools and a strong sense of community. Its greenery, tranquil atmosphere and picturesque views support opportunities for outdoor recreation and a well-balanced lifestyle for families and professionals.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 7.8 kilometres north-northwest from Sydney CBD. Its population is estimated at 23,705 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 2,411 people (11.3%) since the 2021 Census, when 21,294 people were recorded. This estimate draws on the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 23,620 as of June 2025 and 715 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area combines a high proportion of working-age residents, including a notable 35 to 44yo presence, with strong overseas-born representation and a particularly prominent Professional and Technical employment base.
Group households are also a prominent feature. Overall, the area shows moderate population expansion and offers a blend of residential, commercial and recreational settings, local amenities, schools and a strong sense of community. Its greenery, tranquil atmosphere and picturesque views support opportunities for outdoor recreation and a well-balanced lifestyle for families and professionals.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 17,451 in 2001 and 23,620 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 23,705 (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, 18.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.4%.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education and the 96th for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North is $731 a week, up 6.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.5%.
7% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $870 in 2017, $1,164 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $536 in 2017, $706 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110/2 Mindarie Street, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $935,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 10/26 Huxtable Avenue, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $845,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 306/41 Mindarie Street, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $841,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 18 Ralston Street, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $2,382,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 67/15 Mindarie Street, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $880,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 115 Beaconsfield Road, Chatswood NSW 2067 | $4,050,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 202/6 Freeman Road, Chatswood NSW 2067 | $670,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/12 Wingadee Street, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $2,625,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/4 Tantallon Road, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $2,005,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/79 Helen Street, Lane Cove North NSW 2066 | $880,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 21 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 20 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $957,500 (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 | $731 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.70m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $895k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $957,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 21 Aug 2026 to 20 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,164 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $706 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Chatswood - Lane Cove | $861 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Chatswood - Lane Cove, over 12 months | +6.5% | 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 144 tracked applications: 58 approved, 35 under assessment, 51 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 13 projects in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North and 169 more in the surrounding area.
NSW Land and Housing Corporation residential flat building of 30 affordable dwellings with basement car parking at 20-22 Mindarie Street and 30 Pinaroo Place, Lane Cove North, delivered under the Communities Plus model and SEPP (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009. Determined by the Sydney North Planning Panel in April 2021 (DA PPSSNH-188).
Multi-storey residential flat building development consisting of residential apartments with associated basement parking and landscaping in the Mowbray Precinct.
Completed redevelopment of Chatswood Golf Club into Newgreens Chatswood, an integrated golf, recreation, hospitality, wellness and retirement living precinct on Sydney's Lower North Shore.
Five-storey residential flat building with 86 affordable dwellings (43 social housing and 43 affordable housing), semi-basement/at-grade parking for 42 vehicles, bicycle parking, landscaping and public domain improvements. State Significant Development SSD-71687208 approved 16 June 2025.
Redevelopment of the former Sydney Metro Chatswood Dive site into a major mixed-use district, featuring 180 essential worker build-to-rent apartments in a 23-storey building for Stage 1, up to 1,500 total dwellings across the masterplan, central green space, retail, and community restoration of historic Mowbray House.
NSW Sydney North Planning Panel has approved DA35/2024 (as modified under s4.55(2) on 8 Aug 2025) for demolition of existing motel and dwelling and construction of a part 4, part 5 and part 6 storey residential development comprising 43 apartments and 2 three-bedroom townhouses, with two basement parking levels (approx.
Approved State Significant Development comprising a 34-storey mixed-use tower with 101 residential apartments, including 27 dedicated in-fill affordable housing units. The development incorporates three levels of commercial and retail space, basement parking, and public domain improvements near Chatswood transport interchange.
Planning proposal and precinct development control plan for twin 27-storey mixed-use towers providing 319 residential apartments, affordable housing, and a commercial podium along the Pacific Highway corridor.
Mixed-use renewal of the St Andrews Anglican Church site delivering new church and ministry facilities, a 418-seat community auditorium, and 48 residential apartments over eight storeys. Development includes community facilities and two levels of basement parking.
A $250 million, 32-storey State Significant Development delivering over 150 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments and penthouses, including 41 affordable units. Ground-level podium provides approximately 2,500sqm of retail and commercial space.
The project involves the construction of a five-storey residential flat building providing 86 affordable dwellings, including 43 social housing units and 43 affordable rental units, along with 42 resident parking spaces, 2 visitor spaces, bicycle parking, and public domain improvements.
34-storey luxury mixed-use residential tower featuring 64 apartments including Sky Gardens, Sky Homes, and Penthouses. Designed by FJC Studio with landscaping by Sturt Noble. Includes 1,476sqm of retail and commercial space, and premium amenities such as a pool deck, outdoor gym, yoga room, and golf simulator.
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AreaSearch has tracked 144 substantial development applications lodged in and around Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North over the past 5 years, 128 in the last 12 months; 35 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 5, 2023 1, 2024 5, 2025 6, 2026 (to Nov) 125.
Key application 128 Beaconsfield Road, Chatswood Aged Care | $107m | 106 dwellings | 5 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 144 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 128 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 90 | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 58 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 35 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 include: 20-22 Mindarie Street Residential Flat Building (Approved); Chatswood Golf Club Redevelopment (Construction); Chatswood Dive Site Build-to-Rent Precinct (Under Assessment); Mowbray Road Affordable Housing (Approved); and 641-653 & 655A Pacific Highway Development (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 area has seen 70 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2's current population of 23,705 has been supported by 90 approvals on average over recent years.
The Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 has seen 4.2 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 671 people in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 90, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 has grown by approximately 1,433 people, while 452 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,705 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,281 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 21,294 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,411 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.54 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 was estimated to be approximately 23,705 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,620 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The chatswood (west) - lane cove north sa2 has added approximately 2,411 people and shown a 11.32% increase from the 21,294 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is estimated at 4,279 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (82.2%), Natural increase (17.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 82.2% of overall population gains.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.9% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 17.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North is equal to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 18.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 11.4% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.6% of the population in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.1% of the population in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $72,329 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $116,741 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,415 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,229 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,094 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 13.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is approximately $76,944. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $72,329.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is approximately $124,189. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $116,741.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is approximately $76,944 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,329 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is approximately $124,189 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $116,741 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2's households (~30.4% / 2,520 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.4% 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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is $2,415/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is $3,094/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is $1,229/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is exceptionally high nationally, with the median assessed at $72,329 while the average income stands at $116,741. 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 $76,944 (median) and $124,189 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is $8,681 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The chatswood (west) - lane cove north sa2's disposable income is $8,681 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 13,920 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 19,076 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 14,406 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 has approximately 13,920 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 stands at 3.4%, which is 0.8 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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (19.2% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.8%), and finance & insurance (10.6%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North 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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is 71.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The chatswood (west) - lane cove north sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 19.2% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The chatswood (west) - lane cove north 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.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 59.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 21.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
59.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
21.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The chatswood (west) - lane cove north sa2 ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (36.2%), Postgraduate (19.2%), Advanced Diploma (10.3%).
29.9% of the population in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.2% in primary school, 6.7% 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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is 1142, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,793 students.
The chatswood (west) - lane cove north sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.5% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 8,282 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 9,220 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 68.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 had 8,282 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.3% to an estimated 9,220 households today.
The average household size in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 68.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.5%), group households (4.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,681 family households, couples with children account for 33.9% of all households, couples without children at home 25.2%, and single parent families 8.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 26.5% of all households in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.8% of households, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North 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 | 49.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 43.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 56.8% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 77.5% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 50.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 43.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 49.1% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North, at 39.4% of people, although more residents (48.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.1% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North are Chinese, comprising 19.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, English, comprising 18.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 1.7% of Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
49.1% of the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
43.2% of the population in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.3% of the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
77.5% of the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 38.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 58.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,708 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $500 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, 26.4% of homes are owned outright, 35.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 38.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 35.4% of dwellings in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 are houses.
In the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, 58.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 stands at 26.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is $2,708, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is $1,784, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.7% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 consists of 35.4% detached houses, 5.7% semi-detached dwellings, 58.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North consumes approximately 17.1% of median household income ($10,457 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North show attached dwellings contributing 54% of approvals compared to 65% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 46% of applications versus 35% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North'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 | 76.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 78.3% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Around 76.4% of people in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, 3.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.0% of people in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.7% of the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2, 76.4% 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 | 79 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 79th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 126 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 81st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,924 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 188 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 40 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 59.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 126 public transport stops within the Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2.
The Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North SA2 has 4,924 weekly trips across 40 routes, averaging 703 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 109 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 286 m away and the nearest school 591 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 126 stops nearby, 4,924 weekly trips, access rating 79 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 71 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 71st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 286 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 591 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 759 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 764 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 836 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 921 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 922 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.7 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 8 long day care centres with 471 places in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North, about 2.4 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 is slightly higher than average within Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North when compared nationally.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North's established property market has recorded 434 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North'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.
Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North has an estimated 23,705 residents, up 11.3% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North.
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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Nov 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 (121011399). 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 (Nov 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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North 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 Chatswood (West) - Lane Cove North 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.
