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Dapto - Avondale has an estimated 25,229 residents, up 4.3% since the 2021 Census, with 33 projects tracked in Dapto - Avondale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 80 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD, the Dapto - Avondale Statistical Area (Lv2) is set amid scenic rolling hills, lush waterways, and heritage landmarks such as the historic Avondale Estate. As of August 2026, the area's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) stands at approximately 25,229 residents, representing an increase of 1,034 people (4.3%) since the 2021 Census population of 24,195. This measured expansion is underpinned by an ABS estimated resident population of 24,842 as of June 2025 and 405 Validated New Addresses recorded since the census date, highlighting moderate demographic momentum alongside a balanced age profile with a median age of 41.
Dapto - Avondale features strong service amenity, vibrant dining, and outdoor parklands that foster a welcoming, relaxed lifestyle. Economically, the region is characterised by an extensive healthcare employment base, notable construction employment, and a substantial administrative workforce, set against an overall lower education level.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 80 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD, the Dapto - Avondale Statistical Area (Lv2) is set amid scenic rolling hills, lush waterways, and heritage landmarks such as the historic Avondale Estate. As of August 2026, the area's Estimated Resident Population (ERP) stands at approximately 25,229 residents, representing an increase of 1,034 people (4.3%) since the 2021 Census population of 24,195. This measured expansion is underpinned by an ABS estimated resident population of 24,842 as of June 2025 and 405 Validated New Addresses recorded since the census date, highlighting moderate demographic momentum alongside a balanced age profile with a median age of 41.
Dapto - Avondale features strong service amenity, vibrant dining, and outdoor parklands that foster a welcoming, relaxed lifestyle. Economically, the region is characterised by an extensive healthcare employment base, notable construction employment, and a substantial administrative workforce, set against an overall lower education level.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 21,968 in 2001 and 24,842 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 25,229 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 13.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.2%.
Dapto - Avondale ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for amenities and the 58th for transport & access.
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 Dapto - Avondale is $652 a week, up 8.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
12% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $444 in 2017, $676 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Heininger Street, Dapto NSW 2530 | $995,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Ena Avenue, Avondale NSW 2530 | $855,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 78 Tait Avenue, Kanahooka NSW 2530 | $845,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 54 Bambil Crescent, Dapto NSW 2530 | $740,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Tallawong Crescent, Dapto NSW 2530 | $860,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Bright Parade, Dapto NSW 2530 | $843,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Tallawong Crescent, Dapto NSW 2530 | $790,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Sanderson Road, Kanahooka NSW 2530 | $790,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/18 Osborne Street, Dapto NSW 2530 | $728,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 13 Shell Place, Dapto NSW 2530 | $900,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 7 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $852,500 (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 | $652 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $933k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $821k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $852,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 7 Aug 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $676 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $486 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 | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Dapto - Port Kembla | $663 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Dapto - Port Kembla, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Illawarra | $689 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Illawarra, over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 197 tracked applications: 88 approved, 44 under assessment, 65 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 33 projects in Dapto - Avondale (8 under construction) and 106 more in the surrounding area.
Sydney Water is delivering comprehensive drinking water and wastewater infrastructure to support the West Dapto Urban Release Area. The scope includes over 100 kilometres of distribution mains, sewage pumping stations, reservoirs, and network connections linking to regional treatment assets.
TAFE NSW is delivering major educational facility and infrastructure modernisation at the Yallah Campus on Yallah Road. The project delivers modernised agricultural, horticultural, and animal science training workshops, sustainable greenhouse facilities, veterinary nursing labs, upgraded classrooms, and improved student amenities.
The Heartwood Estate is a master-planned residential community located in Dapto, delivering approximately 180 residential lots and house-and-land packages across staged releases.
The West Dapto Urban Release Area is a multi-decade growth project designed to deliver 19,500 new dwellings for approximately 60,000 residents. Spanning 4,700 hectares, the development includes eight future centres with major hubs at Bong Bong, Darkes, and Marshall Mount.
Development of a new town centre and civic hub to serve the expanding Yallah-Marshall Mount community. The precinct includes 3,500sqm to 8,000sqm of retail floor space, local convenience and specialty dining, open civic spaces, and a proposed public primary school.
Stage 1 of the Cleveland Road Upgrade involves widening 440 metres of Fowlers Road (South) from two to four travel lanes, including kerb and gutter construction, stormwater drainage, street lighting, and new shared paths.
Wollongong City Council project facilitating road corridor connections linking Western Avenue to Marshall Street via Avondale Road as part of the West Dapto Access Strategy. The planning proposal reclassified community land at Lot 49 DP 247895 to operational land to enable road dedication and construction works.
Madison Park Estate is a boutique medium-density townhouse residential development delivering 39 architecturally designed three-bedroom homes in Kembla Grange, managed by Harrison Property. The project provides modern suburban living within the fast-growing West Dapto growth area.
A DA-approved mixed-use development featuring 32 residential apartments (mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units), 432 sqm of commercial space, and 533 sqm of retail space in a multi-storey building. Total approved building area of 3,309 sqm.
Mixed-use redevelopment of the Dapto Hotel site retaining the heritage-listed hotel and constructing two 9-storey apartment towers above ground-floor commercial space (approx. 3 tenancies). The Wollongong Local Planning Panel considered the DA in 2020, requiring detailed heritage conservation works to the existing hotel prior to delegated consent.
Graevelia Central Industrial Estate is a modern multi-unit industrial and warehousing development strategically located off the Princes Highway in Yallah. The estate features high-clearance concrete tilt-panel units equipped with mezzanine levels, roller door access, and on-site amenities to support regional business and logistics operations.
Avoca Park Estate is a multi-dwelling residential development comprising 92 townhouses by The Bathla Group offering three and four-bedroom layouts. Approved under DA-2020/1266 by Wollongong City Council, the development includes community facilities, open spaces, and internal roadway infrastructure.
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Estimated completion year of the 89 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 2, 2025 4, 2026 21, 2027 28, 2028 15, 2029 4, 2030 8, 2031 0, 2032 3, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4. 30 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 197 substantial development applications lodged in and around Dapto - Avondale over the past 5 years, 120 in the last 12 months; 44 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 13, 2023 15, 2024 24, 2025 23, 2026 (to Oct) 115.
Key application 18 Bong Bong Road, Dapto Commercial | $52m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 197 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 120 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 82 | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 88 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 44 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Dapto - Avondale SA2 include: TAFE NSW Yallah Campus Educational Facility Upgrades (Construction); West Dapto Urban Release Area (Construction); Yallah Road Extension & Link Road Corridor (Road No. 8) (Planning); WestPoint Dapto (Approved); and The Heartwood Estate Dapto (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Dapto - Avondale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Dapto - Avondale compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 area has seen 91 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Dapto - Avondale SA2's current population of 25,229 has been supported by 82 approvals on average over recent years.
The Dapto - Avondale SA2 has seen 3.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 551 people in the Dapto - Avondale SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Dapto - Avondale SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 82, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 has grown by approximately 508 people, while 412 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Dapto - Avondale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,229 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 446 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 24,195 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,034 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 56.60 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Dapto - Avondale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 25,229 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 24,842 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The dapto - avondale sa2 has added approximately 1,034 people and shown a 4.27% increase from the 24,195 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is estimated at 446 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (48.6%), Natural increase (42.4%), Interstate migration (9.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 48.6% of overall population gains.
Dapto - Avondale's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Dapto - Avondale is 2 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.9% of the population in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.7% of the population in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,376 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 51st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $69,990 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,445 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $670 | 2021 Census, weekly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 16.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,782 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is approximately $63,164. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,376.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is approximately $74,455. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $69,990.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is approximately $63,164 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,376 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is approximately $74,455 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,990 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Dapto - Avondale SA2's households (~32.2% / 2,936 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.2% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is $1,445/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is $1,782/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is $670/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is slightly lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $59,376 while the average income stands at $69,990. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,164 (median) and $74,455 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is $5,120 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The dapto - avondale sa2's disposable income is $5,120 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Dapto - Avondale lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 7.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,388 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 21,753 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 12,325 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Dapto - Avondale SA2 has approximately 11,388 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 7.6%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 stands at 7.6%, which is 3.5 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.9% of employment), construction (11.4%), and retail trade (10.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Dapto - Avondale SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is 60.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The dapto - avondale sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 19.9% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The dapto - avondale sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.2% growth, ranking 17th out of 37 regions nationally.
Dapto - Avondale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 43.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
13.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
43.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The dapto - avondale sa2 ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 are: Certificate (33.1%), Advanced Diploma (9.8%), Bachelor Degree (9.3%).
26.8% of the population in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.4% in primary school, 7.6% in secondary school, 3.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is 953, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Dapto - Avondale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,700 students.
The dapto - avondale sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Dapto - Avondale features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.5% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 9,127 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 9,517 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Dapto - Avondale SA2 had 9,127 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.3% to an estimated 9,517 households today.
The average household size in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.5%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 6,690 family households, couples with children account for 29.8% of all households, couples without children at home 27.9%, and single parent families 14.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Dapto - Avondale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.2% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 24.5% of all households in the Dapto - Avondale SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Dapto - Avondale ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
Dapto - Avondale was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.9% of its population born in Australia, 91.6% being citizens, and 92.4% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Dapto - Avondale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.3% of people in Dapto - Avondale. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Dapto - Avondale are English, comprising 31.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 28.9% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Dapto - Avondale (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.3%).
17.1% of the Dapto - Avondale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
7.6% of the population in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.6% of the Dapto - Avondale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
91.6% of the Dapto - Avondale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Dapto - Avondale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 57th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 31.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Dapto - Avondale SA2, 38.2% of homes are owned outright, 37.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.0% of dwellings in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 are houses.
In the Dapto - Avondale SA2, 2.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 stands at 38.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is $1,950, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is $1,141, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Dapto - Avondale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 31.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 31.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 27.0% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 consists of 85.0% detached houses, 12.6% semi-detached dwellings, 2.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Dapto - Avondale consumes approximately 18.2% of median household income ($6,257 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Dapto - Avondale show attached dwellings contributing 48% of approvals compared to 15% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 52% of applications versus 85% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Dapto - Avondale is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 41st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Dapto - Avondale SA2, 8.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.7% of people in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.8% of the Dapto - Avondale SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.0% of people in the Dapto - Avondale SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Dapto - Avondale SA2, 52.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 58th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 197 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,831 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 127 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 59 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 19.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 197 public transport stops within the Dapto - Avondale SA2.
The Dapto - Avondale SA2 has 2,831 weekly trips across 59 routes, averaging 404 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 168 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 518 m away and the nearest school 779 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 197 stops nearby, 2,831 weekly trips, access rating 58 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 518 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 779 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.9 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 15 long day care centres with 937 places in Dapto - Avondale, about 1.6 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 lower than average in Dapto - Avondale compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dapto - Avondale ranks in the 31st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Dapto - Avondale's resilient property market has recorded 434 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 95% residential, 3% commercial and 2% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Dapto - Avondale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Dapto - Avondale's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Dapto - Avondale lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Dapto - Avondale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Dapto - Avondale features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Dapto - Avondale ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Dapto - Avondale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
Health performance in Dapto - Avondale is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Dapto - Avondale has an estimated 25,229 residents, up 4.3% since the 2021 Census, with 33 projects tracked in Dapto - Avondale.
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 Dapto - Avondale.
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 Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (107011131). 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 (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Dapto - Avondale 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 Dapto - Avondale 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.
