Double Bay - Darling Point

Double Bay - Darling Point is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of February 2026, Double Bay - Darling Point's population is approximately 10,260. This marks an increase of 302 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,958. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,248 in June 2024 and an additional 42 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 6,576 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 86.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

Population growth projections for the area are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered by ABS data. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to demographic trends, the area is expected to grow by approximately 726 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of about 7.0% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Double Bay - Darling Point is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Double Bay - Darling Point has granted approval for approximately 21 residential properties per year over the past five financial years, totalling 107 homes. As of FY-26, 8 approvals have been recorded. The area's population has declined recently, suggesting that new supply is meeting demand and providing good buying options. Developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties, as evidenced by an average construction value of $1,586,000 per home.

In FY-26, $14.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Sydney, Double Bay - Darling Point records about three-quarters the building activity per person and ranks among the 29th percentile nationally when measured by area assessed. This results in relatively constrained buyer choice, supporting interest in existing dwellings. The focus on higher-density living, with 12.0% standalone homes and 88.0% townhouses or apartments, creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. With around 577 people per approval, Double Bay - Darling Point shows a mature, established area.

According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the population is forecasted to grow by 714 residents through to 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience increased competition as the population expands.

Double Bay - Darling Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 62 projects potentially affecting this region. Notable ones include Woollahra Station Activation (Eastern Suburbs Railway), InterContinental Double Bay $1 Billion Mixed-Use Redevelopment, Double Bay Centre Planning & Urban Design Strategy, and One Darling Point. The following list details those most relevant.

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Double Bay - Darling Point ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Double Bay - Darling Point has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 2.6%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.7%.

As of September 2025, 6,438 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.6% below Greater Sydney's rate and a workforce participation rate of 72.6%. A high 65.5% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries include professional & technical (2.0 times the regional average), finance & insurance, and health care & social assistance. Construction is under-represented at 4.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 8.6%.

The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.6, indicating above-average local employment opportunities. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.7% while labour force grew by 2.7%, with unemployment remaining stable. In contrast, Greater Sydney's employment and labour force grew by 2.1% and 2.4% respectively, with a slight rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Double Bay - Darling Point's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.7% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Double Bay - Darling Point SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $88,891 and an average of $269,251. This places it in the top percentile nationally. In comparison, Greater Sydney's median was $60,817 with an average of $83,030. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimates for September 2025 would be approximately $96,767 (median) and $293,107 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Double Bay - Darling Point rank highly nationally, between the 96th and 99th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 38.2% of individuals earn over $4,000 per week, while surrounding regions have a higher proportion earning between $1,500 and $2,999. This affluence supports premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 15.7% of income, but strong earnings result in disposable income at the 95th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Double Bay - Darling Point features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Double Bay - Darling Point, as per the latest Census, consisted of 8.1% houses and 92.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Double Bay - Darling Point was 36.6%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (18.6%) or rented (44.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,200, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $720, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Double Bay - Darling Point's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Double Bay - Darling Point features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 54.6% of all households, including 15.9% that are couples with children, 31.1% consisting of couples without children, and 6.5% being single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 45.4%, with lone person households at 38.5% and group households comprising 6.9%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Double Bay - Darling Point shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Double Bay - Darling Point is notably higher than national and state averages. As of 2016 Census data, 62.5% of residents aged 15 years and above held university qualifications, compared to the Australian average of 30.4% and the New South Wales average of 32.2%. This high level of educational attainment is indicative of a strong focus on knowledge-based opportunities in the area. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification, with 41.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 17.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%.

Vocational pathways account for 16.7% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and above, with advanced diplomas making up 9.5% and certificates 7.2%. Additionally, a significant portion of the population is actively engaged in formal education, with 22.7% pursuing educational opportunities. This includes 7.2% in tertiary education, 5.9% in primary education, and 5.0% pursuing secondary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in the area comprising Double Bay - Darling Point reveals that there are 55 active transport stops currently operating. These stops offer a mix of ferry, train, and bus services. There are 21 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 9,236 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 116 meters from the nearest transport stop. As it is primarily a residential area, most residents commute outward. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 58%, while train accounts for 16% and walking for 15%.

The average vehicle ownership per dwelling in this area is 0.6, which is below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a high percentage of residents, specifically 65.5%, work from home, which may reflect the conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The service frequency averages 1,319 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 167 weekly trips per individual stop.

Double Bay - Darling Point's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

AreaSearch's health outcomes data for Double Bay - Darling Point shows excellent results. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 96% of the total population (9,870 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.8 and 6.1% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 73.2%, reported being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 26.7% (2,735 people), compared to 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Double Bay - Darling Point was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Double Bay-Darling Point, compared to most local areas, has high cultural diversity. 16.3% of its residents speak a language other than English at home, and 37.3% were born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, with 44.3% adherents.

However, Judaism is notably overrepresented at 11.2%, far exceeding Greater Sydney's average of 0.8%. For ancestry, the top groups are English (25.3%), Australian (17.5%), and Other (12.0%). Polish (2.0%) Hungarian (1.5%), and French (1.2%) ethnicities are also overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Double Bay - Darling Point's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Double Bay - Darling Point is 42 years, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and Australia's median age of 38 years. The 75-84 age group comprises 11.1% of the population compared to Greater Sydney, while the 5-14 cohort makes up 7.1%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has increased from 9.6% to 11.1%, and the 65-74 cohort has decreased from 11.5% to 10.7%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Double Bay - Darling Point. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 71%, reaching 849 people from 496. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 50% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 0-4 and 35-44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.