Drummoyne - Rodd Point

Drummoyne - Rodd 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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Drummoyne - Rodd Point's population is around 18,976 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 610 people (3.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 18,366 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 18,962 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 85 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 5,128 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, making land in the area a highly sought resource. Drummoyne - Rodd Point's 3.3% growth since the census positions it within 2.3 percentage points of the SA3 area (5.6%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 76.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population dynamics, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the area's population expected to shrink by 35 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 85 and over age group, which is projected to grow by 697 people. See the age section for more details.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Drummoyne - Rodd Point recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Drummoyne - Rodd Point has averaged around 73 new dwelling approvals per year, with 365 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 28 so far in FY-26. With population declining over recent years, new supply has likely been keeping up with demand, offering good choice to buyers, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $590,000, showing that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. There have also been $15.8 million in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development.

When measured against Greater Sydney, Drummoyne - Rodd Point shows approximately 62% of the construction activity per person while it places among the 68th percentile of areas assessed nationally, though construction activity has intensified recently. New building activity shows 42.0% detached houses and 58.0% townhouses or apartments. This skew toward compact living offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. The location has approximately 217 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Drummoyne - Rodd Point should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Drummoyne - Rodd Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 31 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Canada Bay Council Infrastructure Program, Drummoyne Oval Precinct Plan, Scalabrini Harbourside Seniors Living, Drummoyne, and Five Dock Station - Sydney Metro West, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Drummoyne - Rodd Point demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Drummoyne - Rodd Point features a highly educated workforce, with the technology sector a particular standout in terms of representation, and an unemployment rate of just 2.2%. As of December 2025, 11,147 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.0% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Based on Census responses, a high 57.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The key industries of employment among residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. The area shows particularly strong specialization in professional & technical, with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level. Meanwhile, retail trade has limited presence with 6.8% employment compared to 9.3% regionally. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period saw the labour force decrease by 1.8% while employment declined by 2.2%, resulting in the unemployment rate rising by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Drummoyne - Rodd Point. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Drummoyne - Rodd Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $76,377 with the average level standing at $117,661. This is among the top percentile nationally and compares to levels of $60,817 and $83,003 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $83,144 (median) and $128,086 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Drummoyne - Rodd Point, between the 94th and 94th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate the largest segment comprises 34.0% earning $4000+ weekly (6,451 residents), diverging from the region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category predominates at 30.9%. Drummoyne - Rodd Point demonstrates considerable affluence with 47.0% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. High housing costs consume 15.6% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 94th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

Dwelling structure within Drummoyne - Rodd Point, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 44.2% houses and 55.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Drummoyne - Rodd Point was well beyond that of Sydney metro, at 36.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (31.6%) or rented (32.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Sydney metro average at $3,250, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $600, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Drummoyne - Rodd Point's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Drummoyne - Rodd Point has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 70.2% of all households, comprising 31.7% couples with children, 28.5% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 29.8%, with lone person households at 26.4% and group households comprising 3.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 people is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Drummoyne - Rodd Point demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Drummoyne - Rodd Point significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 47.9% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.2% in NSW. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 31.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational pathways account for 24.7% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (13.6%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 6.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 113 active transport stops operating within Drummoyne - Rodd Point, comprising a mix of ferry and buses. These stops are serviced by 44 individual routes, collectively providing 10,430 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 140 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 80%, with 8% by bus and 4% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling. A high 57.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 1,490 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 92 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

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

Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across Drummoyne - Rodd Point, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. There is a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups, and the rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 78% of the total population (14,896 people). This compares to 59.9% across Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 6.9% and 6.2% of residents, respectively, while 74.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has 20.8% of residents aged 65 and over (3,952 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Drummoyne - Rodd Point is more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 29.3% of its population born overseas and 24.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Drummoyne - Rodd Point is Christianity, which makes up 60.7% of people in the area. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Drummoyne - Rodd Point are English, comprising 20.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.8% of the population, and Italian, comprising 11.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 3.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of the population (vs 1.9% regionally), Lebanese at 1.6% (vs 2.6%) and Croatian at 1.0% (vs 0.7%).

Drummoyne - Rodd Point's median age exceeds the national pattern

The 42-year median age in Drummoyne - Rodd Point is significantly above Greater Sydney's average of 37 and similarly considerably older than Australia's 38 years. The 55 - 64 age group shows strong representation at 12.7% compared to Greater Sydney, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is less prevalent at 11.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 9.5% to 11.8% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 5.9% to 7.2%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 12.8% to 11.5% and the 35 to 44 group dropped from 14.1% to 13.0%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Drummoyne - Rodd Point. Leading the demographic shift, the 85+ group will grow by 89% (615 people), reaching 1,306 from 690. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 98% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 55 to 64 and 45 to 54 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.