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Drummoyne - Rodd Point has an estimated 19,196 residents, up 4.5% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Drummoyne - Rodd Point.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 5.7 kilometres west-northwest of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 19,196 as of Aug 2026, up 830 people (4.5%) from the 18,366 recorded at the 2021 Census. That estimate combines the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 19,158 as of June 2025 with 132 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date. The area is known for its waterfront setting, tranquil parks and tree-lined streets, and it has a high proportion of apartments.
Market strengths include standout school performance, a notable finance and insurance employment base, and elevated professional and technical employment. Population growth has been limited, while the area's parks, sporting clubs, water activities and diverse dining options make it a sought-after location for families and those seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 17,021 in 2001 and 19,158 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,196 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 14.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 34%.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for income and the 95th for education.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Drummoyne - Rodd Point is $870 a week, up 2.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 10% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.4%.
10% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $840 in 2017, $1,370 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $606 in 2017, $826 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7/2 Drummoyne Avenue, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $2,050,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 12/16 Marlborough Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $1,180,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 4/26 Tranmere Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $735,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 5 Barney Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $4,500,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 35 Bouvardia Street, Russell Lea NSW 2046 | $2,250,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9/100 St Georges Crescent, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $1,250,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 54 Barnstaple Road, Rodd Point NSW 2046 | $4,300,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/48 Bayswater Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $2,020,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 10/104 Lower St Georges Crescent, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $1,430,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 21 Alexandra Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047 | $4,080,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 28 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $1,945,000 (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 | $870 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $3.11m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.36m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,945,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 28 Jul 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,370 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +25.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $826 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.3% | 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 | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Canada Bay | $874 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Canada Bay, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner West | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner West, over 12 months | +4.4% | 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 |
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Status of the 264 tracked applications: 130 approved, 54 under assessment, 80 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 13 projects in Drummoyne - Rodd Point (3 under construction) and 124 more in the surrounding area.
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Alterations and internal refurbishments to the existing Scalabrini Village to deliver 54 independent living units, a care hub with 2…
Three luxury whole-floor waterfront residences designed by PBD Architects and Studio Aria for developer Perifa.
The WestConnex M4-M5 Link is a critical 7.5km twin-tunnel motorway connecting the M4 at Haberfield to the M8 at St Peters.
Final waterfront stage within the established Balmain Shores community on the former Balmain Power Station site in Rozelle, delivering…
A collection of twelve luxury waterfront residences designed by SJB on the northern edge of the Drummoyne peninsula, featuring pool…
Redevelopment of the former Balmain Leagues Club site into a 16-storey mixed-use precinct by PERIFA and Mitsubishi Estate Asia.
A major mixed-use precinct development on the former Balmain Leagues Club site in Rozelle.
Inner West Council is delivering a $55 million staged upgrade of Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre to renew ageing pool infrastructure and…
Ongoing restoration, conservation and adaptive reuse program for heritage buildings across Callan Park.
Largest infrastructure project by the City of Canada Bay, delivering a modern community sport and recreation precinct with a new indoor…
Comprehensive revitalisation of Five Dock town centre with improved public spaces, retail upgrades, and enhanced pedestrian connectivity in…
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Estimated completion year of the 68 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 8, 2026 14, 2027 12, 2028 11, 2029 7, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 6, 2033 1, 2034 1, 2035 1, 2036 1. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 264 substantial development applications lodged in and around Drummoyne - Rodd Point over the past 5 years, 185 in the last 12 months; 54 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 14, 2023 15, 2024 28, 2025 21, 2026 (to Oct) 183.
Key application 2A Hythe Street, Drummoyne Multi-Resi | $21m | 68 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 264 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 185 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 65 | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 130 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 54 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 include: Canada Bay Council Infrastructure Program (Construction); City of Canada Bay Local Infrastructure Contribution Plan 2026 (Approved); Scalabrini Harbourside Seniors Housing, Drummoyne (Dev. Approval); Five Dock Station - Sydney Metro West (Construction); and Lusso Drummoyne (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Drummoyne - Rodd Point recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 area has seen 173 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2's current population of 19,196 has been supported by 65 approvals on average over recent years.
The Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 has seen 3.5 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 275 people in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 65, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 has grown by approximately 326 people, while 324 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.0 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.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,196 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,182 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 18,366 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 830 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 was estimated to be approximately 19,196 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 19,158 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The drummoyne - rodd point sa2 has added approximately 830 people and shown a 4.52% increase from the 18,366 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is estimated at 5,188 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (83.4%), Natural increase (16.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 83.4% of overall population gains.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.4% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Drummoyne - Rodd Point is 5 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 12.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.4% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.0% of the population in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.9% of the population in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 4% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $79,029 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $124,364 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,754 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,296 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 47.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,446 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is approximately $84,071. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $79,029.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is approximately $132,298. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $124,364.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is approximately $84,071 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,029 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is approximately $132,298 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $124,364 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2's households (~34.0% / 2,446 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 34.0% 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 Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is $2,754/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is $3,446/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is $1,296/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2's median income among taxpayers is $79,029, with an average of $124,364. This is among the top percentile nationally, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $63,183 and average of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $84,071 (median) and $132,298 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is $10,070 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The drummoyne - rodd point sa2's disposable income is $10,070 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,390 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,777 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,630 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 has approximately 11,390 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.1%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 stands at 2.1%, which is 2.1 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (15.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.4%), and finance & insurance (10.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is 70.2%, 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 drummoyne - rodd point sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 15.3% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The drummoyne - rodd point sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 47.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
47.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
27.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The drummoyne - rodd point sa2 ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (31.5%), Certificate (13.6%), Postgraduate (12.7%).
27.6% of the population in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 6.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is 1145, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,165 students.
The drummoyne - rodd point sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point has relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,193 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,518 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 had 7,193 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.5% to an estimated 7,518 households today.
The average household size in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.4%), group households (3.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,049 family households, couples with children account for 31.7% of all households, couples without children at home 28.5%, and single parent families 8.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 have an average of 1.3 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 48.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.8% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 26.4% of all households in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point 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 3.4% of households, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 24.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Drummoyne - Rodd Point was found to be 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 was found to be Christianity, which makes up 60.7% of people in Drummoyne - Rodd Point. 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 Greater Sydney's 3.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of Drummoyne - Rodd Point (vs 1.9% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 1.6% (vs 2.6%) and Croatian at 1.0% (vs 0.7%).
29.3% of the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
24.7% of the population in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.3% of the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
88.5% of the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 32.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 45.0% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,250 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $600 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, 36.2% of homes are owned outright, 31.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 32.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 44.2% of dwellings in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 are houses.
In the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, 45.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 stands at 36.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is $3,250, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is $1,864, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.8% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 consists of 44.2% detached houses, 9.7% semi-detached dwellings, 45.0% apartments, and 1.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Drummoyne - Rodd Point consumes approximately 15.6% of median household income ($11,925 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Drummoyne - Rodd Point show attached dwellings contributing 65% of approvals compared to 56% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 35% of applications versus 44% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point'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 | 77.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 96th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.3% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
Around 77.6% of people in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, 4.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.2% of people in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.2% of the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2, 77.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 94 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 94th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 114 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8,859 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 168 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 43 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 57.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 114 public transport stops within the Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2.
The Drummoyne - Rodd Point SA2 has 8,859 weekly trips across 43 routes, averaging 1,265 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 140 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 406 m away and the nearest pharmacy 419 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 114 stops nearby, 8,859 weekly trips, access rating 94 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 81st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 406 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 419 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 474 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 537 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 552 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 668 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 757 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 860 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 893 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.8 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 3 long day care centres with 145 places in Drummoyne - Rodd Point, about 6.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Drummoyne - Rodd Point recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point's established property market has recorded 331 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 98% residential, 2% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
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.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 4% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
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.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point has relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
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 features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point'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 high 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.
Drummoyne - Rodd Point has an estimated 19,196 residents, up 4.5% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Drummoyne - Rodd Point.
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 Drummoyne - Rodd Point.
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 Aug 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.
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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 (120011385). 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 (Aug 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 Drummoyne - Rodd Point 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 Drummoyne - Rodd Point 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.
