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Eden has an estimated 3,465 residents, up 1.2% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Eden.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Eden Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 209 kilometres south-southeast from Canberra CBD. Its population is around 3,465 as of Aug 2026. The 2021 Census recorded 3,425 people, and AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP outputs from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. Market characteristics include strong outright home ownership, low average household size, above-average children per family, notable 75 to 84yo presence, an elevated hospitality employment base, and a pronounced proportion aged 85 and over.
Eden has a high proportion of mature and retirement aged and older Australians, largely in lone person households and couples without children. Educational attainment and income levels are in the lower ranges, while population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. The area is a coastal community in NSW, Australia, associated with Twofold Bay, Aslings Beach, Ben Boyd National Park and Mount Imlay National Park, as well as maritime history, museums, heritage sites, community life and dining.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Eden Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 209 kilometres south-southeast from Canberra CBD. Its population is around 3,465 as of Aug 2026. The 2021 Census recorded 3,425 people, and AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP outputs from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. Market characteristics include strong outright home ownership, low average household size, above-average children per family, notable 75 to 84yo presence, an elevated hospitality employment base, and a pronounced proportion aged 85 and over.
Eden has a high proportion of mature and retirement aged and older Australians, largely in lone person households and couples without children. Educational attainment and income levels are in the lower ranges, while population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. The area is a coastal community in NSW, Australia, associated with Twofold Bay, Aslings Beach, Ben Boyd National Park and Mount Imlay National Park, as well as maritime history, museums, heritage sites, community life and dining.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,365 in 2001 and 3,453 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,465 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 16.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 30.6%.
Eden ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 44th for infrastructure drivers.
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 Eden is $509 a week, up 10.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
12% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $362 in 2017, $600 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $240 in 2017, $315 in 2023. A break means no rent was reported that year. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Bungo Street, Eden NSW 2551 | $699,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Emblen Street, Eden NSW 2551 | $670,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Dolphin Crescent, Eden NSW 2551 | $787,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 54 Kb Timms Drive, Eden NSW 2551 | $830,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Hollydale Place, Eden NSW 2551 | $770,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 129 Imlay Street, Eden NSW 2551 | $500,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 157 Imlay Street, Eden NSW 2551 | $1,050,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 64 Kb Timms Drive, Eden NSW 2551 | $1,000,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Fishermens Court, Eden NSW 2551 | $680,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Irene Crescent, Eden NSW 2551 | $535,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 23 Feb 2026 (the latest settled 28 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $747,500 (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 | $509 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.3% | 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 | $738k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $440k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $747,500 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 23 Feb 2026 to 28 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, South Coast | $527 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, South Coast, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 45 tracked applications: 7 approved, 12 under assessment, 26 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in Eden (2 under construction) and 61 more in the surrounding area.
Council-led upgrades to Eden's main street and public realm in line with the Eden CBD Landscape Master Plan. Current works include pavement renewal, pedestrian amenity improvements, new garden beds, custom street furniture, and feature tree planting on Imlay Street, aimed at supporting local business and enhancing town centre activation.
Mixed-use tourism and maritime precinct at Cattle Bay, Eden on the NSW Sapphire Coast. DA 2019.208 approves a staged 154-berth marina with wave attenuator, refurbished wharf, car parking, offices and amenities. A staging modification was on public exhibition in June 2025. Landside foreshore restoration works commenced October 2024.
DA-approved mixed-use development on the 9,975 sqm former Eden Fishermen's Recreation Club site on Imlay Street. Consents cover three luxury residential apartment buildings totalling 86 apartments (GFA 9,278 sqm) and a 78-room five-star hotel (GFA 4,984 sqm), designed by Altis Architecture.
A $44 million State Significant Infrastructure project to extend the Breakwater Wharf at the Port of Eden, allowing larger cruise ships up to 370m to berth directly in Snug Cove. Modification 3 removes the seasonal cruise visit cap and permits 24-hour berthing, driving an estimated $48.4 million in regional economic growth and over 80 jobs.
Night roadworks involving stormwater and road upgrades along Storey Avenue and parts of the Princes Highway to improve road surface and safety. Scheduled for July 2025.
The Eden Harbour Quarter is a mixed-use development starting with a shoptop residential building featuring 57 apartments and two commercial units on a 7815sq m site. Future plans include a pub, hotel, rooftop bar, promenade, and road enhancements, aiming to create a vibrant precinct near Snug Cove with enhanced community and visitor amenities.
Upgrades to the Barclay Street Recreation Precinct, including an all-abilities playground, shared paths, and landscaping to better link the various sporting facilities.
Allera has partnered with a major private landowner to deliver a mixed-use development in Eden, NSW, located at Snug Cove Marina precinct on Twofold Bay. The project includes luxury waterfront residences, curated retail to complement the Cruise Wharf Terminal, a waterfront park, and a pedestrian promenade.
A land subdivision project with lots for sale, positioned as a premium residential estate. The site is noted as being suitable for development of up to 4 units on some lots and is located close to the town centre with potential for water views.
A two-story facility at the Port of Eden to facilitate the movement of cruise passengers. The building includes the Eden Visitor Information Centre, a gallery space, and offices for port and marine authorities. The project was completed in May 2021.
Extension and upgrade of the Merimbula Airport runway to accommodate larger aircraft, including ATR 72 and Dash8 Q400. The project includes an 80-metre pavement extension at both ends of the runway, a new LED lighting system, and the creation of a new General Aviation Precinct.
Development Application DA2021.333 for a complex of 27 townhouses with attached garages and 32 apartments with basement parking at 63 Ocean Drive and 460 Arthur Kane Drive, Merimbula, referred to the Southern Regional Planning Panel (PPSSTH-173).
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 8, 2027 6, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1. 33 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 45 substantial development applications lodged in and around Eden over the past 5 years, 38 in the last 12 months; 12 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 3, 2023 0, 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 (to Nov) 38.
Key application 19-21 Weecoon Street, Eden Retail | $67m | 57 dwellings | 5 storeys Refused
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 14 | ABS building approvals | 26th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Eden SA2 include: Eden Town Centre Revitalisation (Construction); Fenbury - Eden Point (Cattle Bay) (Dev. Approval); Sapphire of Eden (Proposed); Eden Breakwater Wharf Extension (Approved); and Storey Avenue and Princes Highway Roadworks (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Eden SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Tourism, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Eden SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 21st percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Eden compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Eden SA2 area has seen 22 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Eden SA2's current population of 3,465 has been supported by 14 approvals on average over recent years.
The Eden SA2 has seen 4.1 approval 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 950 people in the Eden SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Eden SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 14, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Eden SA2 has grown by approximately 89 people, while 70 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.3 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 Eden reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,465 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 37 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | 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 | 3,425 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 40 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 94.81 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Eden SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,465 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,453 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The eden sa2 has added approximately 40 people and shown a 1.17% increase from the 3,425 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Eden SA2 is estimated at 37 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Eden SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Eden SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (79.8%), Overseas migration (20.2%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 79.8% of overall population gains.
Eden ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 53 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 95th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 34.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 41.4% | 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 | 53 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | 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 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Eden SA2 at 53 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 53 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 53 years as at August 2026, Eden is 10 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 15 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Eden SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 16.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Eden SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Eden SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.5% vs 2.9%) and 75-84 year-olds (12.7% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the Eden SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 34.2% of the population in the Eden SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 6% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $48,488 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 11th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $58,087 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,013 | 2021 Census, weekly | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $573 | 2021 Census, weekly | 8th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 7.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,345 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 40.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Eden SA2 is approximately $51,582. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $48,488.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Eden SA2 is approximately $61,793. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $58,087.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Eden SA2 is approximately $51,582 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $48,488 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Eden SA2 is approximately $61,793 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,087 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Eden SA2's households (~30.6% / 421 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Eden SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 30.6% 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 Eden SA2 is $1,013/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Eden SA2 is $1,345/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Eden SA2 is $573/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Eden SA2 is below the national average, with the median assessed at $48,488 while the average income stands at $58,087. 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 $51,582 (median) and $61,793 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Eden SA2 is $3,700 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The eden sa2's disposable income is $3,700 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Eden faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 48.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,316 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,451 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,411 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Eden SA2 has approximately 1,316 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.7%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Eden SA2 stands at 6.7%, which is 2.6 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 Eden SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), retail trade (12.4%), and accommodation & food (12.3%). Other significant employers include construction and agriculture, forestry & fishing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Eden 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, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Eden SA2 is 48.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. The relatively low participation rate may indicate limited job opportunities or demographic factors affecting workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The eden sa2 shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 7.8% across Regional NSW. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The eden 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.
Eden 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 | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 44.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
14.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Eden SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
44.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Eden SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The eden sa2 ranks in the 16th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Eden SA2 are: Certificate (30.8%), Bachelor Degree (10.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.0%).
26.3% of the population in the Eden SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.2% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 1.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Eden SA2 is 931, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Eden SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 790 students.
The eden sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Eden features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,378 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,394 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 63.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Eden SA2 had 1,378 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.2% to an estimated 1,394 households today.
The average household size in the Eden SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 63.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (33.9%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 871 family households, couples with children account for 17.4% of all households, couples without children at home 33.2%, and single parent families 11.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Eden SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 33.9% (versus 27.9% in Regional NSW). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 63.2% compared to 68.8% in Regional NSW. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Eden SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 42.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.8% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 33.9% of all households in the Eden SA2, higher than 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 2.7% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Eden is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
Eden was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.7% of its population being citizens, 87.2% born in Australia, and 96.4% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Eden was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.2% of people in Eden. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Eden are English, comprising 33.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 28.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 5.9% of Eden (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), French at 0.6% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
12.8% of the Eden SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.6% of the population in the Eden SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
5.9% of the Eden SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
87.7% of the Eden SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Eden is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 47.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.3% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $270 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 34.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Eden SA2, 47.4% of homes are owned outright, 21.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 31.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.3% of dwellings in the Eden SA2 are houses.
In the Eden SA2, 3.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Eden SA2 stands at 47.4%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Eden SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Eden SA2 is $689, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Eden SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 34.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Eden SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Eden SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 34.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 26.7% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Eden SA2 consists of 79.3% detached houses, 12.3% semi-detached dwellings, 3.6% apartments, and 4.8% other dwelling types.
Housing in Eden consumes approximately 15.7% of median household income ($4,386 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Eden show attached dwellings contributing 55% of approvals compared to 21% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 45% of applications versus 79% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Eden 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 | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.3% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the Eden SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Eden SA2, 8.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.5% of people in the Eden SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the Eden SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
6.4% of people in the Eden SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Eden SA2, 47.2% 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 | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 41st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 53 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 276 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 65 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 53 public transport stops within the Eden SA2.
The Eden SA2 has 276 weekly trips across 19 routes, averaging 39 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 229 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest supermarket is 836 m away and the nearest GP 842 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 53 stops nearby, 276 weekly trips, access rating 41 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 25 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 25th percentile nationally |
| Nearest supermarket | 836 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 842 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 996 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 14.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 21.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 43.2 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 is 1 long day care centre with 39 places in Eden, about 4.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Eden compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Eden has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Eden's affordable property market has recorded 86 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 84% residential, 6% commercial and 10% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Eden reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Eden ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 6% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Eden faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
Eden faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Eden features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
Eden is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Eden is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Eden 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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Eden has an estimated 3,465 residents, up 1.2% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Eden.
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 Eden.
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 Jun 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 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 (101041023). 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 (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Eden 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 Eden 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.
