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Gordon - Killara has an estimated 23,815 residents, up 6.2% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Gordon - Killara.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Gordon - Killara Statistical Area (Lv2), located 12 kilometres north-northwest from Sydney CBD, had an estimated population of around 23,815 as of Aug 2026. This was an increase of 1,382 people (6.2%) since the 2021 Census count of 22,433 people. The estimate is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 23,799 as of June 2025 and 165 validated new addresses since the Census date. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
The area’s residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-aged people, many of them couples with children. Gordon - Killara is exceptionally well educated, culturally diverse and high income, with moderate population expansion. Its NSW setting is described as serene and lush, with tree-lined streets, garden landscapes, luxurious homes, well-regarded schools and high-end amenities. Parks and recreational spaces offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation, and the area is known for community connection and safety.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Gordon - Killara Statistical Area (Lv2), located 12 kilometres north-northwest from Sydney CBD, had an estimated population of around 23,815 as of Aug 2026. This was an increase of 1,382 people (6.2%) since the 2021 Census count of 22,433 people. The estimate is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 23,799 as of June 2025 and 165 validated new addresses since the Census date. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
The area’s residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-aged people, many of them couples with children. Gordon - Killara is exceptionally well educated, culturally diverse and high income, with moderate population expansion. Its NSW setting is described as serene and lush, with tree-lined streets, garden landscapes, luxurious homes, well-regarded schools and high-end amenities. Parks and recreational spaces offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation, and the area is known for community connection and safety.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 18,403 in 2001 and 23,799 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 23,815 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 16.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 33.7%.
Gordon - Killara ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education and the 94th for health.
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 Gordon - Killara is $844 a week, up 4.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.0%.
7% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $1,016 in 2017, $1,398 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $594 in 2017, $758 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 302/11 Moree Street, Gordon NSW 2072 | $1,150,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 57/35 Dumaresq Street, Gordon NSW 2072 | $590,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 5/3 Spencer Road, Killara NSW 2071 | $860,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 3/42 Culworth Avenue, Killara NSW 2071 | $1,100,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 4/25 Werona Avenue, Killara NSW 2071 | $987,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 803/2 Bruce Avenue, Killara NSW 2071 | $1,610,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 204/8 Marian Street, Killara NSW 2071 | $1,100,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 105/8 Marian Street, Killara NSW 2071 | $680,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 835/2 Bruce Avenue, Killara NSW 2071 | $1,180,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 45/35 Dumaresq Street, Gordon NSW 2072 | $650,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 21 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,190,000 (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 | $844 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $3.40m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.03m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,190,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 21 Aug 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,398 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +2.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Ku-ring-gai | $965 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Ku-ring-gai, over 12 months | +9.0% | 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 | |
| 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 214 tracked applications: 95 approved, 45 under assessment, 74 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 28 projects in Gordon - Killara (3 under construction) and 186 more in the surrounding area.
Ku-ring-gai Council strategic project exploring options to construct a modern community, cultural, and civic hub in the heart of Gordon Town Centre. The hub will feature public library spaces, flexible community meeting rooms, civic administrative offices, and integrated urban plazas.
Major redevelopment of the existing Pacific Towers office complex into a mixed-use precinct with residential, commercial, and retail components.
Northgrove Gordon is a boutique residential development comprising 32 oversized three and four-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Designed for owner-occupiers, the development features premium finishes, basement parking, and landscaped surrounds within walking distance of Gordon Railway Station.
Major urban renewal and town centre revitalisation declared as State Significant Development (SSD) by the Minister for Planning in March 2026. The proposal envisions the redevelopment of the Gordon Centre retail precinct into a multi-tower mixed-use development reaching up to 33 storeys (109 metres), delivering new retail, commercial space, community…
The 810 Pacific Highway development in Gordon is a mixed-use transit-oriented residential apartment tower delivered by CPDM Pty Ltd. The project includes 72 residential apartments with dedicated in-fill affordable housing dwellings, ground-floor commercial tenancies, communal rooftop gardens, and basement parking. Construction works are actively progressing.
Ku-ring-gai Council's streetscape public domain revitalisation across Gordon local centre and commercial core. The program incorporates upgraded footpaths, enhanced pedestrian accessibility, street furniture, energy-efficient lighting, and integrated urban greening and landscaping.
Planning proposal and Torrens title subdivision of council-owned land at 56-58 Koola Avenue in East Killara. The project involves reclassifying and rezoning the site to R2 Low Density Residential to enable the creation of low-density residential housing allotments.
State Significant Development proposal under the Housing SEPP and Transport Oriented Development (TOD) framework comprising 119 residential apartments across multi-storey buildings up to 9 storeys.
Comprehensive road safety and infrastructure upgrade along Monash Avenue extending from Springdale Road to the cul-de-sac. The scope includes road pavement resurfacing, kerb and gutter renewals, upgraded stormwater and environmental drainage systems, and replacement canopy tree plantings by Ku-ring-gai Council.
Development application eDA0017/26 has been lodged with Ku-ring-gai Council for demolition of existing structures and construction of a residential flat building at 2 Killara Avenue, Killara, under SEPP Housing 2021. The application is under assessment.
Amalgamated residential development opportunity branded 'The Marian' comprising 20, 22A and 22 Marian Street (approx. 3,876 sqm site) about 200 m to Killara Station. Within NSW TOD area around Killara Station with indicative FSR up to 2.5:1 under the government's TOD policy. Marketed via EOI closing 31 July 2024.
Development-approved high-density residential project on a 909 sqm R4 High Density Residential zoned corner site (about 43m frontage) opposite Regimental Park, roughly 550m from Killara Station. The approved scheme comprises 5 luxury townhouses and a 4-bedroom penthouse, with 740.6 sqm GFA and a single basement with 11 car spaces.
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AreaSearch has tracked 214 substantial development applications lodged in and around Gordon - Killara over the past 5 years, 164 in the last 12 months; 45 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 22, 2023 8, 2024 12, 2025 9, 2026 (to Nov) 161.
Key application 25 Bushlands Avenue, Gordon Aged Care | $21m | 1 dwelling | 2 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 214 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 164 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 56 | ABS building approvals | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 95 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Gordon - Killara SA2 include: 810 Pacific Highway Mixed-Use & In-Fill Affordable Housing (Construction); Northgrove Gordon (Construction); The Marian - 20, 22A & 22 Marian Street TOD Site (Planning); Gordon Centre Town Centre Redevelopment (Proposed); and Killara Golf Club Residential Development (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Gordon - Killara SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Gordon - Killara when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Gordon - Killara SA2 area has seen 136 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Gordon - Killara SA2's current population of 23,815 has been supported by 56 approvals on average over recent years.
The Gordon - Killara SA2 has seen 2.4 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 497 people in the Gordon - Killara SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Gordon - Killara SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 56, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Gordon - Killara SA2 has grown by approximately 751 people, while 278 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Population growth drivers in Gordon - Killara are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,815 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,041 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 22,433 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,382 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 11.67 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Gordon - Killara SA2 was estimated to be approximately 23,815 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,799 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The gordon - killara sa2 has added approximately 1,382 people and shown a 6.16% increase from the 22,433 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is estimated at 2,041 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Gordon - Killara SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Gordon - Killara's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Gordon - Killara SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Gordon - Killara is 4 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Gordon - Killara SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Gordon - Killara SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Gordon - Killara SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (2.8% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.1% of the population in the Gordon - Killara SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.8% of the population in the Gordon - Killara SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,528 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $121,003 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,640 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,070 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 45.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,103 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 13.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is approximately $69,709. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,528.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is approximately $128,723. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $121,003.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is approximately $69,709 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,528 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is approximately $128,723 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $121,003 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Gordon - Killara SA2's households (~33.7% / 2,642 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 33.7% 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 Gordon - Killara SA2 is $2,640/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is $3,103/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is $1,070/wk.
The Gordon - Killara SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $65,528 and an average of $121,003 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is among the top percentile nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,709 (median) and $128,723 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is $9,632 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The gordon - killara sa2's disposable income is $9,632 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Gordon - Killara ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 12,247 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 20,673 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 12,636 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Gordon - Killara SA2 has approximately 12,247 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Gordon - Killara SA2 stands at 3.1%, which is 1.1 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 Gordon - Killara SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (18.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (14.7%), and finance & insurance (12.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Gordon - Killara SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Gordon - Killara SA2 is 62.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The gordon - killara sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 18.3% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The gordon - killara sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Gordon - Killara 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 | 36.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 59.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 24.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
59.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Gordon - Killara SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
24.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Gordon - Killara SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The gordon - killara 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 Gordon - Killara SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (36.1%), Postgraduate (20.1%), Advanced Diploma (9.6%).
32.9% of the population in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.5% in primary school, 10.3% in secondary school, 8.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is 1163, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Gordon - Killara SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,772 students.
The gordon - killara sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Gordon - Killara features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 43.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,831 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,313 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.6% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Gordon - Killara SA2 had 7,831 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.2% to an estimated 8,313 households today.
The average household size in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.7%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 6,233 family households, couples with children account for 43.5% of all households, couples without children at home 24.1%, and single parent families 11.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Gordon - Killara SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.6% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Gordon - Killara SA2 have an average of 1.4 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 57.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.8% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 18.7% of all households in the Gordon - Killara 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Gordon - Killara is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 51.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 46.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 53.1% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 48.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Gordon - Killara scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 46.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 51.5% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Gordon - Killara, at 41.1% of people, although more residents (47.7%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.8% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gordon - Killara are Chinese, comprising 27.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, English, comprising 18.1% of the population, and Australian, comprising 14.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 3.7% of Gordon - Killara (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 0.6% (vs 0.4%) and South African at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
51.5% of the Gordon - Killara SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
46.9% of the population in the Gordon - Killara SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.2% of the Gordon - Killara SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
79.5% of the Gordon - Killara SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Gordon - Killara 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 | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 55.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $600 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Gordon - Killara SA2, 38.1% of homes are owned outright, 33.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 28.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 55.7% of dwellings in the Gordon - Killara SA2 are houses.
In the Gordon - Killara SA2, 40.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Gordon - Killara SA2 stands at 38.1%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is $3,200, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is $1,808, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Gordon - Killara SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Gordon - Killara SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Gordon - Killara SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.7% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Gordon - Killara SA2 consists of 55.7% detached houses, 2.8% semi-detached dwellings, 40.3% apartments, and 1.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Gordon - Killara consumes approximately 15.8% of median household income ($11,431 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Gordon - Killara show attached dwellings contributing 53% of approvals compared to 44% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 47% of applications versus 56% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Gordon - Killara'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 | 76.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 85.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
Around 76.8% of people in the Gordon - Killara SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Gordon - Killara SA2, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.5% of people in the Gordon - Killara SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.0% of the Gordon - Killara SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Gordon - Killara SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Gordon - Killara SA2, 76.8% 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 | 80 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 80th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 134 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 7,410 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 180 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 96 | 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 | 60.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 134 public transport stops within the Gordon - Killara SA2.
The Gordon - Killara SA2 has 7,410 weekly trips across 96 routes, averaging 1,058 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 155 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 395 m away and the nearest school 555 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 134 stops nearby, 7,410 weekly trips, access rating 80 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 60 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 60th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 395 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 555 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 575 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 648 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 779 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 868 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.3 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 7 long day care centres with 450 places in Gordon - Killara, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Gordon - Killara when compared nationally.
Gordon - Killara ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Gordon - Killara's established property market has recorded 361 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Gordon - Killara are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Gordon - Killara's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Gordon - Killara ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Gordon - Killara demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Gordon - Killara features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Gordon - Killara is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Gordon - Killara features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Gordon - Killara'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.
Gordon - Killara has an estimated 23,815 residents, up 6.2% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Gordon - Killara.
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 Gordon - Killara.
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 Nov 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 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (121031407). 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 (Nov 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 Gordon - Killara 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 Gordon - Killara 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.
