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Haberfield - Summer Hill has an estimated 14,102 residents, up 4.3% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Haberfield - Summer Hill.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Haberfield - Summer Hill Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 6.9 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 14,102 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 13,520 people counted at the 2021 Census, this represents an increase of 582 people (4.3%). The figure draws on the ABS estimated resident population (ERP, meaning Estimated Resident Population) of 14,061 as of June 2025, together with 155 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Dwelling supply is severely limited, and the area has a strong apartment presence. Residents are highly educated and affluent, with a fairly standard median age of 40 and standout school performance levels. Employment is notably concentrated in professional and technical roles, with an elevated share in finance and insurance. Population growth patterns remain limited.
The area is renowned for blending heritage charm with contemporary culture, set in a picturesque part of NSW, Australia.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Haberfield - Summer Hill Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 6.9 kilometres west-southwest of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 14,102 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 13,520 people counted at the 2021 Census, this represents an increase of 582 people (4.3%). The figure draws on the ABS estimated resident population (ERP, meaning Estimated Resident Population) of 14,061 as of June 2025, together with 155 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Dwelling supply is severely limited, and the area has a strong apartment presence. Residents are highly educated and affluent, with a fairly standard median age of 40 and standout school performance levels. Employment is notably concentrated in professional and technical roles, with an elevated share in finance and insurance. Population growth patterns remain limited.
The area is renowned for blending heritage charm with contemporary culture, set in a picturesque part of NSW, Australia.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 13,664 in 2001 and 14,061 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,102 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 17.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 28.9%.
Haberfield - Summer Hill ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for transport & access and the 90th for income.
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 Haberfield - Summer Hill is $682 a week, down 5.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 14% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.2%.
14% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Units: $470 in 2017, $624 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Denman Avenue, Haberfield NSW 2045 | $4,800,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 1/4 Stanton Road, Haberfield NSW 2045 | $1,200,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 5/72 Kensington Road Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $1,100,000 | 27 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 10/20 Gower Street Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $862,500 | 26 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 10 Winchcombe Avenue, Haberfield NSW 2045 | $5,150,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Henson Street Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $3,550,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 32 Boomerang Street, Haberfield NSW 2045 | $2,850,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12/100 Carlton Crescent Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $1,650,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 10/91 Smith Street Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $1,310,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 7/54 Kensington Road Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $810,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 20 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 28 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $2,235,000 (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 | $682 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.90m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.00m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,235,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 20 Jul 2026 to 28 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $894 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | -3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $624 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner West | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner West, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| 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 194 tracked applications: 45 approved, 30 under assessment, 119 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Haberfield - Summer Hill (2 under construction) and 123 more in the surrounding area.
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete.
10-year master plan for streetscape improvements around Dulwich Hill Station. Includes pedestrian-oriented village improvements, Bedford Crescent connections, traffic signal upgrades and enhanced public domain.
A 6-kilometre environmental and active travel corridor linking the Cooks River at Earlwood with Iron Cove at Balmain. The 58 million AUD project features shared cycling and walking paths, public art, cultural sites, cafes, playgrounds, off-leash dog parks, community gardens, biodiversity areas, wetlands, sustainable transport infrastructure, and active…
Ara is a curated collection of 139 limited edition apartments across six low density boutique buildings at 141 Allen Street, Leichhardt. Offers studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses with low strata fees. Developed by Changfa Group with architecture by Group GSA, which refined the approved DA prepared by Candelapas Associates.
5.6km light rail extension from Lilyfield to Dulwich Hill with 9 new stops including Taverners Hill (near Summer Hill). Part of Sydney's expanding light rail network providing improved public transport connectivity for the Inner West.
46 residential apartments across two buildings (4-storey and 5-storey blocks) with basement parking and a communal roof terrace, on a 2,782 sqm R1 General Residential site. Developed by Desane Group Holdings with architecture by Group GSA.
The Flour Mill of Summer Hill is a completed master-planned community redevelopment of the former Allied Mills Flour Mill site, including adaptive reuse of heritage industrial buildings like the Mungo Scott Building and silos.
The final stage of development at Cardinal Freeman retirement village, featuring the new Wattle Residences with 41 contemporary independent living apartments. This represents the last opportunity to secure brand-new apartments in this highly sought-after Inner West retirement community. Construction is underway with move-in expected in Spring 2026.
Boutique residential development by K2 Development Group featuring beautifully composed 2 and 3 bedroom residences across 27 apartments. Design emphasizes open, connected living spaces with neutral, minimal, and timeless materials. Architecture and interiors by Squillace.
The Joinery Annandale is Landcom’s mixed-use redevelopment of the 1.1-hectare former WestConnex dive site at 160-186 Parramatta Road and 79-95 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Annandale.
Rezoning and planning proposal for 466-480 New Canterbury Road and 26-38 Hercules Street to amend the Inner West Local Environmental Plan. The gazetted amendment rezoned former light industrial land to facilitate high-density residential, business development, and public/private open space supporting approximately 156 dwellings.
Approved 5 storey residential flat building containing 36 apartments with basement parking at 29-31 Brighton Street Petersham. The development is designed by Zhinar Architects for Petersham Developments Pty Ltd.
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Estimated completion year of the 67 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 8, 2026 18, 2027 12, 2028 12, 2029 9, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 194 substantial development applications lodged in and around Haberfield - Summer Hill over the past 5 years, 159 in the last 12 months; 30 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 13, 2023 4, 2024 6, 2025 11, 2026 (to Nov) 157.
Key application 47 Ramsay Street, Haberfield Commercial | $11m | 2 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 194 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 159 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 12 | ABS building approvals | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 include: Sydney Metro Sydenham to Bankstown Conversion (Construction); Dulwich Hill Station Precinct Public Domain Improvements (Planning); Inner West GreenWay (Cooks to Cove) (Construction); Hill Street Apartments (Approved); and Leichhardt Oval Refurbishment (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Haberfield - Summer Hill, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 area has seen 18 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2's current population of 14,102 has been supported by 12 approvals on average over recent years.
The Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 has seen 0.8 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 1640 people in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 12, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 has grown by approximately 135 people, while 58 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.3 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.
Haberfield - Summer Hill has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,102 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,059 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,520 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 582 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.47 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,102 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,061 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The haberfield - summer hill sa2 has added approximately 582 people and shown a 4.30% increase from the 13,520 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is estimated at 4,064 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Haberfield - Summer Hill 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.
Haberfield - Summer Hill's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 57.9% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Haberfield - Summer Hill is 2 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 11.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.2% of the population in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.9% of the population in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $75,019 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $113,848 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,377 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,190 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 40.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,242 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is approximately $79,805. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $75,019.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is approximately $121,112. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $113,848.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is approximately $79,805 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,019 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is approximately $121,112 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $113,848 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2's households (~28.9% / 1,515 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 28.9% 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 Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is $2,377/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is $3,242/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is $1,190/wk.
The Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2's income level is among the top percentile nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2's median income among taxpayers is $75,019 and the average income stands at $113,848, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $79,805 (median) and $121,112 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is $8,659 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The haberfield - summer hill sa2's disposable income is $8,659 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Haberfield - Summer Hill has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,415 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,887 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,770 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 has approximately 8,415 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.0%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 stands at 4.0%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (16.2% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.1%), and education & training (12.3%). Other significant employers include finance & insurance and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is 71.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The haberfield - summer hill sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 16.2% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The haberfield - summer hill sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Haberfield - Summer Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 50.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
50.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
28.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The haberfield - summer hill sa2 ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (31.7%), Postgraduate (14.8%), Certificate (11.8%).
28.7% of the population in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.0% in primary school, 7.2% in secondary school, 7.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is 1130, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,649 students.
The haberfield - summer hill sa2 includes 5 primary schools.
Haberfield - Summer Hill features high concentrations of group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.5% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,241 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,467 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 had 5,241 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.3% to an estimated 5,467 households today.
The average household size in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.2%), group households (4.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,522 family households, couples with children account for 31.5% of all households, couples without children at home 25.5%, and single parent families 9.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 67.2% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 have an average of 1.2 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 41.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.7% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 28.2% of all households in the Haberfield - Summer Hill 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 4.6% of households, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
Haberfield - Summer Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 27.3% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 72.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Haberfield - Summer Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.2% of its population born overseas and 27.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Haberfield - Summer Hill was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.3% of people in Haberfield - Summer Hill. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Haberfield - Summer Hill are English, comprising 19.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.3% of the population, and Italian, comprising 12.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 3.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of Haberfield - Summer Hill (vs 0.3% across Greater Sydney), Korean at 0.9% (vs 1.1%) and Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.6%).
31.2% of the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
27.3% of the population in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.6% of the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
88.0% of the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Haberfield - Summer Hill displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 36.4% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.6% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 45.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $470 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, 33.6% of homes are owned outright, 30.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 36.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 45.2% of dwellings in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 are houses.
In the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, 39.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 stands at 33.6%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is $1,641, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 29.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 29.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 19.8% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 consists of 45.2% detached houses, 15.2% semi-detached dwellings, 39.3% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Haberfield - Summer Hill consumes approximately 15.9% of median household income ($10,292 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Haberfield - Summer Hill show attached dwellings contributing 50% of approvals compared to 55% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 50% of applications versus 45% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Haberfield - Summer Hill's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 75.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Around 75.0% of people in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, 6.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2, 75.0% 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 | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 89 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,320 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 158 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 60.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 89 public transport stops within the Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2.
The Haberfield - Summer Hill SA2 has 5,320 weekly trips across 38 routes, averaging 760 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 156 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 268 m away and the nearest school 408 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 89 stops nearby, 5,320 weekly trips, access rating 92 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 80 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 80th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 268 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 408 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 439 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 445 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 456 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 476 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 483 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 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 414 places in Haberfield - Summer Hill, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Haberfield - Summer Hill, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Haberfield - Summer Hill ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Haberfield - Summer Hill's established property market has recorded 201 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 97% residential, 2% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
Haberfield - Summer Hill has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Haberfield - Summer Hill's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment performance in Haberfield - Summer Hill has been broadly consistent with national averages.
Haberfield - Summer Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Haberfield - Summer Hill features high concentrations of group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Haberfield - Summer Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Haberfield - Summer Hill displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Haberfield - Summer Hill's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
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.
Haberfield - Summer Hill has an estimated 14,102 residents, up 4.3% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Haberfield - Summer Hill.
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 Haberfield - Summer Hill.
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 (120031395). 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 Haberfield - Summer Hill 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 Haberfield - Summer Hill 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.
