Area profile · Greater Sydney
Hinchinbrook has an estimated 13,060 residents, up 0.2% since the 2021 Census, with 48 projects tracked in the area around Hinchinbrook.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 33 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, the Hinchinbrook Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a distinctive suburban landscape characterised by extensive parklands, scenic walking trails, and expansive green spaces that appeal to residents seeking serene living away from city bustle. The locality features a welcoming atmosphere complemented by convenient shops, local cafes, and trendy boutiques. Demographic data indicates a vibrant community with an above-average household size, a high proportion of teenagers, and a predominance of family households and couples with children. The area also reflects remarkable cultural diversity, marked by a high population level born overseas, alongside an educational profile that is typically of a lower education level.
AreaSearch estimates Hinchinbrook's population to be approximately 13,060 as of August 2026, with the latest population estimate date being Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,140 in 2001 and 13,050 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,060 (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, 15.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.6%.
Hinchinbrook ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 74th for transport & access.
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 Hinchinbrook is $803 a week, up 2.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.6%.
2% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $582 in 2017, $828 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $472 in 2017, $613 in 2026. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Goose Close, Hinchinbrook NSW 2168 | $840,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 79 Dobroyd Drive, Elizabeth Hills NSW 2171 | $1,900,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 59 Rosebank Avenue, Elizabeth Hills NSW 2171 | $1,130,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Dobroyd Drive, Elizabeth Hills NSW 2171 | $474,482 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Shearwater Road, Hinchinbrook NSW 2168 | $970,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 37 Antrim Drive, Elizabeth Hills NSW 2171 | $1,475,000 | 24 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Lacepede Place, Hinchinbrook NSW 2168 | $1,165,000 | 19 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 30 Sanderling Street, Hinchinbrook NSW 2168 | $1,620,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Whimbrel Avenue, Hinchinbrook NSW 2168 | $1,090,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Parklands Circuit, Elizabeth Hills NSW 2171 | $1,190,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 28 Jan 2026 (the latest settled 24 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $1,175,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $803 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.18m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $878k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,175,000 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 28 Jan 2026 to 24 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $828 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Bringelly - Green Valley | $753 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bringelly - Green Valley, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - South West | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - South West, over 12 months | +2.7% | 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 62 tracked applications: 33 approved, 19 under assessment, 10 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 48 projects in and around Hinchinbrook, 14 of them under construction.
A $1 billion transformation of an 8.1km corridor into a high-quality transit link connecting Liverpool CBD to Bradfield city centre and…
The Fifteenth Avenue Business Hub is a retail and commercial development within the Western Sydney Parklands, located at 104 Fifteenth…
A $100 million expansion of the Carnes Hill Community and Recreation Precinct.
A key phase of the 30-year Bonnyrigg Renewal, Stages 12 and 13 focus on the Town Hub Precinct.
The Cecil Hills High School upgrade provided 50 new permanent classrooms, including four specialised STEM learning spaces, to accommodate…
NSW Department of Education upgrade to Hurlstone Agricultural High School, delivering two new dormitory buildings with 180 beds, staff…
Canvas is a masterplanned community within the 81-hectare Bonnyrigg Estate renewal (Stages 8-11), delivering 210 private land lots and 65…
Residential shop top housing development comprising 145 apartments (26 x 1 bedroom, 107 x 2 bedroom, 12 x 3 bedroom) across 3 buildings up…
A new public preschool co-located with Edensor Park Public School, part of the NSW Government's $769 million program to deliver 100 new…
An essential phase of the $400 million Bonnyrigg Estate redevelopment (stages 8 to 11) known as the Humphries Precinct.
Upgrade of the M5 Motorway westbound between Moorebank Avenue and the Hume Highway to reduce congestion and improve safety.
A scheme providing recycled water services to new developments to achieve drinking water savings.
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Estimated completion year of the 18 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2021 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 1, 2026 3, 2027 7, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 1. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 62 substantial development applications lodged in and around Hinchinbrook over the period covered (about 4.2 years), 57 in the last 12 months; 19 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 2, 2023 0, 2024 2, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 57.
Key application 525 Cowpasture Road, Len Waters Estate Multi-Resi | $21m | 63 dwellings | 5 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 62 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 57 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 20 | ABS building approvals | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Hinchinbrook SA2 include: Fifteenth Avenue Smart Transit (FAST) Corridor (Construction); Carnes Hill Aquatic and Recreational Precinct (Dev. Application); Cecil Hills High School Upgrade (Completed); Bonnyrigg Town Hub Precinct (Stages 12-13) (Construction); and Canvas at Bonnyrigg (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Hinchinbrook SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Education & Training, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the Hinchinbrook SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Hinchinbrook is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Hinchinbrook SA2 area has seen 49 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Hinchinbrook SA2's current population of 13,060 has been supported by 20 approvals on average over recent years.
The Hinchinbrook SA2 has seen 1.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 573 people in the Hinchinbrook SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Hinchinbrook SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 20, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the Hinchinbrook SA2 has seen 99 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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 Hinchinbrook are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,060 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,500 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.4% | 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 | 13,038 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 22 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.1% | 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 | 5.23 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Hinchinbrook SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,060 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,050 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The hinchinbrook sa2 has added approximately 22 people and shown a 0.17% increase from the 13,038 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is estimated at 2,497 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Hinchinbrook SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (61.1%), Natural increase (38.9%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 61.1% of overall population gains.
Hinchinbrook's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.0% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Hinchinbrook SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Hinchinbrook is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Hinchinbrook SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 12.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Hinchinbrook SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Hinchinbrook SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.1% of the population in the Hinchinbrook SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.6% of the population in the Hinchinbrook SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,473 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $60,452 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,039 | 2021 Census, weekly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $672 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,993 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is approximately $55,821. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,473.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is approximately $64,309. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $60,452.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is approximately $55,821 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,473 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is approximately $64,309 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,452 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Hinchinbrook SA2's households (~36.6% / 1,281 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.6% 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 Hinchinbrook SA2 is $2,039/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is $1,993/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is $672/wk.
The Hinchinbrook SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $52,473 and an average of $60,452 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, 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 $55,821 (median) and $64,309 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is $7,304 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The hinchinbrook sa2's disposable income is $7,304 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Hinchinbrook has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,860 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,511 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,158 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Hinchinbrook SA2 has approximately 6,860 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. 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 Hinchinbrook SA2 stands at 4.2%, 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 Hinchinbrook SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.8% of employment), retail trade (11.4%), and manufacturing (9.9%). Other significant employers include construction and transport, postal & warehousing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Hinchinbrook SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Hinchinbrook SA2 is 68.2%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The hinchinbrook sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 9.9% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The hinchinbrook 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.
Educational outcomes in Hinchinbrook fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 49.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
19.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Hinchinbrook SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
49.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Hinchinbrook SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The hinchinbrook sa2 ranks in the 25th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Hinchinbrook SA2 are: Certificate (19.3%), Bachelor Degree (15.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.3%).
33.3% of the population in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.4% in primary school, 10.2% in secondary school, 6.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is 952, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Hinchinbrook SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,394 students.
The hinchinbrook sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Hinchinbrook features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.6 people | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 56.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 16.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,499 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,505 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 90.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Hinchinbrook SA2 had 3,499 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 3,505 households today.
The average household size in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is 3.6 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 90.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (8.9%), group households (0.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,160 family households, couples with children account for 56.8% of all households, couples without children at home 15.9%, and single parent families 16.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Hinchinbrook SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 90.3% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 8.9% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Hinchinbrook SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.4% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 8.9% of all households in the Hinchinbrook SA2, notably lower than 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 0.9% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Hinchinbrook 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 | 48.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 64.2% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 35.8% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 52.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Hinchinbrook is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 48.0% of its population born overseas and 64.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Hinchinbrook was found to be Christianity, which makes up 60.2% of people in Hinchinbrook. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 10.2% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Hinchinbrook are Other, comprising 35.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, Australian, comprising 11.3% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and English, comprising 6.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Serbian is notably overrepresented at 2.9% of Hinchinbrook (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 1.3% (vs 0.6%) and Vietnamese at 6.8% (vs 1.8%).
48.0% of the Hinchinbrook SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
64.2% of the population in the Hinchinbrook SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.9% of the Hinchinbrook SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
87.7% of the Hinchinbrook SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Hinchinbrook is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 50.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $480 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Hinchinbrook SA2, 28.5% of homes are owned outright, 50.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.0% of dwellings in the Hinchinbrook SA2 are houses.
In the Hinchinbrook SA2, 0.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Hinchinbrook SA2 stands at 28.5%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is $2,167, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is $1,531, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Hinchinbrook SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Hinchinbrook SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Hinchinbrook SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 23.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Hinchinbrook SA2 consists of 88.0% detached houses, 11.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Hinchinbrook consumes approximately 17.3% of median household income ($8,829 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Hinchinbrook show attached dwellings contributing 28% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 72% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Hinchinbrook's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 16th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 78.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
Around 48.0% of people in the Hinchinbrook SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Hinchinbrook SA2, 6.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.0% of people in the Hinchinbrook SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.2% of the Hinchinbrook SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.9% of people in the Hinchinbrook SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Hinchinbrook SA2, 48.0% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 74th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 68 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,786 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 192 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 31.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 68 public transport stops within the Hinchinbrook SA2.
The Hinchinbrook SA2 has 2,786 weekly trips across 49 routes, averaging 398 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 176 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 542 m away and the nearest child care centre 561 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 68 stops nearby, 2,786 weekly trips, access rating 74 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 47 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 47th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 542 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 561 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 744 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 772 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 984 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Hinchinbrook is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Hinchinbrook has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 27% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Hinchinbrook's resilient property market has recorded 107 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Hinchinbrook are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Hinchinbrook's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Hinchinbrook has been broadly consistent with national averages.
Educational outcomes in Hinchinbrook fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
Hinchinbrook features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Hinchinbrook is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Hinchinbrook is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Hinchinbrook's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Hinchinbrook has an estimated 13,060 residents, up 0.2% since the 2021 Census, with 48 projects tracked in the area around Hinchinbrook.
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 Hinchinbrook.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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 (127011595). 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 (Apr 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Hinchinbrook 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 Hinchinbrook 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.
