Illawong - Alfords Point

Illawong - Alfords Point is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Illawong - Alfords Point's population is around 10,608 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 54 people (0.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,554 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,593 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 9 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,453 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Illawong - Alfords Point's 0.5% growth since the census positions it within 2.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (3.1%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 67.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering the projected demographic shifts, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the area's population expected to decline by 64 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 75 to 84 age group, which is projected to grow by 500 people. See the age section for more details.

The level of residential development activity in Illawong - Alfords Point is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Illawong - Alfords Point has averaged around 7 new dwelling approvals annually, totalling 35 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded. As the area has experienced population decline, new supply has likely been keeping up with demand, offering good choice to buyers, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $471,000, revealing that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Additionally, $1.4 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, indicating minimal commercial development activity.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Illawong - Alfords Point records markedly lower building activity (79.0% below regional average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. This activity is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and pointing to possible planning constraints. Further, recent development has been entirely comprised of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 2519 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Illawong - Alfords Point should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Illawong - Alfords Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 6 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Illawong Village Shopping Centre Redevelopment, Baxter Place, the Heathcote Road Upgrade - Infantry Parade to The Avenue, and Blaxland Riverside Estate, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Illawong - Alfords Point demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Illawong - Alfords Point features a well-educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of just 2.1%, and 1.4% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 5,863 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.0% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Sydney's 70.2%. Based on Census responses, a high 45.2% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in education & training, construction, and health care & social assistance. The area shows particularly strong specialization in construction, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. On the other hand, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 11.5% of Illawong - Alfords Point's workforce compared to 14.1% in Greater Sydney. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period saw employment increasing by 1.4% alongside labour force increasing by 0.6%, resulting in unemployment falling by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.2% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a marginal rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Illawong - Alfords Point. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Illawong - Alfords Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Illawong - Alfords Point SA2 is extremely high nationally, with the median assessed at $65,884 while the average income stands at $84,121. This contrasts with Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $60,817 and an average income of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $71,721 (median) and $91,574 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household incomes rank exceptionally at the 95th percentile ($2,830 weekly). The data shows the largest segment comprises 29.9% earning $4000+ weekly (3,171 residents), unlike trends in the broader area where 30.9% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. This suburb demonstrates considerable affluence with 47.0% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 88.5% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Illawong - Alfords Point is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Illawong - Alfords Point, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 94.2% houses and 5.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Illawong - Alfords Point was well beyond that of Sydney metro, at 50.0%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (42.7%) or rented (7.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Sydney metro average at $2,800, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $680, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Illawong - Alfords Point's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Illawong - Alfords Point features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 90.0% of all households, comprising 49.7% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 10.0%, with lone person households at 9.2% and group households comprising 0.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Illawong - Alfords Point exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Illawong - Alfords Point trail regional benchmarks, with 30.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 35.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (22.8%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.7% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 5.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis reveals 72 active transport stops operating within Illawong - Alfords Point, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 28 individual routes, collectively providing 1,218 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 184 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward, and the car remains the dominant mode at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.2 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A high 45.2% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 174 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 16 weekly trips per individual stop.

Illawong - Alfords Point's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data demonstrates outstanding results across Illawong - Alfords Point, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. There is a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups, and the rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (6,534 people), compared to a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 7.4% and 5.9% of residents, respectively, while 73.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 23.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,528 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Illawong - Alfords Point was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Illawong - Alfords Point was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 23.9% of its population born overseas and 25.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Illawong - Alfords Point is Christianity, which makes up 70.8% of the population. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Illawong - Alfords Point are Australian, comprising 21.1% of the population, English, comprising 21.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.5% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Lebanese is notably overrepresented at 5.8% of Illawong - Alfords Point (vs 2.6% regionally), Greek at 6.3% (vs 1.9%) and Macedonian at 2.3% (vs 0.4%).

Illawong - Alfords Point's median age exceeds the national pattern

The 43-year median age in Illawong - Alfords Point is considerably higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 as well as substantially exceeding the 38-year national average. The age profile shows 65 - 74 year-olds are particularly prominent (14.4%), while the 25 - 34 group is comparatively smaller (8.0%) than in Greater Sydney. In the period since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.6% to 7.3% of the population, while the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 12.8% to 14.4%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 17.0% to 13.1% and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 10.1% to 8.0%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Illawong - Alfords Point's age structure. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow exceptionally, expanding by 383 people (168%) from 229 to 613. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 82% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. On the other hand, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.