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

Illawong-Alfords Point's population, as of February 2026, is approximately 10,608, showing an increase of 54 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 0.5% rise from the previous population count of 10,554. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,593 in June 2024 and an additional 9 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,453 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 0.5% growth since the census is within 2.6 percentage points of the SA3 area (3.1%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 67.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where data is not available, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, the area's population is expected to decline by 64 persons by 2041, while specific age cohorts like the 75 to 84 group are projected to grow by 500 people.

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 approximately 7 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 35 homes. As of FY26, there have been 2 approvals recorded so far. The area's population decline suggests that new supply is likely meeting demand, providing good options for buyers. Developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties, as evidenced by an average construction cost value of $471,000 per dwelling.

This financial year has seen $1.4 million in commercial development approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to Greater Sydney's averages. Illawong-Alfords Point records significantly lower building activity, with 79.0% fewer approvals per person than the regional average. This limited new supply supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings. Nationally, the area's development activity is also below average, reflecting its maturity and possible planning constraints. Recent development has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining Illawong-Alfords Point's traditional suburban character focused on family homes.

With approximately 2519 people per dwelling approval, it indicates an established market with stable or declining population expected in the future, potentially reducing housing pressure and creating opportunities for buyers.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects likely affecting the region. Notable projects include Illawong Village Shopping Centre Redevelopment, Baxter Place, Heathcote Road Upgrade from Infantry Parade to The Avenue, and Blaxland Riverside Estate. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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

Illawong-Alfords Point has a well-educated workforce with professional services showing strong representation. The unemployment rate was 2.2% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8% over the past year. There are 5,863 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. Census responses showed that 45.2% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in education & training, construction, and health care & social assistance. The area has a particularly strong specialization in construction, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, at 11.5% compared to Greater Sydney's 14.1%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, labour force by 1.1%, and unemployment fell by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.4%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these 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, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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 financial year 2023 shows that Illawong - Alfords Point SA2 has extremely high national income levels. The median assessed income is $65,884 and 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 financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $71,721 (median) and $91,574 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes rank exceptionally at the 95th percentile ($2,830 weekly). The data shows that 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. 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

In Illawong - Alfords Point as per the latest Census, 94.2% of dwellings were houses while 5.8% consisted of semi-detached homes, apartments and other types. This contrasts with Sydney's metropolitan area where 55.9% of dwellings are houses and 44.1% are other types. Home ownership in Illawong - Alfords Point stood at 50%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 42.7% and rented dwellings making up 7.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,800, surpassing Sydney's metro average of $2,427. Weekly rent in the area averaged $680 compared to Sydney's metro figure of $470. Nationally, Illawong - Alfords Point's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863 and rents were 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 constitute 90.0% of all households, including 49.7% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 10.0%, with lone person households at 9.2% and group households making up 0.8%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which 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

Illawong-Alfords Point trail's residents aged 15+ have 30.8% university degrees, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 35.2% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificates at 22.8%. Educational participation is high, with 27.7% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (8.7%), secondary (8.3%), and tertiary (5.4%).

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

Illawong - Alfords Point has 72 active public transport stops offering mixed bus services. These stops are covered by 28 routes collectively providing 1,218 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 184 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, with car being the dominant mode at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.2 per dwelling, above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 45.2% of residents work from home, possibly due to 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

Illawong-Alfords Point demonstrates excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups.

Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (6,534 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.4 and 5.9% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 73.0%, report being completely free of medical ailments, slightly lower than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 23.8% (2,528 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings for 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 has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 23.9% of its population born overseas and 25.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Illawong-Alfords Point, accounting for 70.8% of people, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (21.1%), English (21.0%), and Other (9.5%), which is lower than the regional average of 16.0%.

Notably, Lebanese (5.8%) and Greek (6.3%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to the regional averages of 2.6% and 1.9%, respectively. Macedonian ethnicity also has a higher representation at 2.3% compared to the regional average of 0.4%.

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

The median age in Illawong - Alfords Point is 43 years, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and exceeding the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 years make up 14.4% of the population, while those aged 25-34 years comprise only 8.0%. Between 2021 and the present, the percentage of those aged 75-84 years has increased from 4.6% to 7.3%, and the 65-74 age group has grown from 12.8% to 14.4%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has decreased from 17.0% to 13.1%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 10.1% to 8.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 85+ age cohort will grow exceptionally, increasing by 383 people (168%) from 229 to 613. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 82% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 25-34 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.