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Karabar has an estimated 8,411 residents, down 1.2% since the 2021 Census, with 38 projects tracked in the area around Karabar.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Karabar Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 13 kilometres southeast from Canberra CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 8,411 as of Aug 2026, following limited change since the 2021 Census population result of 8,517 people. The area has a median age of 38 and limited population expansion patterns. Its market profile includes severely limited dwelling supply, strong service amenity, a notable construction employment base, elevated public administration employment, high semi-detached housing levels and a pronounced proportion of children aged 0 to 4.
Karabar, in New South Wales, Australia, is described as a residential area with schools, shopping centres and recreational facilities serving its diverse residents. Its parks, nature reserves and walking trails contribute to a quiet setting, and the area has a strong community character. These features support a peaceful environment for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Karabar Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 13 kilometres southeast from Canberra CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 8,411 as of Aug 2026, following limited change since the 2021 Census population result of 8,517 people. The area has a median age of 38 and limited population expansion patterns. Its market profile includes severely limited dwelling supply, strong service amenity, a notable construction employment base, elevated public administration employment, high semi-detached housing levels and a pronounced proportion of children aged 0 to 4.
Karabar, in New South Wales, Australia, is described as a residential area with schools, shopping centres and recreational facilities serving its diverse residents. Its parks, nature reserves and walking trails contribute to a quiet setting, and the area has a strong community character. These features support a peaceful environment for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,129 in 2001 and 8,409 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,411 (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, 15.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.6%.
Karabar ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for amenities and the 69th 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 Karabar is $597 a week, up 2.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
3% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $460 in 2017, $718 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $268 in 2017, $444 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nimbus Place, Karabar NSW 2620 | $885,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Thornton Road, Karabar NSW 2620 | $820,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 135 Candlebark Road, Karabar NSW 2620 | $1,050,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 29 Conway Street, Karabar NSW 2620 | $972,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Margaret Street, Karabar NSW 2620 | $650,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Monk Place, Karabar NSW 2620 | $750,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/15 Mallee Crescent, Karabar NSW 2620 | $620,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 5 Highbar Street, Karabar NSW 2620 | $980,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 30 Oleria Street, Karabar NSW 2620 | $840,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3/57 Donald Road, Karabar NSW 2620 | $540,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 4 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $800,000 (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 | $597 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $833k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $655k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $800,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 4 Jun 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $718 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $444 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Queanbeyan | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Queanbeyan, over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 62 tracked applications: 15 approved, 10 under assessment, 37 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 38 projects in and around Karabar, 12 of them under construction.
A 210ha mixed-use innovation campus at South Jerrabomberra, focused on high-tech businesses in defence, space, cyber-security, and manufacturing.
New apartment development in central Queanbeyan CBD area. Part of urban densification initiatives.
Proposed 9-storey shop-top housing on a 5,800sqm CBD site fronting the Queanbeyan River. The scheme includes ground-floor retail and about 160 dwellings above. The site is controlled by Elanor Investors Group via its Riverside Mixed-Use Development Fund in joint venture with Lockbridge.
A new public preschool is under construction at Queanbeyan East Public School as part of the NSW Government's 769 million dollar plan to deliver 100 new public preschools across the state. Retaining wall and earthworks are complete, internal fit-out of the building and play space construction are underway, and landscaping works are progressing.
New townhouse development in Queanbeyan. Part of urban infill and densification strategy for the region.
Major intersection upgrade replacing the existing roundabout with traffic signals to improve freight flow, capacity, and active transport connectivity. Scope includes dual through-lanes on key approaches, dedicated turning lanes, on-road cycleways, signalised pedestrian crossings, and removal of the pedestrian underpass.
DCI Data Centers' CBR01 is a Tier III secure data centre within the Poplars Innovation Precinct at Jerrabomberra. The approved development comprises a 25.4MW facility for government and enterprise customers with backup generators, high-security infrastructure, energy efficiency measures, rooftop solar and rainwater harvesting.
DA approved vacant double block of about 1,169 m2 on Gilmore Road in Queanbeyan. The site comprises two amalgamated lots with flexible plans suited to a wide range of uses and an elevated outlook towards Parliament House.
Celesse is a modern residential development featuring 63 boutique apartments spread across two low-rise buildings. The project is designed with a focus on privacy, natural light, and modern amenities, including expansive living areas, stone benchtops, and walk-in showers.
Stage 2 of the Jerrabomberra High School upgrade doubles the school's capacity from approximately 500 to 1,000 students, delivering a new building (Block E) with 18 additional classrooms, a vocational education and training kitchen, a semi-commercial kitchen, a multimedia workshop, studio and store, an additional woodwork workshop, a new science laboratory…
Two 10-storey residential towers with 178 apartments, basement parking, and ground floor commercial space. Demolition of seven existing buildings. Mixed-use development including residential, retail, and entertainment precinct.
A retail redevelopment led by Spotlight Property Group involving the construction of a new 1,000sqm large-format store for Supercheap Auto. The project included significant site upgrades and an extension of the existing car park to service the expanded retail precinct.
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Estimated completion year of the 19 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 6, 2027 6, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 1. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 62 substantial development applications lodged in and around Karabar over the past 5 years, 49 in the last 12 months; 10 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 1, 2023 2, 2024 3, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 49.
Key application 18 Wilgabar Way, Karabar Childcare | $2.2m | 2 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 62 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 49 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 4 | ABS building approvals | 10th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the Karabar SA2 area has seen 7 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Karabar SA2's current population of 8,411 has been supported by 4 approvals on average over recent years.
The Karabar SA2 has seen 0.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 4908 people in the Karabar SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Karabar SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 4, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the Karabar SA2 has seen 18 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Karabar SA2 include: Queanbeyan Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade (Dev. Approval); Yass Road, Bungendore Road and Ellerton Drive Intersection Upgrade (Planning); Queanbeyan Region Integrated Transport Plan (Completed); Kings Highway Surface Upgrades (Construction); and Googong Township (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Karabar SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Communities, among others.
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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.
Karabar has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,411 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -1.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,205 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,517 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.5% | 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 | 6.98 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Karabar SA2 was estimated to be approximately 8,411 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,409 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The karabar sa2 has lost approximately 106 people and shown a 1.24% decrease from the 8,517 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Karabar SA2 is estimated at 1,205 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Karabar SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Karabar SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (57.0%), Overseas migration (43.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 57.0% of overall population gains.
Karabar's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.4% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Karabar SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Karabar is 5 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Karabar SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 15.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Karabar SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 8.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Karabar SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (5.1% vs 8.2%) and 85+ year-olds (1.9% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.9% of the population in the Karabar SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.9% of the population in the Karabar SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 69% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,409 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $71,260 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,989 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $975 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,334 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Karabar SA2 is approximately $66,391. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,409.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Karabar SA2 is approximately $75,806. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $71,260.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Karabar SA2 is approximately $66,391 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,409 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Karabar SA2 is approximately $75,806 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,260 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Karabar SA2's households (~33.6% / 1,032 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Karabar SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.6% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Karabar SA2 is $1,989/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Karabar SA2 is $2,334/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Karabar SA2 is $975/wk.
The Karabar SA2's income level is approximately average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Karabar SA2's median income among taxpayers is $62,409 and the average income stands at $71,260, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,391 (median) and $75,806 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Karabar SA2 is $7,377 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The karabar sa2's disposable income is $7,377 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Karabar ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,581 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,500 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,718 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Karabar SA2 has approximately 4,581 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Karabar SA2 stands at 2.9%, which is 1.2 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Karabar SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (23.5% of employment), construction (14.9%), and health care & social assistance (10.3%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Karabar SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Karabar SA2 is 69.5%, 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 leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The karabar sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 23.5% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The karabar 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 experienced 13.1% growth, ranking 4th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Karabar: university qualifications 20.2%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 977.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
20.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Karabar SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
42.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Karabar SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The karabar sa2 ranks in the 36th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Karabar SA2 are: Certificate (26.3%), Bachelor Degree (12.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.7%).
29.0% of the population in the Karabar SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 4.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Karabar SA2 is 977, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Karabar SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,236 students.
The karabar sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Karabar features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,075 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,037 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Karabar SA2 had 3,075 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 1.2% to an estimated 3,037 households today.
The average household size in the Karabar SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.6%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,251 family households, couples with children account for 33.0% of all households, couples without children at home 24.6%, and single parent families 14.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Karabar SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Karabar SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 44.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 24.6% of all households in the Karabar SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Karabar records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 84.6% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 81.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Karabar was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 18.5% of its population born overseas and 15.4% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Karabar was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.0% of people in Karabar. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Karabar are Australian, comprising 27.7% of the population, English, comprising 23.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional NSW's 30.5%, and Irish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 3.2% of Karabar (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), Serbian at 0.9% (vs 0.2%) and Croatian at 1.2% (vs 0.3%).
18.5% of the Karabar SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
15.4% of the population in the Karabar SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
5.0% of the Karabar SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
89.0% of the Karabar SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Karabar is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 57th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 16.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Karabar SA2, 29.8% of homes are owned outright, 41.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 80.4% of dwellings in the Karabar SA2 are houses.
In the Karabar SA2, 2.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 16.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Karabar SA2 stands at 29.8%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Karabar SA2 is $1,950, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Karabar SA2 is $1,242, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Karabar SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 22.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Karabar SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Karabar SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 22.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 17.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Karabar SA2 consists of 80.4% detached houses, 16.8% semi-detached dwellings, 2.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Karabar consumes approximately 14.4% of median household income ($8,612 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Health outcomes in Karabar are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 48th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 65.3% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Around 53.3% of people in the Karabar SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Karabar SA2, 5.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.0% of people in the Karabar SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.9% of the Karabar SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the Karabar SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Karabar SA2, 53.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 48 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 48th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 658 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 172 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 41 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the Karabar SA2.
The Karabar SA2 has 658 weekly trips across 41 routes, averaging 94 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 148 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 510 m away and the nearest school 816 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 658 weekly trips, access rating 48 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 95th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 510 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 816 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 834 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 836 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 876 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.6 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 is 1 long day care centre with 48 places in Karabar, about 11.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Karabar is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Karabar has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Karabar's established property market has recorded 150 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% vacant land transactions.
Karabar has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Karabar's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 69% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Karabar ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Education in Karabar: university qualifications 20.2%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 977.
Karabar features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
In terms of cultural diversity, Karabar records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Karabar is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
Health outcomes in Karabar are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Karabar has an estimated 8,411 residents, down 1.2% since the 2021 Census, with 38 projects tracked in the area around Karabar.
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 Karabar.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (101021008). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Karabar 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 Karabar 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.
