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Kiama Downs - Minnamurra has an estimated 5,925 residents, down 2.3% since the 2021 Census, with 117 projects tracked in the area around Kiama Downs - Minnamurra.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra, the Statistical Area Level 2 (Lv2) region, lies 92 kilometres south-southwest of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 5,925 as of Aug 2026. That figure compares with 6,063 people at the 2021 Census, a change AreaSearch describes as minimal. The estimate draws on the latest ABS estimated resident population (ERP) and on new addresses added since the Census. The local population is well educated and has a high proportion of married families, with strong outright home ownership and an unemployment rate below the average.
The area is distinguished by a high share of retirement-aged residents, many living in family households or as couples without children. Population growth patterns are moderate, while sales activity is relatively low for the size of the population. The location is known for its coastal landscapes and small-town character, with beaches, rainforests and cliffs that attract nature enthusiasts.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,311 in 2001 and 5,923 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,925 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 15.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.6%.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for education and the 83rd for amenities.
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 Kiama Downs - Minnamurra is $766 a week, up 7.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 32% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.0%.
32% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $556 in 2017, $817 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 Hollings Drive, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,320,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 298 Riverside Drive, Minnamurra NSW 2533 | $1,600,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Cullen Drive, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,410,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Cameron Crescent, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,335,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Barton Drive, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,200,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 52 Cathedral Rocks Avenue, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,320,000 | 20 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 121 Kiarama Avenue, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,675,000 | 18 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Hollings Drive, Kiama Downs NSW 2533 | $1,250,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 70 Charles Avenue, Minnamurra NSW 2533 | $4,500,000 | 31 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 133 Charles Avenue, Minnamurra NSW 2533 | $1,870,000 | 29 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 19 Jan 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,430,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $766 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.36m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.03m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,430,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 19 Jan 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $817 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $626 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.1% | 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, Kiama - Shellharbour | $729 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Kiama - Shellharbour, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Illawarra | $689 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Illawarra, over 12 months | +6.8% | 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 63 tracked applications: 24 approved, 24 under assessment, 15 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 117 projects in and around Kiama Downs - Minnamurra, 31 of them under construction.
The Bombo Quarry Precinct project involves transforming the state-significant quarry site into a sustainable new precinct featuring up to…
A major health infrastructure project delivering a new multi-storey greenfield hospital at Dunmore.
A major mixed-use State Significant Development in central Kiama, comprising 82 shop-top housing units, retail premises including one…
A 2-hectare Council-owned site in the heart of Kiama comprising the former Works Depot and the adjoining Big River site, spanning frontages…
A 40-hectare masterplanned urban release area for approximately 380 residential lots to be delivered over stages.
Luxury harbourfront hotel featuring 179 contemporary rooms, serviced apartments, function facilities including the Marina Ballroom, cafe…
Springside Hill is a 114-hectare masterplanned community in West Kiama proposed by Traders In Purple.
The Waterfront Shell Cove is a 2.1 billion AUD master-planned coastal community developed by Frasers Property Australia in partnership with…
Proposed 114-hectare masterplanned community delivering approximately 1200 low to medium density homes.
A new multi-purpose sportsfield for the growing Shell Cove community, located 300 metres from the Shellharbour Marina boat ramp.
Premium harbourfront apartment complex within The Waterfront, Shell Cove.
Luxury harbourfront apartments offering 2 and 3 bedroom residences with resort-style amenities including a 15m heated pool, gym, lounge…
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Estimated completion year of the 73 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 2, 2025 5, 2026 13, 2027 18, 2028 15, 2029 5, 2030 8, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 63 substantial development applications lodged in and around Kiama Downs - Minnamurra over the past 5 years, 57 in the last 12 months; 24 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 4, 2023 1, 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 57.
Key application 81 Oxley Avenue, Kiama Downs Commercial | $4.9m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 63 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 57 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 18 | ABS building approvals | 30th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 include: Bombo Quarry Precinct (Planning); Akuna Street Mixed-Use Development (Planning); New Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services (Construction); Illawarra-Shoalhaven Strategic Regional Integrated Transport Plan (Under Assessment); and Springside Hill (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Energy, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra, placing the area among the bottom 19% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 area has seen 39 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2's current population of 5,925 has been supported by 18 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 18, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 has seen 91 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,925 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 816 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,063 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.26 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,925 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,923 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The kiama downs - minnamurra sa2 has lost approximately 138 people and shown a 2.28% decrease from the 6,063 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is estimated at 816 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (63.2%), Natural increase (36.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 63.2% of overall population gains.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 74th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 41.8% | 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 | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.6% | 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 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Kiama Downs - Minnamurra is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 15.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (5.9% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.2% of the population in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 26.9% of the population in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 62% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,775 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,799 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,053 | 2021 Census, weekly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $867 | 2021 Census, weekly | 61st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,346 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is approximately $62,525. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,775.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is approximately $91,273. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,799.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is approximately $62,525 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,775 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is approximately $91,273 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,799 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2's households (~31.6% / 664 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.6% 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 Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is $2,053/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is $2,346/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is $867/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $58,775 with the average level standing at $85,799. This is extremely high nationally and compares to levels of $55,733 and $69,112 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,525 (median) and $91,273 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is $7,726 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The kiama downs - minnamurra sa2's disposable income is $7,726 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,110 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,668 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,178 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 has approximately 3,110 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.1%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 stands at 2.1%, which is 2.0 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 Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.7% of employment), education & training (13.9%), and construction (12.4%). Other significant employers include public administration & safety and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is 65.7%, 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 kiama downs - minnamurra sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 13.9% of the local workforce compared to 9.6% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The kiama downs - minnamurra sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.2% growth, ranking 17th out of 37 regions nationally.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 27.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
30.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
28.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The kiama downs - minnamurra sa2 ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 are: Certificate (27.1%), Bachelor Degree (20.1%), Advanced Diploma (13.2%).
28.7% of the population in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.0% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is 1077, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 464 students.
The kiama downs - minnamurra sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 37.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,100 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,052 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 had 2,100 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 2.3% to an estimated 2,052 households today.
The average household size in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.1%), group households (1.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,716 family households, couples with children account for 37.5% of all households, couples without children at home 34.9%, and single parent families 8.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.7% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.1% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 60.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.1% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 17.1% of all households in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, notably lower than 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 1.3% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.1% of its population born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.8% of people in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra are English, comprising 32.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.1% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 10.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Kiama Downs - Minnamurra (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), Irish at 9.8% (vs 8.8%) and Maltese at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
12.9% of the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.0% of the population in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
1.8% of the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.6% of the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 48.1% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, 48.1% of homes are owned outright, 38.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 13.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.5% of dwellings in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 are houses.
In the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, 1.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 6.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 stands at 48.1%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is $2,300, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is $1,170, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 23.9% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 consists of 91.5% detached houses, 6.6% semi-detached dwellings, 1.9% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra consumes approximately 13.2% of median household income ($8,889 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra show attached dwellings contributing 40% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 60% of applications versus 92% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 78th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Around 59.7% of people in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.5% of people in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2, 59.7% 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 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 | 73 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 96 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,498 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 62 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 32.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 96 public transport stops within the Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2.
The Kiama Downs - Minnamurra SA2 has 1,498 weekly trips across 15 routes, averaging 214 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 102 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 597 m away and the nearest supermarket 673 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 96 stops nearby, 1,498 weekly trips, access rating 73 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 83 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 597 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 673 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 995 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra, placing the area among the bottom 19% of areas assessed nationally.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 23% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra's resilient property market has recorded 91 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 91% residential and 9% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Kiama Downs - Minnamurra reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 62% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Kiama Downs - Minnamurra has an estimated 5,925 residents, down 2.3% since the 2021 Census, with 117 projects tracked in the area around Kiama Downs - Minnamurra.
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 Kiama Downs - Minnamurra.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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 (107031139). 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 (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, 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 Kiama Downs - Minnamurra 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 Kiama Downs - Minnamurra 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.
