Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's population is around 22,463 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 302 people (1.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 22,161 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,436 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 49 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 67 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's 1.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (1.1%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth, which contributed approximately 72.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with the area expected to expand by 2,115 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 9.3% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has experienced around 46 dwellings receiving development approval per year, with 233 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 22 so far in FY-26. With an average of only 0.1 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply is meeting or surpassing demand, providing greater buyer choice and supporting potential for population growth above projections. New dwellings are developed at an average value of $585,000, revealing that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Additionally, $6.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature.

Compared to Greater Sydney, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has similar development levels (per person), preserving market equilibrium consistent with surrounding areas. This activity is likewise lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and pointing to possible development constraints. New building activity shows 92.0% standalone homes and 8.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The estimated count of 536 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment.

Looking ahead, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer is expected to grow by 2,088 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 31 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Jacaranda Ponds, Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley Flood Management, Redbank Estate - Stage 8 & Future Stages, and North Richmond Woolworths & Retail Expansion, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer possesses a skilled workforce, with the construction sector a particular standout in terms of representation, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. As of December 2025, 12,606 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.0% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (72.6% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a high 31.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in construction, with employment levels at 2.2 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 5.1% versus the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.3% alongside a 1.7% employment decline, resulting in the unemployment rate rising by 1.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney, where employment rose by 2.2%, the labour force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer SA2's median income among taxpayers is $59,200, with an average of $72,806. This is above the national average, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $64,445 (median) and $79,257 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer, between the 68th and 83rd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 34.2% of residents (7,682 people), aligning with regional levels where this cohort likewise represents 30.9%. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 34.8% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. Housing accounts for 14.5% of income while strong earnings rank residents within the 83rd percentile for disposable income and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure within Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 98.9% houses and 1.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer was well beyond that of Sydney metro, at 37.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (50.7%) or rented (12.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Sydney metro average at $2,383, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $440, compared to Sydney metro's $2,427 and $470. Nationally, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 83.4% of all households, comprising 43.8% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 16.6%, with lone person households at 15.0% and group households comprising 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (18.6%) substantially below the SA4 region average of 40.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 44.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (32.7%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 278 active transport stops operating within Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 82 individual routes, collectively providing 841 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 271 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.3 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A high 31.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 120 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 3 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts see low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 55% of the total population (~12,444 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 7.8% and 7.4% of residents, respectively, while 70.5% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (4,279 people), which is higher than the 15.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.9% of its population born in Australia, 93.8% being citizens, and 94.8% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer is Christianity, which makes up 61.3% of the population. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer are Australian, comprising 30.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 17.8%, English, comprising 29.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 19.0%, and Irish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 5.2% of Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer (vs 1.0% regionally), Lebanese at 0.4% (vs 2.6%) and Croatian at 0.6% (vs 0.7%).

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's population is slightly older than the national pattern

With a median age of 40, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer is somewhat higher than the Greater Sydney figure of 37 and similarly marginally higher than Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 55 - 64 cohort is notably over-represented (14.1% locally), while 25 - 34 year-olds are under-represented (10.3%). In the period since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.5% to 6.5% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 14.8% to 12.8% and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 11.5% to 10.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 807 people (55%) from 1,471 to 2,279. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 86% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.