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

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's population was approximately 22,515 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents a 354-person increase (1.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 22,161 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,515 in June 2025 and an additional 50 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 67 persons per square kilometer, offering significant space per person and potential room for further development. Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's growth rate of 1.6% since the 2021 census exceeded that of its SA3 area (1.2%), positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 64.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch employs NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to population projections, a near-median increase is expected nationally, with Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer projected to expand by 1,989 persons to 2041, reflecting an 8.8% total gain over the 16 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 approved approximately 46 dwellings per year on average over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, totaling 233 homes. In FY26 up to now, 27 dwellings have been approved. The population growth rate is around 0.1 people per dwelling built annually during this period, indicating that supply has kept pace with or exceeded demand, offering more buyer options while supporting potential population growth above projections.

The average construction cost of new dwellings is $585,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. This financial year, commercial development approvals totaled $6.1 million, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has similar development levels per capita, maintaining market balance consistent with surrounding areas. However, these levels are lower than national averages, possibly indicating market maturity or development constraints.

Around 92% of new buildings are standalone homes, and 8% are townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 536 people, showing a quiet, low-activity development environment. By 2041, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer is projected to grow by approximately 1,989 residents according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development appears well-suited to meet future needs, supporting stable market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

The performance of a region can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 31 such projects that could potentially impact the area. Notable among these are Jacaranda Ponds, Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley Flood Management, The Sanctuary North Richmond, and New Richmond Bridge and Traffic Improvements. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. Its unemployment rate is 5.1%. As of December 2025, there are 12,606 residents employed, an unemployment rate of 5.3% compared to Greater Sydney's 4.2%, and a workforce participation rate of 72.4%.

According to Census responses, 31.5% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Construction employment is particularly high at 2.2 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 5.1%.

Over the year to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.3%, and employment declined by 1.7%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2% and labour force grow by 2.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch released postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2023. Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $59,200 and an average of $72,806, both above national averages. Greater Sydney's median was $60,817 with an average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 are approximately $65,309 (median) and $80,320 (average). Census data from 2021 shows Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 68th and 83rd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 34.2% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (7,700 people), aligning with regional levels at 30.9%. A substantial 34.8% earn over $3,000 weekly, suggesting strong purchasing power. Housing accounts for 14.5% of income, with residents ranking in the 83rd percentile for disposable income. 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 in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.9% houses and 1.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer stood at 37.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 50.7% and rented ones at 12.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,383, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in the area was $440, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 and rents 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 account for 83.4% of all households, including 43.8% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 16.6%, with lone person households at 15.0% and group households comprising 1.6%. The median household size is 3.0 people, 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's university qualification rate is 18.6%, significantly lower than the SA4 region average of 40.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 44.3% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 32.7%. Educational participation is high, with 27.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.9% in primary, 7.9% in secondary, and 3.4% in tertiary education.

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

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has 278 active public transport stops, served by 82 routes offering 841 weekly passenger trips. The area has good transport accessibility with residents located an average of 271 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, primarily using cars (94%). Vehicle ownership averages 2.3 per dwelling, above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 31.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 120 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 3 weekly trips per stop.

The accompanying map displays 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, mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were low across both young and old age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover was found to be very high at approximately 55% of the total population (12,473 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. The most common medical conditions in the area were arthritis and asthma, impacting 7.8 and 7.4% of residents respectively. Seventy-point-five percent declared themselves 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 18.7% of residents aged 65 and over (4,201 people), which is higher than the 15.5% 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 had a cultural diversity index of 87.9%, with 93.8% being Australian-born citizens who spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 61.3% of residents, compared to Sydney's average of 49.2%. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (30.5%), English (29.5%), and Irish (7.7%).

Notably, Maltese (5.2%) and Lebanese (0.4%) populations exceeded regional averages, while Croatian (0.6%) was slightly higher than the Sydney average of 0.7%.

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

Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer has a median age of 40, which is higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's median age of 38 years. The 55-64 cohort is notably over-represented in Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer at 14.1%, compared to the Greater Sydney average, while the 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 10.6%. Between January 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 4.5% to 6.3% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 14.8% to 12.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Kurrajong Heights - Ebenezer's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 772 people (54%) from 1,418 to 2,191. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 86% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.