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Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park has an estimated 11,092 residents, up 1.2% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 83 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 11,092, a minimal change from the 10,960 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This assessment draws on the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure and validated new addresses added since the Census. The area is marked by strong outright home ownership, a low average household size and above-average numbers of children per family. It also has a notable presence of residents aged 75 to 84 and an elevated proportion aged 85 and over. Its residents are largely older couples without children, with a retirement-age profile, typically lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels. Population growth is moderate, and sales activity is relatively low compared with the size of the population.
The locality is best known for its picturesque landscapes, pristine waterways and recreational opportunities.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 83 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 11,092, a minimal change from the 10,960 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This assessment draws on the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure and validated new addresses added since the Census. The area is marked by strong outright home ownership, a low average household size and above-average numbers of children per family. It also has a notable presence of residents aged 75 to 84 and an elevated proportion aged 85 and over. Its residents are largely older couples without children, with a retirement-age profile, typically lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels. Population growth is moderate, and sales activity is relatively low compared with the size of the population.
The locality is best known for its picturesque landscapes, pristine waterways and recreational opportunities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,041 in 2001 and 11,084 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,092 (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, 15.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 31.2%.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park ranks in the 51st percentile nationally for development activity and the 44th for transport & access.
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 Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park is $626 a week, up 9.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 21% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
21% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $415 in 2017, $647 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $279 in 2017, $454 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Andrew Street, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259 | $1,800,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 43 Ivy Avenue, Chain Valley Bay NSW 2259 | $1,025,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 648 Pacific Highway, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259 | $850,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 91 Anita Avenue, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259 | $1,120,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Elsinore Avenue, Chain Valley Bay NSW 2259 | $940,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 33 Bridge Avenue, Chain Valley Bay NSW 2259 | $927,019 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Leumeah Avenue, Chain Valley Bay NSW 2259 | $780,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 25 Woodbridge Crescent, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259 | $727,500 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Kenneth Place, Mannering Park NSW 2259 | $930,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 56 Leumeah Avenue, Chain Valley Bay NSW 2259 | $1,270,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 20 May 2026 (the latest settled 2 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $815,000 (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 | $626 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.9% | 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 | $825k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $640k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $815,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 20 May 2026 to 2 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $647 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $454 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wyong | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wyong, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 76 tracked applications: 35 approved, 20 under assessment, 21 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park (2 under construction) and 107 more in the surrounding area.
Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre is an operating neighbourhood shopping centre on the corner of Tall Timbers Road and the Pacific Highway. The centre is anchored by Woolworths and includes specialty tenants, a pad-site Woolworths Petrol tenancy and adjacent vacant land identified by the owner as providing potential expansion opportunities.
Central Coast Council, supported by NSW Government open space grants, is delivering the Lake Munmorah Recreation Facility and Regional Playspace at 4 Tall Timbers Road. The facility delivers an inclusive all-abilities nature-based playground, a pump track and skate facility, sports field upgrades, a modern amenities pavilion, BBQ shelters, and shared paths.
The Lake Munmorah and Crangan Bay Urban Release Area is a major strategic residential expansion initiative led by Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) along the Pacific Highway corridor.
A $3.81 million project to create a significant active precinct including an inclusive regional-sized playspace, a district-level skatepark and pump track, an upgraded access road and carpark, and supporting recreational infrastructure.
A 283-lot residential subdivision on 27.2 hectares of land. The development has received consent and includes 3 hectares for conservation, restoration of a wetland, a local park, and walking/cycleways.
A partnership between Darkinjung LALC and Landcom to develop a site at Lake Munmorah, with early investigations showing potential for approximately 380 new dwellings, including affordable housing.
Crangan Bay is a 623 lot Torrens Title masterplanned residential estate on Lake Macquarie, with serviced lots, open space, pathways, boardwalks and community recreation areas.
The Colongra Sporting Complex is a new sporting and recreation facility on Scenic Drive at Colongra on the northern Central Coast, serving the growing areas of San Remo, Blue Haven, Halekulani and Budgewoi.
A multi-stage masterplanned community lifestyle precinct development spanning over 45 hectares adjacent to Doyalson RSL. The project features 360 retirement living villas, a new community centre, golf clubhouse, medical centre, childcare facility, service station, food outlets, hotel accommodation, and associated civil infrastructure.
One of the world's largest battery energy storage systems with a capacity of 850 MW and 1,680 MWh, located at the former Munmorah Power Station site.
Trinity Point is a $665 million waterfront resort and marina expansion at Morisset Park on Lake Macquarie, designed by Koichi Takada. The State Significant Development includes a five-star hotel, luxury apartments, expansion of the marina to 188 berths, dining, a wellness retreat and a public foreshore boardwalk.
Central Coast Council, in partnership with BMD Constructions, is executing a major $144 million capital upgrade of the Charmhaven Sewage Treatment Plant.
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Estimated completion year of the 74 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 13, 2027 23, 2028 17, 2029 7, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 76 substantial development applications lodged in and around Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park over the past 5 years, 63 in the last 12 months; 20 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 2, 2024 5, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 63.
Key application 315 Pacific Highway, Lake Munmorah Mixed Use | $27m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 76 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 63 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 45 | ABS building approvals | 55th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 35 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 include: Lake Munmorah Shopping Centre Future Expansion (Planning); Lake Munmorah & Crangan Bay Urban Release Area (Approved); Lake Munmorah Recreation Facility & Regional Playspace (Construction); Greater Lake Munmorah Structure Plan Area Expansion (Planning); and Crangan Bay Residential Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Sports & Recreation, and Residential Development, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 area has seen 164 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2's current population of 11,092 has been supported by 45 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 45, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 has grown by approximately 56 people, while 224 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating 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 Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,092 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 313 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | 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 | 10,960 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 132 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 35.49 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 was estimated to be approximately 11,092 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,084 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The lake munmorah - mannering park sa2 has added approximately 132 people and shown a 1.20% increase from the 10,960 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is estimated at 313 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 52 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 36.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 40.2% | 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 | 52 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 at 52 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 52 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 52 years as at August 2026, Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park is 15 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 14 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 15.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (15.2% vs 5.3%) and 85+ year-olds (5.6% vs 2.1%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (9.1% vs 16.2%) and 35-44 year-olds (9.2% vs 15.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.3% of the population in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 36.0% of the population in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,174 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $67,647 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,079 | 2021 Census, weekly | 6th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $594 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,449 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 38.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is approximately $60,822. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,174.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is approximately $71,963. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $67,647.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is approximately $60,822 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,174 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is approximately $71,963 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,647 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2's households (~31.2% / 1,450 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 31.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is $1,079/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is $1,449/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is $594/wk.
The Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,174 and the average income stands at $67,647, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,822 (median) and $71,963 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is $3,881 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The lake munmorah - mannering park sa2's disposable income is $3,881 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 50.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,477 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,648 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,716 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 has approximately 4,477 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.1%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 stands at 5.1%, which is 0.9 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.4% of employment), construction (15.0%), and retail trade (12.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is 50.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The lake munmorah - mannering park sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 15.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The lake munmorah - mannering park sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 10.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 23.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
10.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
45.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The lake munmorah - mannering park sa2 ranks in the 14th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 are: Certificate (34.6%), Advanced Diploma (9.0%), Bachelor Degree (8.0%).
23.6% of the population in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.5% in primary school, 6.8% in secondary school, 2.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is 966, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,297 students.
The lake munmorah - mannering park sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,652 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,708 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 had 4,652 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.2% to an estimated 4,708 households today.
The average household size in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.9%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,052 family households, couples with children account for 20.3% of all households, couples without children at home 32.8%, and single parent families 11.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 31.9% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.6% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.1% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 31.9% of all households in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.7% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park 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 | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.5% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.5% of its population born in Australia, 91.6% being citizens, and 97.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park was found to be Christianity, which makes up 61.0% of people in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park are English, comprising 33.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 31.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 8.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park (vs 1.0% across Greater Sydney), Australian Aboriginal at 4.2% (vs 1.3%) and New Zealand at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
12.5% of the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
2.7% of the population in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
4.2% of the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.6% of the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park 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 | 17.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 53.3% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $380 | 2021 Census, weekly | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 35.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 37.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, 53.3% of homes are owned outright, 29.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 17.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.4% of dwellings in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 are houses.
In the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, 1.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 stands at 53.3%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is $1,733, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is $794, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 37.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 35.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 37.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 35.2% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 consists of 94.4% detached houses, 3.7% semi-detached dwellings, 1.2% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park consumes approximately 17.0% of median household income ($4,672 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park show attached dwellings contributing 2% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 98% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 35th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 53.9% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
Around 50.9% of people in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, 8.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.3% of people in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.8% of the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.9% of people in the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2, 50.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
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 | 44 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 44th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 104 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 74th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 570 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 107 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 60 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 104 public transport stops within the Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2.
The Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park SA2 has 570 weekly trips across 60 routes, averaging 81 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 165 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 742 m away and the nearest GP 990 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 104 stops nearby, 570 weekly trips, access rating 44 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 12 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 12th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 742 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 990 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 4.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 7.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.1 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 are 5 long day care centres with 233 places in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park, about 2.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park's resilient property market has recorded 136 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential, 1% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among 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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park has an estimated 11,092 residents, up 1.2% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park.
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 Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park.
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 (102021050). 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 Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park 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 Lake Munmorah - Mannering Park 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.
