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Lennox Head - Skennars Head has an estimated 10,342 residents, up 12.0% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in Lennox Head - Skennars Head.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Lennox Head - Skennars Head Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 159 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 10,342 as of Aug 2026, following an estimated increase of 1,106 people (12.0%) since the 2021 Census count of 9,236 people. This change reflects the ABS estimated resident population of 10,283 as of June 2025 and 548 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its profile also features a high proportion of middle-aged residents and strong population expansion patterns.
The area is known for coastal scenery, pristine beaches and surf breaks, alongside a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Native flora and fauna in the surrounding hinterland contribute to its appeal for nature lovers, while cafe strips, boutique shops and recreational facilities serve residents and visitors. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Lennox Head - Skennars Head Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 159 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 10,342 as of Aug 2026, following an estimated increase of 1,106 people (12.0%) since the 2021 Census count of 9,236 people. This change reflects the ABS estimated resident population of 10,283 as of June 2025 and 548 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its profile also features a high proportion of middle-aged residents and strong population expansion patterns.
The area is known for coastal scenery, pristine beaches and surf breaks, alongside a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Native flora and fauna in the surrounding hinterland contribute to its appeal for nature lovers, while cafe strips, boutique shops and recreational facilities serve residents and visitors. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,134 in 2001 and 10,282 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,342 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 15%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.5%.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 93rd for health.
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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head is $1,051 a week, up 4.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 81% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.6%.
81% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $742 in 2017, $1,146 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $498 in 2017, $816 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/30 Byron Street, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $920,000 | 29 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/40 Stewart Street, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $850,000 | 29 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1 Bundaleer Road, Broken Head NSW 2481 | $4,125,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Susan Place, Skennars Head NSW 2478 | $1,070,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Ibis Place, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $735,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Gibbon Street, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $1,700,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Isabella Drive, Skennars Head NSW 2478 | $1,270,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Pintail Lane, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $1,335,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 29 Castle Drive, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $2,425,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Lillipilli Place, Lennox Head NSW 2478 | $1,450,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 30 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 29 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,450,000 (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 | $1,051 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.72m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.25m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,450,000 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 30 Jun 2026 to 29 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,146 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $816 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Richmond Valley - Coastal | $837 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Richmond Valley - Coastal, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Richmond - Tweed | $754 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Richmond - Tweed, over 12 months | +6.5% | 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 214 tracked applications: 72 approved, 44 under assessment, 98 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 20 projects in Lennox Head - Skennars Head (5 under construction) and 109 more in the surrounding area.
An 80-hectare, $250 million masterplanned community that has delivered over 480 residential lots and a 4.5-hectare sporting precinct. As of March 2026, the $7 million expansion of the Epiq Marketplace retail precinct has officially opened, adding 720 square metres and eight new tenancies.
Completion of a $7 million dual-level retail and commercial building expanding the Epiq Marketplace. Delivered by Clarence Property, it adds eight new tenancies across 720 square metres of floor space. The expansion complements the existing Woolworths-anchored neighbourhood shopping centre within the $250 million Epiq Lennox Head masterplanned estate.
DA 2023/479 approved by Ballina Shire Council for a 35-room boutique hotel with pool, bar and restaurant, and a two-level basement car park (with public paid parking after 1 hour). Architect: Little Boat Projects.
A masterplanned hilltop land estate in Lennox Head offering premium, levelled and retained homesites across 41.16 hectares, with elevated district and ocean-breeze outlooks.
A project is underway to provide more permanent classrooms for the local community by relocating Lennox Head Public School to new facilities on a new site within the EPIQ development. A new 40-place public preschool will also be built on the same site to provide expanded access to early childhood education.
A 116-lot residential subdivision on approximately 14.82 hectares at Reservoir Hill, Lennox Head. Approved by Ballina Shire Council under DA 2018/51 (99 lots) and DA 2020/284 (a further 19 lots), the estate captures elevated coastal, hinterland and district views close to Lennox Village and North Creek Reserve.
Ballina Shire Council completed the Sharpes Beach Carpark and Precinct Accessibility Upgrade on 12 February 2026. The $2.35 million project transformed the beachfront precinct at Skennars Head with a sealed asphalt carpark, formalised accessible parking, new accessible toilet and shower facilities, beach showers, an accessible ocean viewing platform and…
Saltwood @ Kinvara is a 440-hectare masterplanned residential community in the Cumbalum Urban Release Area B (CURA B), Ballina Shire, zoned for urban development since 2012. The project will deliver approximately 2,500 dwellings over multiple stages spanning 15-20+ years.
DA-approved subdivision of a 6,606m2 block into 6 Torrens-title lots, with concept plans for 19 three-bedroom townhouses in a residential precinct.
A secure, gated, pet-friendly over-50s lifestyle resort offering luxurious modern homes and premium country club facilities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, close to beaches and shopping.
Current development application DA 2024/283 proposes 26 two-storey live/work units with associated civil works, retaining walls and landscaping within the Epiq Lennox community. The application was publicly exhibited by Ballina Shire Council in October 2024 and, as of the latest check, remains under Council assessment.
Two lot Torrens Title subdivision to create 1 x 6,402m2 Lot (Proposed Lot 1) and 1 x 6,649m2 Lot (Proposed Lot 2). Construction of a mixed use development (Commercial/Residential) on Proposed Lot 1 comprising 3 retail premises, 5 food and drink premises and 17 shop top housing dwellings, and associated car parking, landscaping and infrastructure works, and…
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Estimated completion year of the 53 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 14, 2027 20, 2028 7, 2029 3, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 42 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 214 substantial development applications lodged in and around Lennox Head - Skennars Head over the past 5 years, 182 in the last 12 months; 44 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 4, 2023 10, 2024 5, 2025 12, 2026 (to Nov) 182.
Key application 67 Skennars Head Road, Skennars Head Aged Care | $63m | 147 dwellings | 2 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 214 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 182 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 108 | ABS building approvals | 81st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 72 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 44 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 include: EPIQ Lennox Head Masterplanned Community (Construction); Lennox Rise Estate (Construction); Lennox Head Public School Relocation (Construction); Crest Estate (Construction); and Epiq Marketplace Retail Precinct Expansion (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Retail, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Lennox Head - Skennars Head among the top 15% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 area has seen 144 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2's current population of 10,342 has been supported by 108 approvals on average over recent years.
The Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 has seen 11.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 167 people in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 108, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 has grown by approximately 1,266 people, while 540 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,342 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 273 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,236 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,106 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 37.85 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,342 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,283 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The lennox head - skennars head sa2 has added approximately 1,106 people and shown a 11.97% increase from the 9,236 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is estimated at 273 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (47.2%), Overseas migration (30.4%), Natural increase (22.4%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 47.2% of overall population gains.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.8% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.7% | 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 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Lennox Head - Skennars Head is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 15.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.8% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.2% of the population in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.4% of the population in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,788 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,434 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,035 | 2021 Census, weekly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $916 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,296 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is approximately $56,156. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,788.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is approximately $72,800. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,434.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is approximately $56,156 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,788 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is approximately $72,800 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,434 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2's households (~33.5% / 1,119 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.5% 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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is $2,035/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is $2,296/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is $916/wk.
The Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $52,788 and an average of $68,434 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $55,733 and average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,156 (median) and $72,800 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is $7,475 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The lennox head - skennars head sa2's disposable income is $7,475 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Lennox Head - Skennars Head places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,745 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,714 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,820 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 has approximately 5,745 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.3%. 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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 stands at 1.3%, which is 2.9 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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.7% of employment), education & training (13.4%), and construction (11.5%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Lennox Head - Skennars Head 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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is 66.9%, 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 lennox head - skennars head sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 13.4% 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 lennox head - skennars head 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 7.7% growth, ranking 9th out of 37 regions nationally.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head 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 | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 36.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 22.9% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
36.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
27.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The lennox head - skennars head sa2 ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (26.0%), Certificate (22.9%), Advanced Diploma (13.2%).
29.3% of the population in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.0% in primary school, 8.2% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is 1080, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,708 students.
The lennox head - skennars head sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head features high concentrations of couples without children and group households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,340 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,740 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 had 3,340 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.0% to an estimated 3,740 households today.
The average household size in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.4%), group households (3.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,528 family households, couples with children account for 33.0% of all households, couples without children at home 31.9%, and single parent families 10.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 75.7% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 20.4% 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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.1% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 20.4% of all households in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head 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 3.9% of households, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 15.5% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 84.5% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
Lennox Head - Skennars Head was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 84.5% of its population born in Australia, 89.5% being citizens, and 94.4% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Lennox Head - Skennars Head, at 45.2% of people, although more residents (52.4%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lennox Head - Skennars Head are English, comprising 31.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 25.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 11.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 10.0% of Lennox Head - Skennars Head (vs 8.0% across Regional NSW), French at 0.8% (vs 0.4%) and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
15.5% of the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
5.6% of the population in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
1.4% of the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
89.5% of the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head 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 | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 42.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $580 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 28.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, 42.1% of homes are owned outright, 35.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 76.5% of dwellings in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 are houses.
In the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, 3.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 19.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 stands at 42.1%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is $2,200, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is $1,343, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 28.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 28.5% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 consists of 76.5% detached houses, 19.1% semi-detached dwellings, 3.8% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Lennox Head - Skennars Head consumes approximately 15.2% of median household income ($8,812 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Lennox Head - Skennars Head show attached dwellings contributing 53% of approvals compared to 24% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 47% of applications versus 76% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head'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 | 51.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.7% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
Around 51.7% of people in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, 3.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.1% of the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2, 51.7% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 37 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 37th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 77 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 397 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 134 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 46 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 23.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 77 public transport stops within the Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2.
The Lennox Head - Skennars Head SA2 has 397 weekly trips across 46 routes, averaging 56 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 217 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 697 m away and the nearest school 1.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 77 stops nearby, 397 weekly trips, access rating 37 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 71 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 71st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 697 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 6.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 7.5 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 3 long day care centres with 220 places in Lennox Head - Skennars Head, about 2.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Lennox Head - Skennars Head among the top 15% of areas assessed nationwide.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head's sought-after property market has recorded 213 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 90% residential and 9% vacant land transactions.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Lennox Head - Skennars Head places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head features high concentrations of couples without children and group households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head'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 low 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.
Lennox Head - Skennars Head has an estimated 10,342 residents, up 12.0% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in Lennox Head - Skennars Head.
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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head.
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 Oct 2026. Housing 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 (112011242). 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 (Oct 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Lennox Head - Skennars Head 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 Lennox Head - Skennars Head 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.
