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Matraville - Chifley has an estimated 14,307 residents, up 6.7% since the 2021 Census, with 120 projects tracked in the area around Matraville - Chifley.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Matraville - Chifley Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 11.1 kilometres south-southeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 14,307 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 895 people (6.7%) on the 13,412 recorded at the 2021 Census. That estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 14,280 as of June 2025, combined with 101 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has a strong presence of semi-detached housing, a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, and a pronounced group aged 45 to 54.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as people in middle age, and population growth shows moderate expansion. Sales activity is relatively low for the size of the population. The area's schools and local amenities, together with its dining options, shops and local markets, create an attractive setting for young families seeking a suburban lifestyle. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Matraville - Chifley Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 11.1 kilometres south-southeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 14,307 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 895 people (6.7%) on the 13,412 recorded at the 2021 Census. That estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 14,280 as of June 2025, combined with 101 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has a strong presence of semi-detached housing, a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, and a pronounced group aged 45 to 54.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as people in middle age, and population growth shows moderate expansion. Sales activity is relatively low for the size of the population. The area's schools and local amenities, together with its dining options, shops and local markets, create an attractive setting for young families seeking a suburban lifestyle. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,432 in 2001 and 14,280 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,307 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 15.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 25.3%.
Matraville - Chifley ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for amenities and the 81st 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 Matraville - Chifley is $982 a week, up 5.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 24% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.1%.
24% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $966 in 2017, $1,346 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $516 in 2017, $946 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/513 Bunnerong Road, Matraville NSW 2036 | $870,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 28 Windsor Street, Matraville NSW 2036 | $2,025,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 15 O'Connell Avenue, Matraville NSW 2036 | $355,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 75/22 Wassell Street, Matraville NSW 2036 | $1,260,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 112/16 Wassell Street, Matraville NSW 2036 | $1,420,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1313 Anzac Parade, Chifley NSW 2036 | $3,050,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/484 Bunnerong Road, Matraville NSW 2036 | $782,500 | 7 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 18/581 Bunnerong Road, Matraville NSW 2036 | $1,075,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 15 Larose Avenue, Matraville NSW 2036 | $3,750,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Pozieres Avenue, Matraville NSW 2036 | $3,020,000 | 14 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 15 May 2026 (the latest settled 7 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $2,050,000 (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 | $982 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.59m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,050,000 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 15 May 2026 to 7 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,346 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $946 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Eastern Suburbs - South | $907 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Eastern Suburbs - South, over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs | $974 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 240 tracked applications: 159 approved, 38 under assessment, 43 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 120 projects in and around Matraville - Chifley, 25 of them under construction.
A major urban renewal project by Landcom, transforming the former Prince Henry Hospital site into a new residential and community precinct. The project includes a mix of over 1,000 homes, renovated heritage buildings, aged care accommodation, commercial facilities, and a community centre.
Reconstruction of the Heffron Park Central amenities block adjacent to the netball courts in Maroubra, funded by the NSW Government under the Level Playing Field Program in association with Randwick City Council.
Major subsea cable landing infrastructure for Google's Pacific Connect Initiative, supporting the Tabua and Honomoana transpacific cables connecting Australia to the United States, Fiji, and French Polynesia.
Homes NSW and Bridge Housing affordable housing redevelopment replacing 33 existing dwellings with 144 new units in 6 apartment buildings (four 3-storey and two 3-4-storey). The development will feature 94 affordable homes and 50 social housing homes, a communal room, basement car parking, and landscaped open space.
Construction of an accessible amenities building for users of Malabar Ocean Pool and the Coastal Walkway. The scope includes unisex toilets, change cubicles, fully accessible facilities, a regraded car park, shared zones, bike racks, and landscaping designed by Sam Crawford Architects to integrate sensitively into the coastal reserve.
Mixed-use development comprising 65 apartments over 6-7 levels with 9 commercial tenancies on the ground floor and 3 levels of basement car parking for 136 spaces. The project was approved in December 2018 but remains in pre-construction phase.
Upgrade of the playground and surrounding parkland at Finucane Reserve including new play equipment, rubber soft-fall surfacing, connecting footpaths, seating, picnic facilities, bike racks, accessible drinking bubbler, tree planting and remediation of asbestos-containing material. The design was informed by students from Soldiers Settlement Public School.
Redevelopment of Botany Aquatic Centre into a modern community aquatic and recreation facility. The project includes an outdoor 50 m competition pool with grandstand seating, indoor 25 m lap pool, indoor learn-to-swim pool, adventure waterplay, water slides, splash pad, gym, amenities, kiosk, car park upgrades and landscaping.
NSW Government seniors housing project delivering 8 one-bedroom independent living units for older residents, with landscaping, fencing and 4 on-site parking spaces. Part of the Social Housing Accelerator Fund program delivering seniors homes across Sydney.
Construction of a new scooter track facility at Grace Campbell Reserve providing safe recreational space for young people with modern equipment and safety features. Construction of a small loop scooter path behind the playspace to enhance play value for young children.
Upgrade of existing coastal walkway between Maroubra and South Maroubra Beaches with continuous raised boardwalk, viewing platforms, and enhanced accessibility features.
A residential apartment development featuring 179 apartments in a courtyard-style building. The project focuses on providing views, natural light, and cross-ventilation. Completed in 2018.
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Estimated completion year of the 46 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 11, 2027 17, 2028 7, 2029 3, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 30 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 240 substantial development applications lodged in and around Matraville - Chifley over the past 5 years, 146 in the last 12 months; 38 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 22, 2023 20, 2024 25, 2025 31, 2026 (to Oct) 135.
Key application 2 Girawah Place, Matraville Commercial | $42m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 240 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 146 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 80 | ABS building approvals | 74th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 159 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Matraville - Chifley SA2 include: Heffron Park Central Amenities Upgrade (Construction); Yorktown Parade and Fitzgerald Avenue Affordable Housing Redevelopment (Approved); MOD 6 Chlorine Liquefaction Plant (Under Assessment); Finucane Reserve Upgrade (Completed); and Malabar Ocean Pool Accessible Amenities Building (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Matraville - Chifley SA2 spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Residential Development, and Manufacturing, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Matraville - Chifley SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Matraville - Chifley when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 area has seen 118 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Matraville - Chifley SA2's current population of 14,307 has been supported by 80 approvals on average over recent years.
The Matraville - Chifley SA2 has seen 5.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 242 people in the Matraville - Chifley SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Matraville - Chifley SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 80, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 has grown by approximately 633 people, while 402 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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 Matraville - Chifley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,307 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,191 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,412 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 895 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.41 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Matraville - Chifley SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,307 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,280 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The matraville - chifley sa2 has added approximately 895 people and shown a 6.67% increase from the 13,412 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is estimated at 4,196 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (78.1%), Natural increase (12.2%), Interstate migration (9.6%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 78.1% of overall population gains.
Matraville - Chifley'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 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.7% | 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 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Matraville - Chifley 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, Matraville - Chifley is 5 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 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 Matraville - Chifley SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.0% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.0% of the population in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.1% of the population in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 69% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,373 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $82,669 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,132 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $859 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 35.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,598 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is approximately $64,225. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,373.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is approximately $87,943. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $82,669.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is approximately $64,225 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,373 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is approximately $87,943 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $82,669 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Matraville - Chifley SA2's households (~25.3% / 1,164 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 25.3% 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 Matraville - Chifley SA2 is $2,132/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is $2,598/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is $859/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Matraville - Chifley SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $60,373 with the average level standing at $82,669. This is well above average nationally and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,225 (median) and $87,943 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is $7,550 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The matraville - chifley sa2's disposable income is $7,550 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Matraville - Chifley shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,198 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,946 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,723 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Matraville - Chifley SA2 has approximately 7,198 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 stands at 6.8%, which is 2.6 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 Matraville - Chifley SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.5% of employment), construction (11.6%), and education & training (11.6%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Matraville - Chifley SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is 65.2%, 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 trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The matraville - chifley sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 11.6% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. 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 matraville - chifley sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Matraville - Chifley sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
30.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
37.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The matraville - chifley sa2 ranks in the 46th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 are: Certificate (20.7%), Bachelor Degree (20.2%), Advanced Diploma (11.3%).
30.8% of the population in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.1% in primary school, 8.8% in secondary school, 5.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is 989, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Matraville - Chifley SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,148 students.
The matraville - chifley sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Matraville - Chifley features high concentrations of couples with children and single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.3% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 40.4% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,607 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,914 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Matraville - Chifley SA2 had 4,607 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.7% to an estimated 4,914 households today.
The average household size in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.3%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,455 family households, couples with children account for 40.4% of all households, couples without children at home 19.6%, and single parent families 13.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Matraville - Chifley SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 have an average of 1.6 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 46.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.9% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 22.3% of all households in the Matraville - Chifley SA2, similar to 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.
Matraville - Chifley was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 34.8% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 65.2% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
Matraville - Chifley scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 34.8% of its population born overseas and 29.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Matraville - Chifley was found to be Christianity, which makes up 63.5% of people in Matraville - Chifley. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 3.5% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Matraville - Chifley are English, comprising 18.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.4% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Matraville - Chifley (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 1.1% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
34.8% of the Matraville - Chifley SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
29.0% of the population in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
3.1% of the Matraville - Chifley SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
86.0% of the Matraville - Chifley SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Matraville - Chifley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 50.5% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $475 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 65th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 32.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 94th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Matraville - Chifley SA2, 33.0% of homes are owned outright, 32.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 34.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 50.5% of dwellings in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 are houses.
In the Matraville - Chifley SA2, 20.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 29.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 stands at 33.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is $1,688, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Matraville - Chifley SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 32.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 32.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 consists of 50.5% detached houses, 29.3% semi-detached dwellings, 20.1% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Matraville - Chifley consumes approximately 18.3% of median household income ($9,232 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Matraville - Chifley show attached dwellings contributing 78% of approvals compared to 50% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 22% of applications versus 50% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Matraville - Chifley is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Matraville - Chifley's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 59th 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 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Around 58.7% of people in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Matraville - Chifley SA2, 5.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Matraville - Chifley SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Matraville - Chifley SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Matraville - Chifley SA2, 58.7% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 81st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 108 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,020 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 132 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 31 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 39.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 108 public transport stops within the Matraville - Chifley SA2.
The Matraville - Chifley SA2 has 4,020 weekly trips across 31 routes, averaging 574 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 151 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 215 m away and the nearest school 397 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 108 stops nearby, 4,020 weekly trips, access rating 81 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 85 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 85th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 215 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 397 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 532 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 544 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 706 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 752 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 861 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 879 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.2 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 16 long day care centres with 669 places in Matraville - Chifley, about 1.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Matraville - Chifley when compared nationally.
Matraville - Chifley has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 39% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Matraville - Chifley's resilient property market has recorded 166 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Matraville - Chifley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Matraville - Chifley's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 69% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Matraville - Chifley shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Educational attainment in Matraville - Chifley sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Matraville - Chifley features high concentrations of couples with children and single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Matraville - Chifley was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Matraville - Chifley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Matraville - Chifley's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Matraville - Chifley has an estimated 14,307 residents, up 6.7% since the 2021 Census, with 120 projects tracked in the area around Matraville - Chifley.
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 Matraville - Chifley.
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 Jul 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 (118021653). 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 (Jul 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 Matraville - Chifley 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 Matraville - Chifley 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.
