Miranda - Yowie Bay

Population growth drivers in Miranda - Yowie Bay are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Miranda - Yowie Bay's population was around 20,705 people as of May 2021. By May 2026, the population had increased to approximately 22,886 people, a rise of 2,181 individuals (10.5%) since the 2021 Census. This growth is inferred from an estimated resident population of 22,804 in June 2025 and an additional 445 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio was 3,814 persons per square kilometer, placing Miranda - Yowie Bay in the upper quartile compared to other national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth of 10.5% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (5.0%) and the SA3 area, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 52.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all migration drivers being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Projecting forward, Miranda - Yowie Bay is expected to have an above median population growth, with a projected increase of 4,127 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 17.7% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Miranda - Yowie Bay among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Miranda - Yowie Bay has seen approximately 132 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 660 homes were approved, with an additional 145 approved in FY-26 as of now. On average, about four people have moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during these years.

This high demand has outpaced supply, potentially putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $361,000. In FY-26, $94.4 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating significant local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Miranda - Yowie Bay has similar development levels per person, maintaining market equilibrium with surrounding areas. The new building activity shows a shift towards compact living, with 14.0% detached houses and 86.0% medium and high-density housing.

This trend offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a notable change from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 46.0% houses. This shift may indicate decreasing availability of developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 272 people per dwelling approval, Miranda - Yowie Bay shows a developing market. Population forecasts suggest that Miranda - Yowie Bay will gain approximately 4,045 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, although buyers may experience increased competition as the population grows.

Miranda - Yowie Bay has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified 38 potential impact projects. Key initiatives include Salvation Army Miranda Redevelopment, Southgate Shopping Centre Expansion, StorHub Miranda Self Storage, and 34-38 Pinnacle Street Mixed Development. Relevant projects are listed below.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Miranda - Yowie Bay ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Miranda - Yowie Bay has a well-educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 3.4% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.2%.

In December 2025, there were 12,298 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation was recorded at 66.5%, slightly below Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, 39.9% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Construction showed particularly strong specialization with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services had lower representation at 9.3% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 1.2%, labour force grew by 0.8%, resulting in a unemployment rate decrease of 0.3 percentage points. Greater Sydney recorded higher employment growth at 2.2% and marginal unemployment increase. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Miranda - Yowie Bay's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Miranda - Yowie Bay SA2 has a median income among taxpayers of $65,620 and an average of $85,127. Nationally, these figures are extremely high. In comparison, Greater Sydney's median is $60,817 with an average of $83,030. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Miranda - Yowie Bay would be approximately $72,392 (median) and $93,912 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census 2021 income data, incomes in Miranda - Yowie Bay cluster around the 68th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that the largest segment comprises 31.6% earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (7,231 residents), similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% fall into this bracket. A substantial proportion of high earners, at 30.2%, indicates strong economic capacity in the suburb. High housing costs consume 18.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 62nd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Miranda - Yowie Bay displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Miranda - Yowie Bay's dwelling structure as per the latest Census showed 46.0% houses and 54.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Miranda - Yowie Bay was at 32.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.1% and rented ones at 32.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in the area was $490, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Miranda - Yowie Bay's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents substantially above the national figure of $375.

Miranda - Yowie Bay has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.0% of all households, including 32.4% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.0%, with lone person households at 27.1% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people, smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Miranda - Yowie Bay exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Miranda's Yowie Bay trail shows that 30.7% of residents aged 15 and above have university degrees, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 35.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding them - advanced diplomas account for 12.8% and certificates for 22.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.0% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 4.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Miranda - Yowie Bay has 98 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus routes. These stops are covered by 44 individual routes, providing a total of 6,316 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located just 160 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward daily. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 83%, while trains account for 7% and walking for 6%. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 39.9% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 902 trips per day, equating to roughly 64 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Miranda - Yowie Bay is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Miranda - Yowie Bay shows better-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 62% of Miranda - Yowie Bay's total population (14,097 people) has private health cover, which is higher than the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.2 and 6.4% of residents respectively. 71.0% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Miranda - Yowie Bay has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 20.7% (4,737 people), than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they rank lower nationally than those for the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Miranda - Yowie Bay was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Miranda-Yowie Bay has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 27.4% of its population born overseas and 22.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Miranda-Yowie Bay, making up 60.1% of people, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are English (25.2%), Australian (22.7%), and Other (9.8%).

Notably, Russian (1.0%) is overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.4%, as are Greek (3.1%) and Macedonian (0.7%) residents.

Miranda - Yowie Bay's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Miranda - Yowie Bay has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, Miranda - Yowie Bay has an over-representation of the 85+ cohort (4.2%) and an under-representation of the 25-34 age group (13.9%). Between 2021 and present, the population aged 15 to 24 has increased from 10.8% to 11.8%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 11.7% to 10.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Miranda - Yowie Bay's age profile. The 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 967 people (58%), increasing from 1,656 to 2,624. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 58% of total population growth. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.