Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
ABS ERP | -- people | --
2021 Census | -- people
Sales Activity
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Population
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 is approximately 22,463 as of Nov 2025. This figure indicates an increase of 1,758 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,705. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,406 in June 2024 and an additional 434 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 3,743 persons per square kilometer, placing Miranda - Yowie Bay in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's population growth of 8.5% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (4.1%) and the SA3 area. Interstate migration contributed approximately 49.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.
AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends, an above median population growth is projected for the area, expected to grow by 4,704 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 20.7% in total over the 17 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
Development
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 110 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, about four people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years.
This high demand has outpaced supply, potentially exerting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers. The average construction cost of new properties is around $361,000. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalled $94.4 million, indicating significant local commercial activity. When compared to Greater Sydney, Miranda - Yowie Bay has similar levels of development 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 is 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 reflect changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. With around 272 people per dwelling approval, Miranda - Yowie Bay demonstrates a developing market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is forecasted to gain approximately 4,647 residents by 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with these growth projections, although buyers may face increased competition as the population grows.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Infrastructure
Miranda - Yowie Bay has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally
Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 39 projects that could impact the region. Notable ones include Salvation Army Miranda Redevelopment, Miranda Centre Place Plan and Public Domain Plan, StorHub Miranda Self Storage, and Southgate Shopping Centre Expansion. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Miranda Centre Place Plan and Public Domain Plan
A strategic planning initiative by Sutherland Shire Council to prepare a 'Place Plan' and 'Public Domain Plan' for Miranda Centre. This work will present a future vision for growth, housing opportunities, and infrastructure investments, and will guide future changes to planning controls (LEP/DCP) to enable increased building height and density in designated areas within and around the commercial centre. It also includes plans for improving public spaces like footpaths, street trees, lighting, and open spaces.
Southgate Shopping Centre Expansion
A 28.7 million dollar expansion project involving the demolition of former squash courts at 27-29 Melrose Avenue and construction of a three-level extension to the shopping centre. The development will create new major retailer spaces including a relocated and enlarged Woolworths supermarket with innovative rooftop direct-to-boot service, three new lifts, new loading zones, and expanded car parking facilities. The project aims to meet the growing demands of the Sutherland Shire community through enhanced retail offerings and improved accessibility.
Salvation Army Miranda Redevelopment
16-storey mixed-use development featuring new Salvation Army welfare facilities on ground level and 116 apartments above. Includes affordable housing component and state-of-the-art community centre. Building height increased from 25m to 60m with FSR increased from 2:1 to 5.5:1. Funded by Formus Property while aligning with The Salvation Army's mission and values. Development partner Formus Property supports The Salvation Army's 55+ years of community service in Miranda.
Westfield Miranda Redevelopment
$475 million redevelopment delivered in 2014 for Scentre Group, creating a major expansion with over 100 new specialty stores, a relocated 10-screen Event Cinemas on the rooftop dining level, a fresh food market, upgraded parking and public realm. Since completion, the centre has continued incremental upgrades and tenancy mix changes, including parking entry works in 2024 and ongoing internal fitout/alteration approvals in 2025. Today the destination comprises anchor tenants David Jones, Myer, BIG W, Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, Kmart and around 413 specialty stores.
Gymea Trade Centre Redevelopment (Stages 2 & 3)
Major expansion and refurbishment of Gymea Trade Centre at 136-150 Kingsway, Gymea, including new large format bulky goods retail, upgraded gym, medical centre, childcare facilities and additional parking, led by Charter Hall as stages 2 and 3 of the centre redevelopment. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Live Caringbah
Live Caringbah is an approved mixed-use development in the Caringbah Medical Precinct comprising approximately 240 apartments (1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom) across two eight-storey towers, together with a five-storey medical/health facility. Designed with contemporary coastal-inspired architecture by DKO, the project includes rooftop gardens, study/home office spaces, and high-quality resident amenities. Originally proposed as residential-only, the project was approved on appeal by the Land and Environment Court in April 2024 following initial refusals by the planning panel.
Caringbah Pavilion
A landmark mixed-use lifestyle precinct featuring 188 apartments (including 42 affordable housing units) above a vibrant retail village with a Coles supermarket, Liquorland, and specialty shops. The development comprises two residential towers (10-storey and 6-storey) with resort-style amenities including rooftop gardens, pool, gym, and wellness zones. Designed by CQ Studio, the project delivers 1-4 bedroom residences with premium finishes, engineered timber flooring, and European appliances. Located 200 meters from Caringbah train station, the precinct combines coastal living with urban convenience in the heart of Sutherland Shire.
34-38 Pinnacle Street Mixed Development
Proposed 4-8 storey mixed-use development combining 'new age boarding house' with 70 rooms for 128 lodgers, plus commercial spaces. Innovative housing model targeting workforce accommodation and affordable housing needs.
Employment
AreaSearch assessment positions Miranda - Yowie Bay ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance
Miranda - Yowie Bay has an educated workforce with strong professional services representation. Its unemployment rate is 3.2%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.
Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.3%. As of September 2025, there are 12,327 residents employed, with a local unemployment rate of 3.0%, similar to Greater Sydney's workforce participation rate of 60.0%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction is particularly strong, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.
Conversely, professional & technical services have 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 year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.3%, labour force by 1.6%, reducing unemployment by 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.1% and a slight increase in unemployment. By November 25, NSW employment contracted by 0.03%, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. National forecasts from May-25 project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Miranda - Yowie Bay's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 6.8% in five years and 13.8% in ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Income
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 for financial year 2022, Miranda - Yowie Bay SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $61,579 and an average of $80,587. Nationally, these figures are high, with Greater Sydney having a median of $56,994 and an average of $80,856. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $69,344 (median) and $90,749 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, Miranda - Yowie Bay's household, family, and personal incomes are at the 68th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that the largest segment comprises 31.6% earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (7,098 residents), similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% fall into this bracket. A substantial proportion of high earners (30.2% above $3,000/week) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Housing
Miranda - Yowie Bay displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Miranda - Yowie Bay's dwelling structure in the latest Census showed 46.0% houses and 54.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Sydney metro's 52.4% houses and 47.6% other dwellings. Home ownership was at 32.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.1% and rented at 32.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, below Sydney metro's average of $2,774. Median weekly rent was $490, compared to Sydney metro's $500. Nationally, Miranda - Yowie Bay's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,600 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Household Composition
Miranda - Yowie Bay has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households account for 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 constitute 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, which matches the Greater Sydney average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
Local Schools & Education
The educational profile of Miranda - Yowie Bay exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
Miranda's Yowie Bay trail residents aged 15+ have 30.7% with university degrees, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 35.7%, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (22.9%). Educational participation is high, with 27.6% currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 9.0% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 4.7% in tertiary education.
Educational participation is notably 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.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Miranda - Yowie Bay has 95 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 40 individual routes, facilitating 5,779 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average proximity of 160 meters to the nearest stop.
Service frequency across all routes averages 825 trips per day, equating to approximately 60 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
Health
Miranda - Yowie Bay's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts
Miranda - Yowie Bay residents have a relatively positive health profile. Common health conditions are less prevalent here compared to the general population but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts.
Approximately 60% of the total population (13,432 people) has private health cover, which is lower than Greater Sydney's 65.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.2 and 6.4% of residents respectively. About 71.0% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.3% across Greater Sydney. Around 20.6% of residents are aged 65 and over (4,636 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cultural Diversity
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 had 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 was the predominant religion in Miranda-Yowie Bay, accounting for 60.1% of the population, compared to 61.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups were English (25.2%), Australian (22.7%), and Other (9.8%).
Notably, Russian (1.0%) was overrepresented in Miranda-Yowie Bay compared to the regional average (0.6%), while Greek (3.1%) and Macedonian (0.7%) showed similar representation to the region.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
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 years and Australia's median age of 38 years. The percentage of people aged 85 and above in Miranda-Yowie Bay (4.2%) is notably higher than the Greater Sydney average, while those aged 25 to 34 (13.4%) are under-represented compared to the Greater Sydney figure. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of people aged 15 to 24 has increased from 10.8% to 11.7%, while the percentage of those aged 5 to 14 has decreased from 11.7% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant changes in Miranda-Yowie Bay's age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is expected to grow by 67%, increasing from 1,633 people to 2,730. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above are projected to account for 58% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.