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Mittagong has an estimated 11,471 residents, up 4.9% since the 2021 Census, with 123 projects tracked in the area around Mittagong.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 95 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD in the picturesque Southern Highlands of New South Wales, the Mittagong Statistical Area (Lv2) blends rich heritage and scenic rolling landscapes with notable demographic growth. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 11,471, representing an addition of 540 people (4.9%) since the 2021 Census count of 10,931 residents. This updated figure is derived from the Australian Bureau of Statistics Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 11,381 recorded as of June 2025, alongside 422 Validated New Addresses confirmed following the Census. Characterized by an established community profile, Mittagong features a median age of 44, older than the national standard, accompanied by a substantial 65 to 74yo demographic, an elevated 75 to 84yo presence, and a marked proportion 85 and over. Its expansion rate places the region within the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,121 in 2001 and 11,381 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,471 (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, 12.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.3%.
Mittagong ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for population growth and the 87th for employment drivers.
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 Mittagong is $686 a week, up 7.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 18% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.2%.
18% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $511 in 2017, $734 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $326 in 2017, $498 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Queen Street, Mittagong NSW 2575 | $1,050,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Argyle Street, Mittagong NSW 2575 | $4,200,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 21 Robinson Street, Mittagong NSW 2575 | $3,560,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Henrietta Street, Braemar NSW 2575 | $1,005,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 72 Orient Street Willow Vale NSW 2575 | $1,125,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Etheridge Street, Mittagong NSW 2575 | $750,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 207 Oxley Drive, Mittagong NSW 2575 | $1,300,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Duke Street, Bowral NSW 2576 | $2,000,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 78 Railway Terrace Willow Vale NSW 2575 | $1,200,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Victoria Street, Mittagong NSW 2575 | $940,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 10 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $1,137,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $686 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.20m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $709k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,137,500 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 10 Jul 2026 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $734 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Southern Highlands | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Southern Highlands, over 12 months | +8.7% | 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 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 240 tracked applications: 116 approved, 70 under assessment, 54 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 123 projects in and around Mittagong, 44 of them under construction.
Federal government funded restoration of historic Mittagong Playhouse integrating with School of Arts and Old Administration Building to…
The $55 million Bowral and District Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2 refurbishes existing campus infrastructure to consolidate modern…
Construction of an earthen embankment dam wall to form a stormwater detention basin across Mittagong Creek, designed to mitigate local…
Collection of 135 residences on 17 hectare site developed by City Developments Limited (CDL Australia).
Wingecarribee Shire Council is progressing the detailed design of a duplicate trunk water main between the Wingecarribee Water Treatment…
NSW Government $50 million investment in High Potential and Gifted Education Partner School program.
A luxury retirement living community on a 17ha historic site, featuring 135 independent living units, refurbished heritage buildings, and…
DA-approved mixed-use project in Bowral town centre comprising 10 residential apartments, two commercial spaces suitable for…
Council-developed inclusive adventure playground named Murraural Playspace.
Luxury residential project delivering 24 dwellings (12 apartments and 12 townhouses) designed for high-end country living in central Bowral.
Wingecarribee Shire Council's Bowral Golf Course Detention Basin is a proposed flood mitigation project within Bowral Golf Course.
A Council-led master-planned residential community to deliver approximately 2,100 new dwellings, a village centre, and public open space…
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Estimated completion year of the 83 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 2, 2025 7, 2026 16, 2027 21, 2028 14, 2029 5, 2030 9, 2031 0, 2032 6, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 240 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mittagong over the past 5 years, 120 in the last 12 months; 70 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 8, 2022 40, 2023 21, 2024 29, 2025 30, 2026 (to Oct) 112.
Key application Old Hume Highway, Braemar Aged Care | $184m | 238 dwellings Refused
| 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 | 120 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 62 | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 116 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 70 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Mittagong SA2 include: Bowral and District Hospital Redevelopment - Stage 2 (Construction); Retford Farm Stormwater Detention Basin (Construction); Waterbrook Bowral Lifestyle Resort (Construction); Bowral to Moss Vale 700mm Water Main Duplication (Planning); and 35-37 Station Street Mixed-Use Development (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Mittagong SA2 spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Mittagong among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Mittagong SA2 area has seen 107 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Mittagong SA2's current population of 11,471 has been supported by 62 approvals on average over recent years.
The Mittagong SA2 has seen 5.7 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 212 people in the Mittagong SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Mittagong SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 62, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Mittagong SA2 has grown by approximately 816 people, while 311 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.6 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.
Mittagong lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,471 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 156 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,931 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 540 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 73.76 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Mittagong SA2 was estimated to be approximately 11,471 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,381 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The mittagong sa2 has added approximately 540 people and shown a 4.94% increase from the 10,931 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Mittagong SA2 is estimated at 156 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Mittagong SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.5% per annum.
Population growth in the Mittagong SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (47.9%), Interstate migration (44.9%), Natural increase (7.1%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 47.9% of overall population gains.
Mittagong hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 74th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Mittagong SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Mittagong is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Mittagong SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Mittagong SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Mittagong SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.1% of the population in the Mittagong SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.7% of the population in the Mittagong 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) | $58,129 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,798 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,637 | 2021 Census, weekly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $783 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 22.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,118 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 24.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mittagong SA2 is approximately $61,838. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,129.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mittagong SA2 is approximately $81,698. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,798.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mittagong SA2 is approximately $61,838 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,129 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mittagong SA2 is approximately $81,698 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,798 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Mittagong SA2's households (~30.3% / 1,262 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Mittagong SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.3% 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 Mittagong SA2 is $1,637/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Mittagong SA2 is $2,118/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Mittagong SA2 is $783/wk.
The Mittagong SA2's income level is higher than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Mittagong SA2's median income among taxpayers is $58,129 and the average income stands at $76,798, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,838 (median) and $81,698 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Mittagong SA2 is $5,880 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The mittagong sa2's disposable income is $5,880 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Mittagong performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 58.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,445 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,413 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,534 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Mittagong SA2 has approximately 5,445 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.6%. 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 Mittagong SA2 stands at 1.6%, which is 2.5 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 Mittagong SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.8% of employment), construction (11.1%), and education & training (10.7%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Mittagong SA2 has experienced stable employment levels 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 Mittagong SA2 is 58.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The mittagong sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 7.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.1% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The mittagong 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 13.1% growth, ranking 4th out of 37 regions nationally.
Mittagong ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 29.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
29.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Mittagong SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
33.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Mittagong SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The mittagong sa2 ranks in the 57th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Mittagong SA2 are: Certificate (25.2%), Bachelor Degree (19.4%), Advanced Diploma (12.0%).
26.5% of the population in the Mittagong SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 3.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Mittagong SA2 is 1018, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 6 schools within the Mittagong SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,223 students.
The mittagong sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Mittagong features high concentrations of couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,164 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,370 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Mittagong SA2 had 4,164 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.9% to an estimated 4,370 households today.
The average household size in the Mittagong SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.8%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,940 family households, couples with children account for 29.2% of all households, couples without children at home 30.6%, and single parent families 9.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Mittagong SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Mittagong 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 50.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.7% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 26.8% of all households in the Mittagong SA2, similar to 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 2.7% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
In terms of cultural diversity, Mittagong records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.0% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 78.8% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
Mittagong was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 21.2% of its population born overseas and 11.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Mittagong was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.4% of people in Mittagong. 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 Mittagong are English, comprising 30.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Mittagong (vs 0.2% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.9% (vs 8.0%) and French at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
21.2% of the Mittagong SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
11.0% of the population in the Mittagong SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
1.7% of the Mittagong SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
87.0% of the Mittagong SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mittagong 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 | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $435 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Mittagong SA2, 40.6% of homes are owned outright, 33.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 90.2% of dwellings in the Mittagong SA2 are houses.
In the Mittagong SA2, 4.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Mittagong SA2 stands at 40.6%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Mittagong SA2 is $2,167, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Mittagong SA2 is $1,213, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Mittagong SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 30.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Mittagong SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Mittagong SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 30.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 26.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Mittagong SA2 consists of 90.2% detached houses, 4.6% semi-detached dwellings, 4.6% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mittagong consumes approximately 17.1% of median household income ($7,088 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mittagong show attached dwellings contributing 26% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 74% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Mittagong's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 60th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 65.5% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Mittagong SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Mittagong SA2, 6.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the Mittagong SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the Mittagong SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the Mittagong SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Mittagong SA2, 55.4% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 65th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 203 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,433 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 56 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 48 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 24.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 203 public transport stops within the Mittagong SA2.
The Mittagong SA2 has 2,433 weekly trips across 48 routes, averaging 347 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 183 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 821 m away and the nearest GP 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 203 stops nearby, 2,433 weekly trips, access rating 65 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 76 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 76th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 821 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Mittagong among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Mittagong has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Mittagong's sought-after property market has recorded 304 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 84% residential, 11% commercial and 5% vacant land transactions.
Mittagong lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Mittagong hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Mittagong performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Mittagong ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Mittagong features high concentrations of couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
In terms of cultural diversity, Mittagong records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mittagong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Mittagong's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good 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.
Mittagong has an estimated 11,471 residents, up 4.9% since the 2021 Census, with 123 projects tracked in the area around Mittagong.
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 Mittagong.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2025. 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 (114021286). 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 2025) 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 Mittagong 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 Mittagong 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.