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Mount Hutton - Windale has an estimated 9,736 residents, up 2.4% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in Mount Hutton - Windale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 106 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Mount Hutton - Windale Statistical Area (Lv2) is a peaceful New South Wales community recognised for its family-friendly environment, tree-lined streets, well-maintained parks, and picturesque green landscapes. The locality provides a tranquil setting supported by essential neighbourhood amenities, including local shopping centres, educational facilities, and recreational infrastructure that enhance everyday liveability for a welcoming and diverse resident base. According to analysis by AreaSearch, the area's estimated resident population (ERP) reached approximately 9,736 as of Aug 2026. This indicates a steady and moderate pace of expansion from the 9,504 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, with updated ABS population estimates and validated new addresses demonstrating no major demographic disruptions.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 106 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the Mount Hutton - Windale Statistical Area (Lv2) is a peaceful New South Wales community recognised for its family-friendly environment, tree-lined streets, well-maintained parks, and picturesque green landscapes. The locality provides a tranquil setting supported by essential neighbourhood amenities, including local shopping centres, educational facilities, and recreational infrastructure that enhance everyday liveability for a welcoming and diverse resident base. According to analysis by AreaSearch, the area's estimated resident population (ERP) reached approximately 9,736 as of Aug 2026. This indicates a steady and moderate pace of expansion from the 9,504 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, with updated ABS population estimates and validated new addresses demonstrating no major demographic disruptions.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,605 in 2001 and 9,686 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,736 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 15%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.2%.
Mount Hutton - Windale ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for amenities and the 58th 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 Mount Hutton - Windale is $554 a week, up 14.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 4% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.4%.
4% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $316 in 2017, $582 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $276 in 2017, $462 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/4 Crawford Lane, Mount Hutton NSW 2290 | $669,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 12 Manfred Avenue, Windale NSW 2306 | $258,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 69 Ringal Crescent Jewells NSW 2280 | $1,000,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Blue Gum Court, Mount Hutton NSW 2290 | $820,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Merrivale Road, Mount Hutton NSW 2290 | $880,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Evita Place, Mount Hutton NSW 2290 | $1,480,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17/20 Cowmeadow Road, Mount Hutton NSW 2290 | $665,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 55 Kestrel Avenue, Mount Hutton NSW 2290 | $700,000 | 8 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 39 Ringal Crescent Jewells NSW 2280 | $1,045,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Belar Avenue, Windale NSW 2306 | $732,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 29 May 2026 (the latest settled 25 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $850,000 (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 | $554 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +14.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $880k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $710k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $850,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 29 May 2026 to 25 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $582 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $462 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +10.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - East | $682 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - East, over 12 months | +8.4% | 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 83 tracked applications: 37 approved, 22 under assessment, 24 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 15 projects in Mount Hutton - Windale (2 under construction) and 80 more in the surrounding area.
A complex of 16 completely free-standing, architecturally designed townhouses currently under construction in an elevated location, featuring spacious layouts, fully ducted air-conditioning, Artusi appliances, and private outdoor spaces. Stage 1 is set for completion in Quarter 1 of 2026.
Tingira Hills Care Community (formerly Opal Hillside) is a major residential aged care facility in the Lake Macquarie region offering up to 128 beds across single en-suite and companion rooms. It provides permanent, respite, dementia, and palliative care.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion is a redevelopment of the Ramsay Health Care hospital at Gateshead, estimated at $131 million. The approved nine-storey extension (SSD-38025700) adds inpatient beds, new operating theatres, an expanded emergency department, a new main entrance on Casey Street, consulting suites, and radiology and oncology services.
A sub-regional shopping centre located in Mount Hutton, 14km from Newcastle's CBD. The project, originally a $60 million redevelopment completed in 2019 by Charter Hall, consolidated Lake Macquarie Fair and Mount Hutton Plaza into a single, modern retail destination with approximately 24,000 m2 of prime retail space.
Exclusive new development of architecturally designed townhouses (7 units in total, including 2, 3, and 4-bedroom layouts) with premium fixtures, designer kitchens, and open-plan living, crafted by Jade Building & Constructions. Construction is nearing completion, with an estimated finish date of mid to late 2025.
Social and affordable housing project by Westbury Constructions in Gateshead.
New community hub and contemporary library delivering flexible social spaces, a community hall, meeting rooms (including a recording studio), coworking and maker facilities. Conceived as a community living room to support learning, creativity and connection in Windale. Officially opened 24 August 2024.
A $300 million landmark seniors living and aged care development on the former TAFE campus at Tiral Street, Charlestown. Stage 1 delivers a 120-bed residential aged care home and 96 independent living units (ILUs). Stage 2 adds 107 ILUs and 133 residential apartments across four buildings ranging from 5 to 14 storeys.
LAHC dual-occupancy project delivering 2 x 4-bedroom dwellings with attached single garages, landscaping, fencing and an easement to drain water over Lot 498 DP224374. Determined under SEPP (Housing) 2021 as development without consent (Part 5).
A boutique residential subdivision of approximately 1.25 hectares into 13 low-density lots in a quiet cul-de-sac in Eleebana, with part of the site designated for environmental conservation. The project includes demolition of existing dwelling and offers family-friendly access to schools, recreation, and Lake Macquarie foreshore.
Masterplanned residential estate comprising approximately 60 architecturally designed homes in Mount Hutton. Developed by the Cerretti Group with the majority of homes constructed by WR Building & Property, the project supported Lake Macquarie Council's infill housing strategy.
Conversion of a long-vacant former Anglicare aged care site into 20 fully refurbished studio units, providing safe, supported, transitional accommodation for women over 55 experiencing homelessness or escaping domestic and family violence. The project is a 'meanwhile use' initiative, expected to operate for a five-year term.
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Estimated completion year of the 43 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2021 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 6, 2026 6, 2027 17, 2028 7, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 2. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 83 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mount Hutton - Windale over the past 5 years, 55 in the last 12 months; 22 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 12, 2023 6, 2024 3, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 55.
Key application 72 Wilsons Road, Mount Hutton Aged Care | $37m | 72 dwellings | 3 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 83 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 31 | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 37 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 include: The Summit (Construction); Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion (Construction); Mount Hutton Precinct Area Plan (Approved); 41 Wilsons Road Townhouses (Construction); and Windale Hub, bilyabayi (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Health & Medical, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Mount Hutton - Windale compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 area has seen 57 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Mount Hutton - Windale SA2's current population of 9,736 has been supported by 31 approvals on average over recent years.
The Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 has seen 3.2 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 348 people in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 31, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 has grown by approximately 202 people, while 155 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.3 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.
Mount Hutton - Windale has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,736 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,554 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | 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 | 9,504 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 232 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.27 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,736 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,686 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The mount hutton - windale sa2 has added approximately 232 people and shown a 2.44% increase from the 9,504 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is estimated at 1,553 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (56.5%), Overseas migration (43.5%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 56.5% of overall population gains.
Mount Hutton - Windale's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.2% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | 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 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.1% | 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 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Mount Hutton - Windale is 3 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 15.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.8% of the population in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.4% of the population in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,416 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,365 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,221 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $617 | 2021 Census, weekly | 13th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,622 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 34.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is approximately $60,015. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,416.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is approximately $72,727. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,365.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is approximately $60,015 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,416 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is approximately $72,727 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,365 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2's households (~28.2% / 1,033 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.2% 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 Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is $1,221/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is $1,622/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is $617/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $56,416 while the average income stands at $68,365. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,015 (median) and $72,727 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is $4,267 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The mount hutton - windale sa2's disposable income is $4,267 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Mount Hutton - Windale face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 5% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 10.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 55.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,857 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,469 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,329 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 has approximately 3,857 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 10.9%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 stands at 10.9%, which is 6.8 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (21.7% of employment), construction (11.1%), and retail trade (10.8%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is 55.3%, 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%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The mount hutton - windale sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 21.7% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The mount hutton - windale 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 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Mount Hutton - Windale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
14.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
45.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The mount hutton - windale sa2 ranks in the 8th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 are: Certificate (30.3%), Bachelor Degree (10.5%), Advanced Diploma (9.6%).
28.6% of the population in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 7.6% in secondary school, 3.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is 868, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 450 students.
The mount hutton - windale sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Mount Hutton - Windale features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,662 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,751 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 had 3,662 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.4% to an estimated 3,751 households today.
The average household size in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.8%), group households (3.1%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,417 family households, couples with children account for 22.5% of all households, couples without children at home 23.2%, and single parent families 18.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 35.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 40.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 30.8% of all households in the Mount Hutton - Windale 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 3.1% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Mount Hutton - Windale is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.6% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
Mount Hutton - Windale was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 90.8% of its population being citizens, 90.6% born in Australia, and 94.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Mount Hutton - Windale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.9% of people in Mount Hutton - Windale. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mount Hutton - Windale are Australian, comprising 33.0% of the population, English, comprising 31.1% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 6.5% of Mount Hutton - Windale (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%) and Macedonian at 0.3% (vs 0.4%).
9.4% of the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
5.2% of the population in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
6.5% of the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
90.8% of the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mount Hutton - Windale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 44.8% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 76.0% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,772 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $255 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 33.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, 25.3% of homes are owned outright, 29.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 44.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 76.0% of dwellings in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 are houses.
In the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, 5.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 18.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 stands at 25.3%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is $1,772, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is $1,024, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 33.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 33.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 20.9% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 consists of 76.0% detached houses, 18.1% semi-detached dwellings, 5.9% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mount Hutton - Windale consumes approximately 19.4% of median household income ($5,287 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mount Hutton - Windale show attached dwellings contributing 55% of approvals compared to 24% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 45% of applications versus 76% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health performance in Mount Hutton - Windale is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 55.0% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 64.0% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
Around 51.7% of people in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, 11.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
10.6% of people in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.8% of people in the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2, 51.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 58th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 98 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 815 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 99 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 19.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 98 public transport stops within the Mount Hutton - Windale SA2.
The Mount Hutton - Windale SA2 has 815 weekly trips across 38 routes, averaging 116 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 157 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 410 m away and the nearest supermarket 650 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 98 stops nearby, 815 weekly trips, access rating 58 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 96th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 410 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 650 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 700 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 701 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 701 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 764 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 931 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 952 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.7 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 8 long day care centres with 496 places in Mount Hutton - Windale, about 1.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Mount Hutton - Windale compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Mount Hutton - Windale ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Mount Hutton - Windale's established property market has recorded 158 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 89% residential, 1% commercial and 9% vacant land transactions.
Mount Hutton - Windale has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Mount Hutton - Windale's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment conditions in Mount Hutton - Windale face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 5% of areas assessed nationally.
Mount Hutton - Windale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Mount Hutton - Windale features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with an average household size in line with Regional NSW.
Mount Hutton - Windale is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Mount Hutton - Windale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
Health performance in Mount Hutton - Windale is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Mount Hutton - Windale has an estimated 9,736 residents, up 2.4% since the 2021 Census, with 15 projects tracked in Mount Hutton - Windale.
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 Mount Hutton - Windale.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 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 (111011210). 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 Mount Hutton - Windale 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 Mount Hutton - Windale 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.
