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Narara has an estimated 7,439 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 67 projects tracked in the area around Narara.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Narara Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 53 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch's analysis places its population at around 7,439 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 282 people (3.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 7,157 people. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,425 as of June 2025, together with 49 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area's employment profile features a notable healthcare base, elevated IT & Telco employment, and a pronounced Finance and Insurance presence. Strong mortgage holder representation, an above-average household size and a substantial share of residents aged 5 to 14 also characterise the community.
Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 39, and the area shows moderate population expansion. Narara, in New South Wales, is known for its picturesque and serene setting amid lush surroundings, where residents and visitors can enjoy the peaceful ambience and a wide range of outdoor activities.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Narara Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 53 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch's analysis places its population at around 7,439 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 282 people (3.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 7,157 people. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,425 as of June 2025, together with 49 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area's employment profile features a notable healthcare base, elevated IT & Telco employment, and a pronounced Finance and Insurance presence. Strong mortgage holder representation, an above-average household size and a substantial share of residents aged 5 to 14 also characterise the community.
Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 39, and the area shows moderate population expansion. Narara, in New South Wales, is known for its picturesque and serene setting amid lush surroundings, where residents and visitors can enjoy the peaceful ambience and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,037 in 2001 and 7,425 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,439 (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, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.2%.
Narara ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 63rd for income.
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 Narara is $682 a week, up 9.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 14% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.7%.
14% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $480 in 2017, $726 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $376 in 2017, $646 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Carrington Street, Narara NSW 2250 | $1,450,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 34 Arrawarra Street, Narara NSW 2250 | $980,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Haggerty Close, Narara NSW 2250 | $580,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Mangrove Road, Narara NSW 2250 | $1,090,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Glenwood Road, Narara NSW 2250 | $1,150,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11/66 Reeves Street, Narara NSW 2250 | $725,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 14/14 Balgara Rise, Narara NSW 2250 | $850,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 102 Narara Valley Drive, Narara NSW 2250 | $438,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Coolawin Circle, Narara NSW 2250 | $1,220,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14/7 Lunderston Drive, Narara NSW 2250 | $675,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 2 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $940,000 (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 | $682 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.04m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $733k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $940,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 2 Apr 2026 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $726 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $646 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +11.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Gosford | $677 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gosford, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 47 tracked applications: 16 approved, 12 under assessment, 19 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 67 projects in and around Narara, 10 of them under construction.
Small residential subdivision on Deane Street in Narara providing new house and land lots within walking distance of Narara Valley High School and Narara railway station. Civil works and home construction are progressing with multiple builders marketing packages to first home buyers and local upgraders.
Narara Ecovillage is a 64-hectare community title eco-housing development on the former Gosford horticultural research station. The sustainable community features a solar microgrid and battery, and is planned for ~150 low impact homes with shared facilities, food growing spaces, and integrated energy/water infrastructure. Stage 1 is complete.
Narara Community Centre is an existing council-owned community facility at 2-12 Pandala Road, Narara, operated for community service programs and local activities.
The Wyoming Shopping Village Upgrade involves the extension and refurbishment of the existing neighbourhood shopping centre. The project is anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket and focuses on enhancing the tenancy mix with health, beauty, food, and beverage services.
The North Gosford Mixed-Use Precinct is a multi-building residential, commercial, and healthcare development situated on Dwyer Street and Mann Street near Gosford Hospital. The project delivers 124 residential apartments across 6-8 storeys, specialist medical suites, ground-floor retail, and secure basement car parking.
Development Application DA/1244/2025 lodged with Central Coast Council by Amplitel Pty Ltd for the construction of a new telecommunications facility and mobile base station at 172 Glennie Street, Wyoming.
The 321-331 Mann Street project in Gosford is a multi-storey mixed-use residential apartment and commercial development situated near Gosford Railway Station. The building delivers 80 residential apartments, ground-floor retail and commercial suites, communal rooftop amenities, and basement car parking.
Development proposal for the demolition of existing structures and construction of a multi-room co-living residential development to expand diverse and accessible housing options in North Gosford.
Central Coast Quarter is a landmark mixed-use waterfront precinct transforming the former Gosford Primary School site. Stage 1, known as 'The Waterfront', reached completion in early 2026 and features 134 luxury apartments.
Mixed-use residential development comprising two towers of 12 and 14 storeys above a three-level basement with 125 apartments and ground-floor retail. A seventh modification application revises apartment layouts, communal facilities, facade materials, parking and rooftop open space while retaining the approved overall scale.
Development of a major regional bus depot facility featuring an administration and operational control centre, maintenance workshop bays, refuelling stanchions, automated bus wash, and hardstand parking for up to 96 buses alongside 113 staff and visitor car spaces.
A major NSW Government planning initiative covering 283 hectares across Gosford and West Gosford to update planning controls, enable increased housing density, and support up to 1,900 new homes and public domain upgrades.
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Estimated completion year of the 34 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 12, 2027 10, 2028 6, 2029 1, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 47 substantial development applications lodged in and around Narara over the past 5 years, 45 in the last 12 months; 12 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 44.
Key application 35 Hanlan Street, South Narara Childcare | $1.5m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 47 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 15 | ABS building approvals | 27th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Narara SA2 include: Narara Valley Estate (Construction); Narara Ecovillage (Construction); Narara Community Centre (Planning); North Gosford Mixed-Use Precinct (Approved); and Narara District Master Plan (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Narara SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Narara SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 32nd percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Narara compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Narara SA2 area has seen 32 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Narara SA2's current population of 7,439 has been supported by 15 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Narara SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 15, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Narara SA2 has grown by approximately 283 people, while 73 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Narara 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 | 7,439 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 966 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,157 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 282 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Narara SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,439 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,425 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The narara sa2 has added approximately 282 people and shown a 3.94% increase from the 7,157 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Narara SA2 is estimated at 966 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Narara SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.9% per annum.
Population growth in the Narara SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (57.0%), Natural increase (43.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 57.0% of overall population gains.
Narara's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.6% | 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 | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Narara SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Narara is 2 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Narara SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Narara SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Narara SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.3% of the population in the Narara SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.2% of the population in the Narara SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,752 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,922 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,950 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $814 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,185 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Narara SA2 is approximately $64,628. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,752.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Narara SA2 is approximately $80,766. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,922.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Narara SA2 is approximately $64,628 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,752 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Narara SA2 is approximately $80,766 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,922 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Narara SA2's households (~36.2% / 909 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Narara SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Narara SA2 is $1,950/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Narara SA2 is $2,185/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Narara SA2 is $814/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Narara SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $60,752 with the average level standing at $75,922. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,628 (median) and $80,766 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Narara SA2 is $7,140 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The narara sa2's disposable income is $7,140 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Narara demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,018 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,836 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,147 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Narara SA2 has approximately 4,018 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. 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 Narara SA2 stands at 3.1%, which is 1.0 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Narara SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.6% of employment), retail trade (10.9%), and construction (9.5%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Narara SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Narara SA2 is 69.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The narara sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 20.6% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The narara 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 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Narara sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 25.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
25.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Narara SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
36.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Narara SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The narara sa2 ranks in the 51th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Narara SA2 are: Certificate (27.2%), Bachelor Degree (17.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
28.9% of the population in the Narara SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, 4.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Narara SA2 is 1014, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the Narara SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,478 students.
The narara sa2 includes 1 secondary school, 3 combined schools.
Narara features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 38.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.5% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,509 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,608 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Narara SA2 had 2,509 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.9% to an estimated 2,608 households today.
The average household size in the Narara SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 78.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.1%), group households (2.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,962 family households, couples with children account for 38.0% of all households, couples without children at home 26.4%, and single parent families 13.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Narara SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 78.2% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Narara SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 19.1% of all households in the Narara SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.6% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Narara 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 | 19.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 88.4% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 80.1% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
Narara was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 80.1% of its population born in Australia, 91.6% being citizens, and 88.4% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Narara was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.6% of people in Narara. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Narara are English, comprising 29.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 28.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 8.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of Narara (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.6%) and Maltese at 0.6% (vs 1.0%).
19.9% of the Narara SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
11.6% of the population in the Narara SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
3.1% of the Narara SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
91.6% of the Narara SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Narara 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 | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.7% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,993 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 60th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Narara SA2, 32.6% of homes are owned outright, 47.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.7% of dwellings in the Narara SA2 are houses.
In the Narara SA2, 0.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Narara SA2 stands at 32.6%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Narara SA2 is $1,993, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Narara SA2 is $1,310, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Narara SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Narara SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Narara SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Narara SA2 consists of 88.7% detached houses, 10.7% semi-detached dwellings, 0.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Narara consumes approximately 15.5% of median household income ($8,444 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Narara show attached dwellings contributing 19% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 81% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Narara: private health cover 55.4%, no long-term health condition 66.5%.
| 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 | 66.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Narara SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Narara SA2, 6.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
9.3% of people in the Narara SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the Narara SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the Narara SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Narara SA2, 55.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is 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 | 57 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 57th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 61 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,401 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 122 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 63 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 31.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 61 public transport stops within the Narara SA2.
The Narara SA2 has 1,401 weekly trips across 63 routes, averaging 200 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 224 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 528 m away and the nearest school 609 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 61 stops nearby, 1,401 weekly trips, access rating 57 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 38th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 528 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 609 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.6 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 3 long day care centres with 147 places in Narara, about 2.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Narara compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Narara has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 32nd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Narara's resilient property market has recorded 128 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% vacant land transactions.
Narara has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Narara's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Narara demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
Educational attainment in Narara sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Narara features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
In terms of cultural diversity, Narara records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Narara is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Narara: private health cover 55.4%, no long-term health condition 66.5%.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Narara has an estimated 7,439 residents, up 3.9% since the 2021 Census, with 67 projects tracked in the area around Narara.
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 Narara.
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 Aug 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 (102011035). 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 (Aug 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 Narara 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 Narara 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.
