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Neutral Bay - Kirribilli has an estimated 18,423 residents, up 7.2% since the 2021 Census, with 24 projects tracked in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Neutral Bay - Kirribilli Statistical Area (Lv2) occupies a prime harbor-side setting positioned 3.0 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD. Defined by picturesque waterfront views, verdant parks, and an appealing architectural blend of historic period residences and contemporary multi-unit complexes, the community sustains an engaging village atmosphere underpinned by thriving cafes, quality retail, and premier schools and recreation. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at approximately 18,423, expanding by 1,240 people (7.2%) beyond the 17,183 residents counted at the 2021 Census. This growth is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 18,384 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside an additional 362 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date.
The residential market exhibits standout school performance levels, low average household sizes, and an above-average renting population accommodated within a predominant apartment fabric.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 16,706 in 2001 and 18,384 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 18,423 (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, 23.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 30.1%.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 97th 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli is $786 a week, up 6.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.9%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Units: $584 in 2017, $770 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 135 High Street, North Sydney NSW 2060 | $3,200,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 10/3 Colindia Avenue, Neutral Bay NSW 2089 | $1,050,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1/48 Shellcove Road, Kurraba Point NSW 2089 | $1,735,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 401/147 Kurraba Road, Kurraba Point NSW 2089 | $6,250,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1/1 Lower Bent Street, Neutral Bay NSW 2089 | $1,700,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 33/21 Elamang Avenue, Kirribilli NSW 2061 | $1,475,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 32/37 Barry Street, Neutral Bay NSW 2089 | $2,350,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 8/49 Carabella Street, Kirribilli NSW 2061 | $900,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 36 Aubin Street, Neutral Bay NSW 2089 | $7,000,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 104 Kurraba Road, Neutral Bay NSW 2089 | $5,200,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 29 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,536,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $786 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $3.50m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.25m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,536,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 29 Jul 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,026 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +0.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $770 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, North Sydney - Mosman | $848 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, North Sydney - Mosman, over 12 months | +5.5% | 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 | |
| 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 258 tracked applications: 65 approved, 50 under assessment, 143 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 24 projects in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli (3 under construction) and 196 more in the surrounding area.
A $191 million mixed-use State Significant Development (SSD) by Fabcot Pty Ltd (Woolworths Group), designed by Koichi Takada Architects.
Coles Group Property Development and Titanium Property Investment are pursuing a mixed-use redevelopment of the Grosvenor Street Coles site…
Boutique development of 20 luxury three-bedroom residences with expansive harbour and city skyline views, designed by MHNDU with interiors…
A luxury boutique development by Abadeen Group comprising 18 oversized 2 and 3 bedroom residences, including penthouses with private…
Nestled on a secluded shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Palmaria is a unique ensemble of six exquisite boutique 3-bedroom residences, including…
Comprehensive refurbishment and extension of the heritage-listed Glenferrie Lodge by WINIM Developments.
Proposed six storey mixed use redevelopment of the amalgamated corner site at Military Road and Wycombe Road comprising 21 shop top…
Waruda Kirribilli is an ultra-luxury boutique residential development comprising seven whole-floor, three-bedroom waterfront residences…
Kirribilli Harbour is a boutique luxury harbourfront residential development comprising nine high-end two- and three-bedroom apartments…
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a six-storey residential flat building comprising 23 apartments over two levels of…
Boutique residential development by MADE Property proposing the demolition of existing residential buildings and construction of a…
Boutique luxury residential development comprising 9 apartments with adaptive reuse of a circa-1905 heritage building and a contemporary…
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Estimated completion year of the 98 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 6, 2026 34, 2027 24, 2028 18, 2029 8, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 66 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 258 substantial development applications lodged in and around Neutral Bay - Kirribilli over the past 5 years, 113 in the last 12 months; 50 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 12, 2022 43, 2023 42, 2024 25, 2025 32, 2026 (to Oct) 104.
Key application 1-7 Rangers Road, Neutral Bay Retail | $169m | 70 dwellings Withdrawn/Lapsed
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 258 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 113 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 34 | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 65 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 50 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 include: Woolworths Neutral Bay Mixed-Use Development (Approved); Neutral Bay Town Centre Plaza (Planning); Wirra Neutral Bay (Construction); The Villas Neutral Bay (Construction); and Palmaria (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 area has seen 50 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2's current population of 18,423 has been supported by 34 approvals on average over recent years.
The Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 has seen 1.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 1354 people in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 34, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 has grown by approximately 374 people, while 168 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,423 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 8,330 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,183 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,240 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.21 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 was estimated to be approximately 18,423 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 18,384 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The neutral bay - kirribilli sa2 has added approximately 1,240 people and shown a 7.22% increase from the 17,183 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is estimated at 8,336 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (90.0%), Natural increase (10.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 90.0% of overall population gains.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli'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 | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 60.6% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 23.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Neutral Bay - Kirribilli is 3 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 23.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.6% vs 2.1%) and 25-34 year-olds (23.5% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (5.8% vs 11.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 10.0% of the population in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.7% of the population in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 8% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $84,704 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $144,305 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,364 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,551 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,684 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is approximately $90,108. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $84,704.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is approximately $153,512. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $144,305.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is approximately $90,108 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,704 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is approximately $153,512 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $144,305 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2's households (~30.1% / 2,504 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 30.1% 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is $2,364/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is $3,684/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is $1,551/wk.
The Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $84,704 and an average of $144,305 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $90,108 (median) and $153,512 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is $8,374 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The neutral bay - kirribilli sa2's disposable income is $8,374 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Neutral Bay - Kirribilli ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,688 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,478 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 12,081 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 has approximately 11,688 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 stands at 3.3%, which is 0.9 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (22.4% of employment), finance & insurance (13.7%), and health care & social assistance (11.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is 72.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The neutral bay - kirribilli sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 22.4% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The neutral bay - kirribilli sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 39.7% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 62.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 18.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 23.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
62.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
18.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The neutral bay - kirribilli sa2 ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (39.7%), Postgraduate (18.6%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
23.9% of the population in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 5.8% in primary school, 4.2% in secondary school, 8.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is 1198, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,169 students.
The neutral bay - kirribilli sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 43.7% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 8,319 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,919 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 50.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 had 8,319 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.2% to an estimated 8,919 households today.
The average household size in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 50.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (43.7%), group households (5.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,226 family households, couples with children account for 15.3% of all households, couples without children at home 28.5%, and single parent families 5.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 43.7% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 50.8% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 35.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 46.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 43.7% of all households in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, higher than 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 5.6% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 39.6% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 21.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.4% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 21.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.6% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli, at 44.7% of people, although more residents (48.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.1% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli are English, comprising 26.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 17.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Neutral Bay - Kirribilli (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%) and Spanish at 0.8% (vs 0.6%).
39.6% of the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
21.0% of the population in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.3% of the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
79.9% of the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 56.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 81.6% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,990 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $541 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, 25.3% of homes are owned outright, 18.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 56.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 8.7% of dwellings in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 are houses.
In the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, 81.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 stands at 25.3%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is $2,990, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is $1,870, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 29.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 29.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.9% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 consists of 8.7% detached houses, 9.5% semi-detached dwellings, 81.6% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli consumes approximately 18.3% of median household income ($10,236 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli show attached dwellings contributing 100% of approvals compared to 91% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 0% of applications versus 9% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Neutral Bay - Kirribilli is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 81.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 98th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
Around 81.9% of people in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, 3.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.5% of the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2, 81.9% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 97 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 97th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 85 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 11,162 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 217 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 84 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 66.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 85 public transport stops within the Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2.
The Neutral Bay - Kirribilli SA2 has 11,162 weekly trips across 84 routes, averaging 1,594 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 124 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 337 m away and the nearest school 403 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 85 stops nearby, 11,162 weekly trips, access rating 97 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 81st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 337 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 378 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 403 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 481 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 492 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 497 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 581 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 771 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 796 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.2 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 180 places in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli, about 4.3 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli ranks in the 42nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli's established property market has recorded 492 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 96% residential and 4% commercial transactions.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 8% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Neutral Bay - Kirribilli ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Neutral Bay - Kirribilli has an estimated 18,423 residents, up 7.2% since the 2021 Census, with 24 projects tracked in Neutral Bay - Kirribilli.
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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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).
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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 (121041416). 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 (Sep 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli 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 Neutral Bay - Kirribilli 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.