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Oatley - Hurstville Grove has an estimated 13,002 residents, up 3.2% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Oatley - Hurstville Grove.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 17 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove Statistical Area (Lv2) is a peaceful and scenic residential community distinguished by verdant parks, leafy streets, picturesque waterfronts, and nature reserves. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 13,002, reflecting an addition of 408 people (3.2%) since the 2021 Census reported 12,594 residents. This current figure draws upon an estimated resident population (ERP) of 12,985 established by the ABS as of June 2025, alongside 143 validated new addresses registered since the census date. The community is characterised by a slightly older demographic profile with a median age of 43, structured primarily around family households and couples with children, supported by family-friendly amenities, local schools, shops, and recreational facilities.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 17 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove Statistical Area (Lv2) is a peaceful and scenic residential community distinguished by verdant parks, leafy streets, picturesque waterfronts, and nature reserves. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 13,002, reflecting an addition of 408 people (3.2%) since the 2021 Census reported 12,594 residents. This current figure draws upon an estimated resident population (ERP) of 12,985 established by the ABS as of June 2025, alongside 143 validated new addresses registered since the census date. The community is characterised by a slightly older demographic profile with a median age of 43, structured primarily around family households and couples with children, supported by family-friendly amenities, local schools, shops, and recreational facilities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 11,944 in 2001 and 12,985 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,002 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.9%.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 86th for health.
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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove is $764 a week, up 4.4% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.0%.
3% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $691 in 2017, $972 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $508 in 2017, $720 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Mountbatten Street, Oatley NSW 2223 | $2,300,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 79 Laycock Road, Penshurst NSW 2222 | $1,650,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 27 Kuroki Street, Penshurst NSW 2222 | $2,671,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 131 Hillcrest Avenue, Hurstville Grove NSW 2220 | $1,625,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Waitara Parade, Hurstville Grove NSW 2220 | $2,985,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Pacific Avenue, Penshurst NSW 2222 | $2,000,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Penshurst Avenue, Penshurst NSW 2222 | $1,850,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 33 Godfrey Street, Penshurst NSW 2222 | $1,840,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7/34 Letitia Street, Oatley NSW 2223 | $965,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 44 Godfrey Street, Penshurst NSW 2222 | $1,700,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 15 May 2026 (the latest settled 23 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $1,820,000 (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 | $764 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.21m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.01m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,820,000 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 15 May 2026 to 23 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $972 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Hurstville | $734 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hurstville, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner South West | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner South West, over 12 months | +3.4% | 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 131 tracked applications: 65 approved, 15 under assessment, 51 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Oatley - Hurstville Grove and 94 more in the surrounding area.
Rebuild of the 50-metre elevated wooden boardwalk connecting the east and west sections of Morshead Drive, providing pedestrian access to Moore Reserve and Oatley Boat Ramp. The boardwalk is part of a larger walking trail linking the Neverfail Bay foreshore with Poulton Park mangroves.
Georges Estate is a luxury 111-bed residential aged care facility providing high-level clinical care, including a specialist 18-bed secure memory support unit for dementia patients.
Known as the Landmark Square Precinct, this urban renewal project involves the rezoning and redevelopment of a prominent site into a high-density mixed-use hub.
Approved commercial building development at 282 Forest Road, Hurstville. No reliable evidence was found that the project has commenced construction or reached completion. The site forms part of the ongoing commercial renewal of the Forest Road corridor within the Hurstville strategic centre.
Boutique residential development comprising 57 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments across a multi-storey building designed by stu+FF studio. The project features landscaped communal open space, basement parking, and contemporary finishes in South Hurstville. Planning approval was granted under DA2021/0456 by Georges River Council.
Transformation of the former Oatley Bowling Club site into a community recreation park. Following adoption of the Plan of Management in July 2021, the site underwent extensive remediation works.
Mixed-use development proposal featuring residential apartments above ground-floor retail and commercial space at 70-76 Pitt Street, Mortdale. The project is designed to enhance the local shopping strip while providing quality housing options. It incorporates sustainable design elements and community spaces.
DA-approved 6-18 storey mixed-use development comprising 349 apartments, 4,620sqm of commercial space, and 453 basement car spaces across 36,669sqm GFA. Currently offered for sale.
Horizon Hurstville is the final building in the Beyond masterplanned precinct at Kempt Field, delivering 179 one, two and three bedroom apartments above a mixed-use residential and retail setting.
Six-storey mixed-use development (shop-top housing) with ground floor commercial space and basement parking, approved in August 2018 (DA2018/0547) to replace two houses. Listed as 40 residences and 85 car spaces, about 150 metres from Mortdale Station. Listing data indicates construction is complete.
Proposed State Significant Development known as Mortdale Gardens, involving the renewal of the ageing Mortdale RSL building. The mixed-use precinct will deliver around 230 apartments across buildings ranging from 8 to 20 storeys, a new community club, a supermarket, retail shops, cafes, medical services, and basement parking for approximately 450 vehicles.
Upgrade of an approximately 800-metre deteriorating asphalt pathway and shared cycleway connecting Oatley and Como via the heritage-listed Old Como Railway Bridge. Georges River Council received $280,000 from the NSW Government's Get NSW Active program for investigation and detailed design work, which is expected to be completed by mid-2025.
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Estimated completion year of the 46 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 10, 2027 14, 2028 8, 2029 4, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 12 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 131 substantial development applications lodged in and around Oatley - Hurstville Grove over the past 5 years, 112 in the last 12 months; 15 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 8, 2023 4, 2024 5, 2025 0, 2026 (to Nov) 112.
Key application 95 Railway Parade, Mortdale Multi-Resi | $10m | 28 dwellings | 7 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 131 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 112 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 51 | ABS building approvals | 60th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 65 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 include: Morshead Drive Boardwalk (Oatley Bay Memorial Boardwalk) (Planning); Landmark Square Precinct (53-75 Forest Road) (Dev. Approval); Mortdale Gardens Proposal (Planning); 9 Gloucester Road Mixed-Use Development (Approved); and 70-76 Pitt Street Mortdale (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
The Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 ranks in the top 20% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Oatley - Hurstville Grove compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 area has seen 70 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2's current population of 13,002 has been supported by 51 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 51, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 has grown by approximately 107 people, while 256 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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 | 13,002 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,986 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,594 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 408 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.2% | 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 | 4.35 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,002 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,985 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The oatley - hurstville grove sa2 has added approximately 408 people and shown a 3.24% increase from the 12,594 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is estimated at 2,989 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (91.8%), Natural increase (8.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 91.8% of overall population gains.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.5% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Oatley - Hurstville Grove is 6 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 11.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 65-74 year-olds (11.5% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.1% of the population in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.2% of the population in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,482 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $80,970 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,438 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $974 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,798 | 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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is approximately $64,341. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,482.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is approximately $86,136. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $80,970.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is approximately $64,341 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,482 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is approximately $86,136 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $80,970 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2's households (~28.9% / 1,241 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.9% 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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is $2,438/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is $2,798/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is $974/wk.
The Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $60,482 and an average of $80,970 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very 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 $64,341 (median) and $86,136 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is $9,114 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The oatley - hurstville grove sa2's disposable income is $9,114 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Oatley - Hurstville Grove places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,919 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,987 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,054 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 has approximately 7,919 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 stands at 1.7%, which is 2.5 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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.8% of employment), professional & technical (13.4%), and education & training (11.2%). Other significant employers include finance & insurance and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is 73.4%, 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 oatley - hurstville grove sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 11.2% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The oatley - hurstville grove 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 saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Oatley - Hurstville Grove ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 42.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
42.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
31.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The oatley - hurstville grove sa2 ranks in the 71th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (28.2%), Certificate (15.4%), Postgraduate (11.2%).
29.0% of the population in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.1% in primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, 7.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is 1065, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 6 schools within the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,745 students.
The oatley - hurstville grove sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove features high concentrations of couples with children 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 | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 44.0% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,298 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,437 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 had 4,298 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.2% to an estimated 4,437 households today.
The average household size in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.0%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,434 family households, couples with children account for 44.0% of all households, couples without children at home 25.6%, and single parent families 9.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.9% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.0% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 56.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.4% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 18.0% of all households in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, notably lower 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 2.0% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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 | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 37.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 62.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Oatley - Hurstville Grove scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 32.8% of its population born overseas and 37.6% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Oatley - Hurstville Grove was found to be Christianity, which makes up 60.0% of people in Oatley - Hurstville Grove. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Oatley - Hurstville Grove are English, comprising 18.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.2% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 15.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 2.9% of Oatley - Hurstville Grove (vs 0.7% across Greater Sydney), Greek at 5.9% (vs 1.9%) and Macedonian at 2.2% (vs 0.4%).
32.8% of the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
37.6% of the population in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.5% of the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
87.8% of the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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 | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 45.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 75.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, 45.5% of homes are owned outright, 33.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 75.2% of dwellings in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 are houses.
In the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, 16.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 stands at 45.5%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is $1,450, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 consists of 75.2% detached houses, 8.4% semi-detached dwellings, 16.2% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Oatley - Hurstville Grove consumes approximately 13.7% of median household income ($10,557 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Oatley - Hurstville Grove show attached dwellings contributing 41% of approvals compared to 25% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 59% of applications versus 75% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove'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 | 57.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 71st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
Around 57.8% of people in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, 4.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.5% of people in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.5% of the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2, 57.8% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 69 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 69th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 64 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,918 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 203 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 56.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 64 public transport stops within the Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2.
The Oatley - Hurstville Grove SA2 has 2,918 weekly trips across 13 routes, averaging 416 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 185 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 371 m away and the nearest school 435 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 64 stops nearby, 2,918 weekly trips, access rating 69 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 67th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 371 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 435 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 598 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 620 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 632 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 746 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 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 4 long day care centres with 225 places in Oatley - Hurstville Grove, about 2.5 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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove's established property market has recorded 143 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Oatley - Hurstville Grove places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
The educational profile of Oatley - Hurstville Grove ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove'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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Oatley - Hurstville Grove has an estimated 13,002 residents, up 3.2% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Oatley - Hurstville Grove.
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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove.
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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 Oct 2026. Housing 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.
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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 (119031371). 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 (Oct 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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 Oatley - Hurstville Grove 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.
