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Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville has an estimated 18,051 residents, up 22.3% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated a convenient 9.0 kilometres south from Sydney CBD in New South Wales, Australia, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a vibrant blend of residential, recreational, and educational amenities. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 18,051, reflecting an increase of 3,289 people (22.3%) from the 14,762 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is underpinned by an estimated resident population (ERP) of 16,683 from the ABS as of June 2025, alongside an additional 1,096 validated new addresses documented since the Census date. Known for its vast green spaces, parklands, and strong community feel centered around local cafes, shopping centres, and restaurants, the area seamlessly unites serene suburban charm with essential urban conveniences.
Market and demographic indicators highlight Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville as a dense and highly active development area with population density and growth drivers tracking well above average.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated a convenient 9.0 kilometres south from Sydney CBD in New South Wales, Australia, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a vibrant blend of residential, recreational, and educational amenities. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at around 18,051, reflecting an increase of 3,289 people (22.3%) from the 14,762 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is underpinned by an estimated resident population (ERP) of 16,683 from the ABS as of June 2025, alongside an additional 1,096 validated new addresses documented since the Census date. Known for its vast green spaces, parklands, and strong community feel centered around local cafes, shopping centres, and restaurants, the area seamlessly unites serene suburban charm with essential urban conveniences.
Market and demographic indicators highlight Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville as a dense and highly active development area with population density and growth drivers tracking well above average.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,861 in 2001 and 16,683 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 18,051 (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, 19%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.5%.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for amenities and the 91st for development activity.
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 Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is $968 a week, up 4.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 23% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.9%.
23% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $968 in 2017, $1,362 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $549 in 2017, $932 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 321/8 Studio Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $830,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 5/35 Brittain Crescent, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $675,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 508/3 Finch Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $1,120,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 134/146 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $916,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 200 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $2,610,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 68 Denison Street, Hillsdale NSW 2036 | $875,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 631/1 Studio Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $888,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 2 Boonah Avenue, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $1,815,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1537/1 Finch Drive, Eastgardens NSW 2036 | $831,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 26 Holloway Street, Pagewood NSW 2035 | $2,150,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 22 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $953,900 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $968 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.30m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $950k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $953,900 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 22 Jun 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,362 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $932 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 5.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Botany | $936 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Botany, over 12 months | +4.1% | 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 215 tracked applications: 143 approved, 29 under assessment, 43 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville (3 under construction) and 110 more in the surrounding area.
Reconstruction of the Heffron Park Central amenities block adjacent to the netball courts in Maroubra, funded by the NSW Government under the Level Playing Field Program in association with Randwick City Council.
Redevelopment of Botany Aquatic Centre into a modern community aquatic and recreation facility. The project includes an outdoor 50 m competition pool with grandstand seating, indoor 25 m lap pool, indoor learn-to-swim pool, adventure waterplay, water slides, splash pad, gym, amenities, kiosk, car park upgrades and landscaping.
Construction of a new scooter track facility at Grace Campbell Reserve providing safe recreational space for young people with modern equipment and safety features. Construction of a small loop scooter path behind the playspace to enhance play value for young children.
A $1 billion urban renewal project transforming the former Eastlakes Shopping Centre into a modern town centre. Stage 1 (The Grand Residences) is complete, featuring 133 luxury apartments and a retail precinct anchored by ALDI and Woolworths Metro.
Mixed-use development comprising 65 apartments over 6-7 levels with 9 commercial tenancies on the ground floor and 3 levels of basement car parking for 136 spaces. The project was approved in December 2018 but remains in pre-construction phase.
An ongoing program by Bayside Council encompassing various local community and infrastructure improvements within the Bayside Council area, which includes Eastgardens. These projects range from redevelopments of aquatic centres and park upgrades to new community and cultural facilities, and road and general infrastructure works.
Randwick Council project to create 30km of safe cycle routes by 2032. Converting Anzac Parade between Moore Park and La Perouse into dedicated cycling corridor with protected bike lanes.
A multi-stage, master-planned community situated near Westfield Eastgardens, featuring thousands of apartments and luxury townhomes. The extensive development includes a dedicated retail precinct, multiple childcare centres, and over 8,000sqm of parklands with recreational facilities like a basketball court and outdoor gym.
Homes NSW and Bridge Housing affordable housing redevelopment replacing 33 existing dwellings with 144 new units in 6 apartment buildings (four 3-storey and two 3-4-storey). The development will feature 94 affordable homes and 50 social housing homes, a communal room, basement car parking, and landscaped open space.
A purpose-built 20-storey student accommodation tower housing 285 beds in studio and shared apartments, featuring communal landscaped courtyard, study areas, common facilities, and lower levels with commercial and retail tenancies catering to UNSW students.
Major subsea cable landing infrastructure for Google's Pacific Connect Initiative, supporting the Tabua and Honomoana transpacific cables connecting Australia to the United States, Fiji, and French Polynesia.
A high-quality mixed-use urban renewal project comprising three towers (9 to 14 storeys) atop a shared podium. The development features 656 student accommodation beds, ground-floor retail, and integrated community facilities.
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Estimated completion year of the 44 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 12, 2027 14, 2028 8, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 32 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 215 substantial development applications lodged in and around Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville over the past 5 years, 95 in the last 12 months; 29 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 24, 2023 11, 2024 49, 2025 34, 2026 (to Oct) 90.
Key application 128 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens Childcare | $156m | 372 dwellings | 20 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 215 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 95 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 24.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 375 | ABS building approvals | 97th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 143 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 29 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 include: Heffron Park Central Amenities Upgrade (Construction); One Global Gallery (formerly Eastlakes Live) (Construction); Botany Aquatic Centre Redevelopment (Construction); Kingsford Green (Dev. Approval); and Iglu Kingsford (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Education & Training, and Residential Development, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 area has seen 964 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2's current population of 18,051 has been supported by 375 approvals on average over recent years.
The Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 has seen 24.7 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 604 people in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 375, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 has grown by approximately 2,546 people, while 1,874 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,051 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +22.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,788 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,762 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 3,289 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.12 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 was estimated to be approximately 18,051 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,683 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The pagewood - hillsdale - daceyville sa2 has added approximately 3,289 people and shown a 22.28% increase from the 14,762 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is estimated at 5,786 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (77.9%), Natural increase (22.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 77.9% of overall population gains.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 31.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 56.5% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 19.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.2% of the population in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $64,391 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $91,813 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,808 | 2021 Census, weekly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $881 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 26.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,269 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is approximately $68,499. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $64,391.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is approximately $97,671. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $91,813.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is approximately $68,499 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,391 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is approximately $97,671 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $91,813 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2's households (~31.5% / 1,789 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.5% 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 Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is $1,808/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is $2,269/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is $881/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $64,391 with the average level standing at $91,813. This is among the highest in Australia and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $68,499 (median) and $97,671 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is $6,044 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The pagewood - hillsdale - daceyville sa2's disposable income is $6,044 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,382 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,488 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,866 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 has approximately 8,382 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.5%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 stands at 5.5%, which is 1.3 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.5% of employment), construction (10.9%), and retail trade (9.8%). Other significant employers include education & training and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville 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 Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is 60.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The pagewood - hillsdale - daceyville sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 10.9% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The pagewood - hillsdale - daceyville sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 36.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
36.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
34.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The pagewood - hillsdale - daceyville sa2 ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (23.7%), Certificate (17.5%), Advanced Diploma (11.3%).
31.5% of the population in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.2% in primary school, 7.3% in secondary school, 8.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is 1071, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,030 students.
The pagewood - hillsdale - daceyville sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville features high concentrations of group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,684 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,950 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 had 5,684 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 22.3% to an estimated 6,950 households today.
The average household size in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.2%), group households (5.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,751 family households, couples with children account for 29.9% of all households, couples without children at home 22.5%, and single parent families 11.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 66.0% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.2% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 28.2% of all households in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.8% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 48.6% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 44.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 55.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 51.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 44.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 48.6% born overseas.
The main religion in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.2% of people in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 3.0% 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 Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville are Other, comprising 20.8% of the population, English, comprising 14.2% of the population, and Australian, comprising 14.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 1.5% of Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville (vs 0.6% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 1.1% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
48.6% of the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
44.6% of the population in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.9% of the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
73.4% of the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville 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 | 52.7% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 62.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $495 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 33.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 95th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, 21.9% of homes are owned outright, 25.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 52.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 24.8% of dwellings in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 are houses.
In the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, 62.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 stands at 21.9%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is $1,790, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 33.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 33.2% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 27.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 consists of 24.8% detached houses, 13.1% semi-detached dwellings, 62.1% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville consumes approximately 22.9% of median household income ($7,829 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville show attached dwellings contributing 98% of approvals compared to 75% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 2% of applications versus 25% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
The level of general health in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 50th 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 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
Around 62.3% of people in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, 5.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.9% of people in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2, 62.3% 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 | 85 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 85th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 66 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 6,777 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 253 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 45 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 35.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 66 public transport stops within the Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2.
The Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville SA2 has 6,777 weekly trips across 45 routes, averaging 968 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 188 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 254 m away and the nearest GP 388 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 66 stops nearby, 6,777 weekly trips, access rating 85 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 95th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 254 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 388 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 394 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 409 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 414 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 452 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 545 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 560 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 668 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 815 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.6 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 6 long day care centres with 394 places in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville, about 2.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville ranks in the 61st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville's resilient property market has recorded 373 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 97% residential and 3% commercial transactions.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville features high concentrations of group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
The level of general health in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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.
Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville has an estimated 18,051 residents, up 22.3% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville.
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 Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 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.
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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 (117011323). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville 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 Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville 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.
