Area profile · Greater Sydney
Petersham - Stanmore has an estimated 21,357 residents, up 7.3% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Petersham - Stanmore.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Order a reportDraw your own catchment
You are viewing the free Snapshot. Dashboard puts rankings, rents, projects and services on one screen, and Full adds every chapter with charts and maps. Dashboard and Full are included with AreaSearch Operator and Pro, or unlocked by the area's Area Expert. You need to log in to open them.
Located 5.5 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD, the Petersham - Stanmore Statistical Area (Lv2) combines a relaxed village charm with outstanding urban connectivity. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at approximately 21,357, reflecting an increase of 1,459 people (7.3%) above the 19,898 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is informed by the Australian Bureau of Statistics Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figure of 21,224 as of June 2025, alongside 572 validated new addresses identified since the Census date. While broad demographic expansion remains measured, the community is defined by a youthful, highly educated, and affluent demographic, featuring a standout 25 to 34yo demographic and a large working-age cohort concentrated within lone person and group households.
Renowned for its leafy streetscapes, Victorian architecture, and vibrant arts scene, Petersham - Stanmore delivers an engaging lifestyle complete with boutique retail, cafes, dining establishments, and standout school performance levels.
Free with an AreaSearch account. Pro is not needed.Free. Built in your browser.
01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 5.5 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD, the Petersham - Stanmore Statistical Area (Lv2) combines a relaxed village charm with outstanding urban connectivity. As of Aug 2026, the area's population is estimated at approximately 21,357, reflecting an increase of 1,459 people (7.3%) above the 19,898 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is informed by the Australian Bureau of Statistics Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figure of 21,224 as of June 2025, alongside 572 validated new addresses identified since the Census date. While broad demographic expansion remains measured, the community is defined by a youthful, highly educated, and affluent demographic, featuring a standout 25 to 34yo demographic and a large working-age cohort concentrated within lone person and group households.
Renowned for its leafy streetscapes, Victorian architecture, and vibrant arts scene, Petersham - Stanmore delivers an engaging lifestyle complete with boutique retail, cafes, dining establishments, and standout school performance levels.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 18,443 in 2001 and 21,224 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 21,357 (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, 24.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.6%.
Petersham - Stanmore ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for amenities and the 94th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Petersham - Stanmore is $671 a week, up 1.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 15% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.2%.
15% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $768 in 2017, $954 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $477 in 2017, $628 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Wemyss Street Enmore NSW 2042 | $3,050,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 30 Edgeware Road Enmore NSW 2042 | $2,000,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 64 Wardell Road, Petersham NSW 2049 | $1,960,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 9/1 Coronation Avenue, Petersham NSW 2049 | $1,700,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 18 Lincoln Street, Stanmore NSW 2048 | $2,636,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 69 Albany Road, Stanmore NSW 2048 | $2,150,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 38 Percival Road, Stanmore NSW 2048 | $2,670,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Macaulay Road, Stanmore NSW 2048 | $2,180,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 801/2 Regent Street, Petersham NSW 2049 | $1,200,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 9/1 Livingstone Road, Petersham NSW 2049 | $455,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 31 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 2 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,601,633 (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 | $671 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +1.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.15m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $954k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,601,633 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 31 Jul 2026 to 2 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $954 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +2.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| 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 |
See the development applications we track, then draw your own catchment and map retailers, health, schools and more.
Status of the 232 tracked applications: 46 approved, 60 under assessment, 126 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
Add retailers, health, schools and development applications around Petersham - Stanmore, then export the list.
The map builder can plot
AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Petersham - Stanmore and 156 more in the surrounding area.
Approved 5 storey residential flat building containing 36 apartments with basement parking at 29-31 Brighton Street Petersham. The development is designed by Zhinar Architects for Petersham Developments Pty Ltd.
A State-led housing renewal initiative under Stage 2 of the NSW Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, which commenced on 28 February 2025. Stanmore station is one of 171 nominated stations and town centres across Greater Sydney, the Central Coast, Illawarra-Shoalhaven and Hunter regions where new non-discretionary planning controls now apply to residential zones…
The Joinery Annandale is Landcom’s mixed-use redevelopment of the 1.1-hectare former WestConnex dive site at 160-186 Parramatta Road and 79-95 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Annandale.
A $2 billion urban renewal masterplan transforming a former industrial site into a vibrant mixed-use precinct by Coronation Property. The development features approximately 1,000 residences across Build-to-Rent and Build-to-Sell stages, alongside public green spaces including the McPherson Park and Kooka Walk pedestrian boulevard.
Camperdown Modern is a private hospital proposal at 122-130 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Camperdown, in Sydney's Inner West. The state significant development (SSD-59354958) was determined as approved on 7 January 2025 for about 10,300 square metres of day surgery, pathology, radiology and consulting suites, with a public plaza on Mathieson Street.
The most significant transformation of Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in its 140-year history, backed by $940 million from the NSW Government. The project delivers a new 15-storey East Tower, expanded Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, new operating theatres, expanded neonatal, maternity and paediatric units, a new rooftop helipad and a northern…
State government and Inner West Council planning controls now allow low and mid-rise housing of up to 6 storeys within an 800-metre catchment of Petersham Station.
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete.
Ara is a curated collection of 139 limited edition apartments across six low density boutique buildings at 141 Allen Street, Leichhardt. Offers studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses with low strata fees. Developed by Changfa Group with architecture by Group GSA, which refined the approved DA prepared by Candelapas Associates.
A new six-storey mixed-use development comprising ground floor retail and 102 co-living student accommodation studios, with partial demolition and retention of existing building facades. Branded as OTTO Stay Annandale, the project is designed for inner-west Sydney students with access to universities, public transport, and local amenities.
Mixed-use development featuring demolition of existing commercial buildings and construction of 2 residential buildings with ground floor commercial spaces. Part of the broader Parramatta Road corridor urban renewal initiative to increase housing density in inner Sydney.
The proposed development at 307-315 Parramatta Road involves the demolition of existing commercial structures and the construction of a 7-storey shop-top mixed-use building. The project comprises 63 residential apartments, ground floor retail and commercial spaces, and basement car parking.
Images marked AI impression are illustrative only and not photographs of the project; follow the project links for actual imagery. Original imagery? Contact us.
Estimated completion year of the 69 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 12, 2026 16, 2027 13, 2028 13, 2029 8, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 34 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 232 substantial development applications lodged in and around Petersham - Stanmore over the past 5 years, 181 in the last 12 months; 60 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 8, 2022 13, 2023 6, 2024 14, 2025 14, 2026 (to Oct) 177.
Key application 452-460 Parramatta Road, Petersham Retail | $32m | 85 dwellings | 7 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 232 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 181 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 14th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 27 | ABS building approvals | 39th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 46 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 60 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 include: 29-31 Brighton Street, Petersham (Approved); Stanmore Station Precinct - Low and Mid-Rise Housing Area (Approved); Stanmore North Precinct - Our Fairer Future Plan (Approved); Sydney Local Health District Hospital Redevelopment Program - RPA and Canterbury (Construction); and Petersham Station Low and Mid Rise Housing / TOD Precinct (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Sports & Recreation, and Residential Development, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Petersham - Stanmore, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 area has seen 46 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Petersham - Stanmore SA2's current population of 21,357 has been supported by 27 approvals on average over recent years.
The Petersham - Stanmore SA2 has seen 1.3 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 1193 people in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
The long-run outlook for development is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Petersham - Stanmore SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 27, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 has grown by approximately 181 people, while 134 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.
Petersham - Stanmore 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 | 21,357 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 7,111 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 19,898 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,459 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.0% | 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 | 3.00 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 was estimated to be approximately 21,357 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 21,224 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The petersham - stanmore sa2 has added approximately 1,459 people and shown a 7.33% increase from the 19,898 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is estimated at 7,119 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (80.9%), Natural increase (19.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 80.9% of overall population gains.
Petersham - Stanmore's population is slightly 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 | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 36.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 65.5% | 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 | 36 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 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 24.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Petersham - Stanmore 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 Petersham - Stanmore SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 24.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 6.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (24.6% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (6.9% vs 11.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.1% of the population in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.7% of the population in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 9% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $76,652 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $104,251 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,303 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,247 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 39.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,271 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is approximately $81,542. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $76,652.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is approximately $110,902. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $104,251.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is approximately $81,542 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,652 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is approximately $110,902 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $104,251 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Petersham - Stanmore SA2's households (~28.6% / 2,356 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.6% 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 Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is $2,303/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is $3,271/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is $1,247/wk.
The Petersham - Stanmore SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $76,652 and an average of $104,251 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $81,542 (median) and $110,902 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is $8,094 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The petersham - stanmore sa2's disposable income is $8,094 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Petersham - Stanmore has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 13,072 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 17,641 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 13,871 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 has approximately 13,072 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.8%. 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 Petersham - Stanmore SA2 stands at 5.8%, which is 1.6 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 Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (17.6% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.7%), and education & training (11.8%). Other significant employers include finance & insurance and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Petersham - Stanmore 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 Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is 72.8%, 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 petersham - stanmore sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 17.6% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
The long-run outlook for employment is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
The petersham - stanmore 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.
Educational achievement in Petersham - Stanmore places it within the top 9% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 35.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 16.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 55.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 24.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
55.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
24.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The petersham - stanmore sa2 ranks in the 91th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (35.5%), Postgraduate (16.1%), Certificate (10.7%).
28.8% of the population in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.8% in primary school, 5.8% in secondary school, 10.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is 1148, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 8 schools within the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,915 students.
The petersham - stanmore sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 3 secondary schools.
Petersham - Stanmore features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 8,247 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,852 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 56.9% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.8 per family | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 had 8,247 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.3% to an estimated 8,852 households today.
The average household size in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 56.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (32.9%), group households (10.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,693 family households, couples with children account for 21.9% of all households, couples without children at home 26.6%, and single parent families 6.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 32.9% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 56.9% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 30.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 57.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 32.9% of all households in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 10.3% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Petersham - Stanmore was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 79.8% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.1% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
Petersham - Stanmore was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 29.3% of its population born overseas and 20.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Petersham - Stanmore, at 33.5% of people, although more residents (60.5%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Petersham - Stanmore are English, comprising 23.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 11.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Petersham - Stanmore (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Irish at 11.2% (vs 6.1%) and Spanish at 0.8% (vs 0.6%).
29.3% of the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
20.2% of the population in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.0% of the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
86.1% of the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Petersham - Stanmore 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 | 49.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 41.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 29.5% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 35.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $470 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, 21.4% of homes are owned outright, 29.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 49.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 20.5% of dwellings in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 are houses.
In the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, 41.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 35.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 stands at 21.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is $1,885, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 30.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 30.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 consists of 20.5% detached houses, 35.5% semi-detached dwellings, 41.1% apartments, and 2.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Petersham - Stanmore consumes approximately 18.9% of median household income ($9,972 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Petersham - Stanmore show attached dwellings contributing 57% of approvals compared to 80% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 43% of applications versus 20% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
The level of general health in Petersham - Stanmore 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 | 70.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
Around 70.1% of people in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.6% of people in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the Petersham - Stanmore SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Petersham - Stanmore SA2, 70.1% 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 | 94 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 94th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 74 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 59th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 9,198 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 287 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 61.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 74 public transport stops within the Petersham - Stanmore SA2.
The Petersham - Stanmore SA2 has 9,198 weekly trips across 38 routes, averaging 1,314 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 159 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 244 m away and the nearest school 335 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 74 stops nearby, 9,198 weekly trips, access rating 94 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 | 244 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 335 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 342 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 349 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 374 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 391 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 477 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 932 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 935 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.9 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 7 long day care centres with 381 places in Petersham - Stanmore, about 2.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
Short silent previews of sample pages. Sector reports are ordered for a catchment you draw, not for the suburb as a whole.
05Reports and tools
Order a report and find more tools.
An area report on Petersham - Stanmore is built to order and emailed to you.
Ordered reports
The other sector reports are ordered on a custom catchment: draw your own area to add them. The order window shows the estimate before you place the order.
Order a reportShort silent previews of sample pages. Base and Child Care can be ordered for Petersham - Stanmore.
06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Petersham - Stanmore, placing the area among the bottom 21% of areas assessed nationally.
Petersham - Stanmore ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Petersham - Stanmore's sought-after property market has recorded 351 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Petersham - Stanmore is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Petersham - Stanmore's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 9% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Petersham - Stanmore has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Educational achievement in Petersham - Stanmore places it within the top 9% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Petersham - Stanmore features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Petersham - Stanmore was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Petersham - Stanmore 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 Petersham - Stanmore 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.
Petersham - Stanmore has an estimated 21,357 residents, up 7.3% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Petersham - Stanmore.
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 Petersham - Stanmore.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (117021327). 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 Petersham - Stanmore 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 Petersham - Stanmore 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.
