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Pyrmont has an estimated 13,933 residents, up 10.1% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in Pyrmont.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Adjoining the Sydney CBD, the Pyrmont Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive, dynamic, and innovative urban setting within New South Wales, blending historic charm, iconic heritage-listed buildings, and lush parks with modern city living. Known for its bustling cafe culture, active waterfront, harbour panoramas, and high-calibre dining, the precinct supports a vibrant arts community, active event schedules, and sustainable urban initiatives. Demographic data highlights a moderate expansion trend; based on AreaSearch's analysis, Pyrmont's population is around 13,933 as of August 2026 (ERP), an increase of 1,275 people (10.1%) since the 2021 Census reported 12,658 residents. This updated baseline is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 13,933 as of June 2025 alongside an additional 31 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date.
The local demographic profile skews heavily towards a well-educated working-age populace, featuring an elevated concentration of young adults residing predominantly in lone person and group households.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Adjoining the Sydney CBD, the Pyrmont Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive, dynamic, and innovative urban setting within New South Wales, blending historic charm, iconic heritage-listed buildings, and lush parks with modern city living. Known for its bustling cafe culture, active waterfront, harbour panoramas, and high-calibre dining, the precinct supports a vibrant arts community, active event schedules, and sustainable urban initiatives. Demographic data highlights a moderate expansion trend; based on AreaSearch's analysis, Pyrmont's population is around 13,933 as of August 2026 (ERP), an increase of 1,275 people (10.1%) since the 2021 Census reported 12,658 residents. This updated baseline is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 13,933 as of June 2025 alongside an additional 31 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date.
The local demographic profile skews heavily towards a well-educated working-age populace, featuring an elevated concentration of young adults residing predominantly in lone person and group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,494 in 2001 and 13,933 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 25.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.6%.
Pyrmont ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for health and the 96th for amenities.
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 Pyrmont is $960 a week, up 7.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 22% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.4%.
22% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Units: $762 in 2017, $960 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/2 Bunn Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $1,080,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 77/122 Saunders Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $1,390,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 3/360 Harris Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $37,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 25/1 Murray Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $2,800,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 12/80 John Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $635,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 658/243 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $880,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1130/243 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $525,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 120/102 Miller Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $1,150,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 418/320 Harris Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $1,317,500 | 1 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 24/313 Harris Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 | $687,500 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 7 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 21 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $1,080,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $960 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.27m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.09m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,080,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 7 Jul 2026 to 21 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,030 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | -5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $960 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney Inner City | $884 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney Inner City, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 114 tracked applications: 57 approved, 17 under assessment, 40 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 14 projects in Pyrmont (2 under construction) and 166 more in the surrounding area.
Adaptive re-use and commercial transformation of the heritage-listed Royal Edward Victualling Yard (REVY) Building C into an advanced technology workspace. The development integrates contemporary commercial additions and extensive heritage conservation to expand Google Australia's Pyrmont campus footprint.
The Star Sydney, at 80 Pyrmont Street in Pyrmont, is redeveloping its precinct with a hotel and residences tower designed by FJMT, to return The Ritz-Carlton to Sydney. Planned as a joint venture with Chow Tai Fook and Far East Consortium, the tower includes hotel rooms and about 200 apartments.
A $900 million mixed-use urban renewal development at 14-26 Wattle Street, Pyrmont. The project features 237 luxury apartments across residential buildings, a commercial building, a 91-place childcare facility, and a recreation centre with two indoor multi-sports courts.
Pyrmont Integrated Station Development combines a new underground Sydney Metro West station between Pyrmont Bridge Road and Union Street with an over-station development. Station excavation by the John Holland, CPB Contractors and Ghella joint venture is progressing, with permanent lining and cavern works under way as of July 2026.
The Post House is a 45-storey mixed-use tower in the Tech Central precinct at Haymarket, Sydney, also known as TOGA Central. The tower rises above the heritage-listed former Parcels Post Office, which is retained, and provides about 29,228 square metres of office space, a 204-room hotel, and ground-floor retail and dining.
Atlassian Central is a 39-storey hybrid timber and concrete office tower at 8-10 Lee Street, Haymarket, beside Central Station in the NSW Government's Tech Central precinct. Designed by SHoP Architects and BVN and built by a Built and Obayashi joint venture for Dexus and Atlassian, it began construction in August 2022.
A $2 billion transformative mixed-use redevelopment of the former Harbourside Shopping Centre at Darling Harbour, delivered as a 50/50 joint venture between Mirvac and Mitsubishi Estate Co.
The Mariyung Fleet is a new double-deck electric intercity fleet replacing the ageing V-set and Oscar trains in NSW. Built by the RailConnect NSW consortium of UGL, Hyundai Rotem and Mitsubishi Electric Australia, the trains feature 2x2 seating, charging ports, luggage, pram and bicycle spaces, and accessible toilets.
A state-significant transformation of Cockle Bay Wharf into a vibrant mixed-use precinct. The project features a 183-metre commercial tower providing 75,000 sqm of premium office space, a 14,000 sqm retail and entertainment podium, and over 15,000 sqm of public open space, including a 5,500 sqm elevated park bridging the Western Distributor to reconnect the…
The Port Authority of NSW progressed a multi-user facility at Glebe Island to receive, store and distribute dry bulk construction materials (sand, aggregates, gypsum, cement) via maritime transport, reducing heavy vehicle movements into the Sydney CBD.
Restoration and adaptive reuse of the heritage-listed Glebe Island swing bridge as a pedestrian and cycling connection between Pyrmont, Rozelle and the future Bays West precinct. The project forms part of the wider Bays West urban renewal program and includes heritage conservation, structural rehabilitation and active transport improvements.
The Powerhouse Ultimo Revitalisation is a $300 million heritage renewal of the Powerhouse Museum at 500 Harris Street, Ultimo, led by Infrastructure NSW.
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AreaSearch has tracked 114 substantial development applications lodged in and around Pyrmont over the past 5 years, 57 in the last 12 months; 17 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 16, 2023 17, 2024 13, 2025 17, 2026 (to Nov) 51.
Key application 14-26 Wattle Street, Pyrmont Childcare | $331m | 288 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 114 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 57 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| Applications approved | 57 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 17 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
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Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Pyrmont SA2 include: The Star Sydney - Ritz-Carlton Hotel & Lyric Theatre (Construction); Pyrmont Place (Approved); Pyrmont Metro Station & Over Station Development (Construction); Pyrmont Peninsula Place Strategy (Dev. Application); and Glebe Island Multi-User Facility (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Pyrmont SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
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.
Pyrmont has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,933 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 14,983 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,658 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,275 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.93 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Pyrmont SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,933 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,933 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The pyrmont sa2 has added approximately 1,275 people and shown a 10.07% increase from the 12,658 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Pyrmont SA2 is estimated at 14,982 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Pyrmont SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Pyrmont SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (93.4%), Natural increase (6.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 93.4% of overall population gains.
Pyrmont's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 39.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 64.4% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Pyrmont SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Pyrmont is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Pyrmont SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Pyrmont SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 4.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Pyrmont SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (25.7% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (4.9% vs 11.8%) and 85+ year-olds (1.2% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 8.1% of the population in the Pyrmont SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.2% of the population in the Pyrmont SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,092 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $102,719 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,422 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,297 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,035 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pyrmont SA2 is approximately $64,990. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,092.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pyrmont SA2 is approximately $109,272. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $102,719.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Pyrmont SA2 is approximately $64,990 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,092 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Pyrmont SA2 is approximately $109,272 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $102,719 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Pyrmont SA2's households (~30.6% / 1,709 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Pyrmont SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.6% 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 Pyrmont SA2 is $2,422/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Pyrmont SA2 is $3,035/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Pyrmont SA2 is $1,297/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Pyrmont SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $61,092 with the average level standing at $102,719. This is exceptionally high nationally and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,990 (median) and $109,272 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Pyrmont SA2 is $8,389 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The pyrmont sa2's disposable income is $8,389 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Pyrmont shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,746 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 19,749 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,057 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Pyrmont SA2 has approximately 8,746 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Pyrmont SA2 stands at 3.4%, which is 0.7 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Pyrmont SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (20.8% of employment), finance & insurance (14.2%), and accommodation & food (8.6%). Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Pyrmont SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Pyrmont SA2 is 70.9%, 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 pyrmont sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 20.8% 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.
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The pyrmont sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Pyrmont 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 | 37.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 59.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 19.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
59.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Pyrmont SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
19.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Pyrmont SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The pyrmont sa2 ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Pyrmont SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (37.0%), Postgraduate (18.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
27.2% of the population in the Pyrmont SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.5% in primary school, 3.6% in secondary school, 7.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
Pyrmont features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,583 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,145 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 57.4% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.8 per family | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Pyrmont SA2 had 5,583 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.1% to an estimated 6,145 households today.
The average household size in the Pyrmont SA2 is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 57.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (33.0%), group households (9.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,205 family households, couples with children account for 15.9% of all households, couples without children at home 33.1%, and single parent families 7.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Pyrmont SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 33.0% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 57.4% 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 37.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 48.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 33.0% of all households in the Pyrmont 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 9.6% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Pyrmont 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 | 56.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 43.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 56.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 43.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Pyrmont scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 43.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 56.2% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Pyrmont, at 37.0% of people, although more residents (48.4%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 7.0% of the population, compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pyrmont are Other, comprising 18.4% of the population, English, comprising 16.8% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 14.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Pyrmont (vs 0.6% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 1.1% (vs 0.4%) and Korean at 1.7% (vs 1.1%).
56.2% of the Pyrmont SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
43.1% of the population in the Pyrmont SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.9% of the Pyrmont SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
66.0% of the Pyrmont SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Pyrmont 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 | 63.2% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 94.2% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,800 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $580 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.1 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
In the Pyrmont SA2, 18.3% of homes are owned outright, 18.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 63.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 0.0% of dwellings in the Pyrmont SA2 are houses.
In the Pyrmont SA2, 94.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Pyrmont SA2 stands at 18.3%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Pyrmont SA2 is $2,800, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Pyrmont SA2 is $2,106, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Pyrmont SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Pyrmont SA2 is 1.1, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Pyrmont SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.7% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 23.9% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Pyrmont SA2 consists of 0.0% detached houses, 5.7% semi-detached dwellings, 94.2% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Pyrmont consumes approximately 20.1% of median household income ($10,487 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Pyrmont's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 69.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 79.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Around 69.5% of people in the Pyrmont SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Pyrmont SA2, 2.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.7% of people in the Pyrmont SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.7% of the Pyrmont SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the Pyrmont SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Pyrmont SA2, 69.5% 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 | 86 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 86th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 54 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,002 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 258 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 59.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 54 public transport stops within the Pyrmont SA2.
The Pyrmont SA2 has 4,002 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 571 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 119 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 199 m away and the nearest GP 206 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 54 stops nearby, 4,002 weekly trips, access rating 86 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 96th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 199 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 204 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 206 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 222 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 254 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 264 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 664 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 855 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Pyrmont is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Pyrmont ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Pyrmont's established property market has recorded 227 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 89% residential and 11% commercial transactions.
Pyrmont has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Pyrmont's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment environment in Pyrmont shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
Pyrmont shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Pyrmont features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Pyrmont is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Pyrmont features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Pyrmont's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Pyrmont has an estimated 13,933 residents, up 10.1% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in Pyrmont.
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 Pyrmont.
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 Oct 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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 (117031641). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Pyrmont 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 Pyrmont 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.
