Randwick - North

Randwick - North is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Randwick - North's population is around 16,689 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 483 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 16,206 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 16,678 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 30 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 8,602 persons per square kilometer, which lies in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 89.6% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, as released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, a population increase just below the median of Australian statistical areas is expected, with the area expected to increase by 1,052 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 6.2% in total over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Randwick - North is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Randwick - North has approved approximately 12 residential properties per year on average. Between the financial years FY-21 and FY-25, a total of 64 homes were approved, with an additional 44 approved in FY-26 so far. The area's population has been declining, suggesting that new supply has been meeting demand, providing buyers with good options.

The average construction value of new properties is $427,000, which is higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development. In the current financial year, commercial development approvals amounting to $19.6 million have been recorded, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Randwick - North has significantly less development activity, with 71.0% fewer approvals per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established homes. Nationally, the area also shows lower levels of development activity, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity consists of 22.0% standalone homes and 78.0% townhouses or apartments, focusing on higher-density living to provide more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

With around 2568 people per approval, Randwick - North is considered a mature, established area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 1,041 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Randwick - North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects that could impact the region. Notable ones include Newmarket Randwick, Randwick High School Co-educational Facility Upgrade, Montefiore Randwick Expansion, and Royal Randwick Racecourse - Leger Lawn Development (Winx Stand). The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Randwick - North significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Randwick - North has an educated workforce with the technology sector prominent. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% in December 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment grew by 3.7% over the previous year.

Residents' participation in the workforce is high at 79.7%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Many residents work from home; Census data shows 57.5% do so, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this figure. Key employment industries are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Professional & technical jobs are particularly concentrated, at 1.4 times the regional average, while manufacturing is less represented at 2.2%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. In the year to December 2025, employment increased by 3.7% and labour force grew by 3.3%, reducing unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Randwick - North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for local population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Randwick - North SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $79,177 and an average income of $122,800. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,030. As of March 2026, estimated incomes would be approximately $87,348 (median) and $135,473 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Randwick - North between the 87th and 96th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 31.7% of locals (5,290 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to the broader area's 30.9%. Economic strength is evident with 40.6% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consume 19.3% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 82nd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Randwick - North features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

As per the latest Census evaluation in Randwick - North, 11.5% of dwellings were houses while 88.4% were other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In contrast, Sydney metropolitan area had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Randwick - North stood at 24.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.3% and rented ones at 50.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, exceeding the Sydney metro average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Randwick - North was $570, compared to Sydney's $470. Nationally, Randwick - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Randwick - North features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 60.5% of all households, including 25.5% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 39.5%, with lone person households at 31.2% and group households comprising 8.2%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational achievement in Randwick - North places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Randwick - North is notably higher than broader benchmarks. As of 2016 Census data, 58.4% of residents aged 15 years and above held university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% statewide in New South Wales. This area's educational advantage is evident with bachelor degrees being the most common at 37.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%). Vocational pathways accounted for 21.2% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and above, with advanced diplomas making up 9.7% and certificates 11.5%.

Educational participation was high in the area, with 28.9% of residents enrolled in formal education as of 2016. This included 8.7% in primary education, 8.1% in tertiary education, and 5.6% pursuing secondary education.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Transport analysis shows 67 active public transport stops in Randwick - North, with a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 50 individual routes, offering 8,067 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 114 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode at 57%, with 14% walking and 14% using buses. Vehicle ownership averages 0.6 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 57.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 1,152 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 120 weekly trips per stop.

Randwick - North's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data for Randwick - North shows positive outcomes, aligning with national benchmarks. Common health conditions are low across all age groups. Private health cover is high at 79% of the total population (13,150 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (6.5%) and mental health issues (6.3%). 77.3% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than the Greater Sydney average of 74.6%. There are 2,474 seniors aged 65 and over, comprising 14.8% of the population. Senior health outcomes rank favourably compared to national averages.

Randwick - North was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Randwick-North has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 20.6% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 39.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Randwick-North, accounting for 44.4% of people. Notably, Judaism comprises 6.5%, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (23.5%), Australian (17.4%), and Irish (13.0%), with the latter being substantially higher than the regional average of 6.1%. Other ethnic groups with notable representation include Hungarian at 0.9% (compared to 0.3% regionally), Russian at 1.2% (vs 0.4%), and Polish at 1.4% (vs 0.6%).

Randwick - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Randwick - North is 37 years, which is equal to Greater Sydney's figure and comparable to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 25-34 age group makes up 22.0% of the population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage but lower than the national average of 14.6%. The 5-14 cohort comprises 8.7%, which is less prevalent compared to Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and the present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 8.4% to 10.8%, while the 5-14 cohort has declined from 10.1% to 8.7%. Additionally, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 12.7% to 11.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Randwick - North's age structure. The 85+ population is expected to grow by 98%, reaching 794 individuals from the current 400. This growth will contribute significantly to the overall aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising 64% of projected growth. Conversely, the 15-24 and 0-4 age groups are projected to experience population declines.