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

As of Nov 2025, Randwick - North's population is approximately 16,723, indicating a rise of 517 individuals, representing a 3.2% increase since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 16,206. This inference is based on the estimated resident population of 16,679 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 30 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density stands at 8,620 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, highlighting land scarcity in the area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 84.9% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the area is projected to increase by 1,265 persons, reflecting a gain of 7.3% in total over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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 averaged approximately 12 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, with a total of 64 homes approved between FY-21 and FY-25. In FY-26, up to the present time, there have been 44 dwelling approvals. During this period, the population has declined slightly, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost value for new dwellings is $427,000, which is somewhat higher than the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This financial year has seen $19.6 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Randwick - North has significantly less development activity, with 71.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Nationally, this area also reflects below-average development activity, which could be attributed to its maturity and possible planning constraints. New developments consist of 22.0% detached dwellings and 78.0% townhouses or apartments, favouring compact living options that offer affordable entry pathways and attract downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

The location has approximately 2568 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Randwick - North is projected to add 1,221 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth in the future.

Randwick - North has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 13 projects that could affect the region. Notable initiatives 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 relevant.

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Randwick - North ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Randwick - North has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.5%.

As of September 2025, 11,010 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.9% and workforce participation at 79.5%. Census responses indicate that 57.5% work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (1.4 times the regional average), health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. Manufacturing has limited presence with only 2.2% employment compared to 5.7% regionally.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 3.5% while labour force grew by 2.8%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.1%, labour force grow by 2.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Randwick - North's industry mix suggests local employment could increase by 7.6% over five years and 15.1% over ten years, assuming stable population projections for illustrative purposes.

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

Randwick - North SA2 has an exceptionally high national income level according to AreaSearch aggregated ATO data for FY2023. The median income among taxpayers is $79,177 and the average income is $122,800. These figures compare to Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since FY2023, current estimates are approximately $86,192 (median) and $133,680 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes rank highly in Randwick - North, between the 87th and 96th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 31.7% of residents (5,301 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, reflecting broader area patterns where 30.9% occupy this range. Notably, 40.6% earn above $3,000 weekly. 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

Randwick - North's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 11.5% houses and 88.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Randwick - North was 24.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.3% and rented ones at 50.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Randwick - North was $570, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Randwick - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863 and rents 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 constitute 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 account for 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 the latest data, 58.4% of residents aged 15 years and over hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% statewide (NSW). This area's educational advantage is reflected in its high proportion of Bachelor degrees (37.7%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.5%). Vocational pathways account for 21.2% of qualifications among those aged 15 years and over, with advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 11.5%.

Educational participation is high in Randwick - North, with 28.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 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

The analysis of public transport in Randwick - North shows that there are 67 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 50 individual routes providing 8,067 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 114 meters from their nearest stop. The majority of residents in this primarily residential area commute outward, with the car being the dominant mode of transportation at 57%. Walking accounts for 14% and bus travel makes up another 14%. On average, there are 0.6 vehicles per dwelling, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a high number of residents, specifically 57.5%, work from home, which may be reflective of COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages out to 1,152 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 120 weekly trips per individual 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 indicates positive outcomes, with mortality rates and health conditions comparable to national benchmarks. Prevalence of common health conditions is low across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at 79%, 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%), while 77.3% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than the Greater Sydney average of 74.6%. As of 2016, 15.1% of residents are aged 65 and over (2,523 people). Health outcomes among seniors rank even higher than those of the general population nationally.

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 level of cultural diversity compared to most local areas, with 20.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Randwick - North, making up 44.4% of people in the area. However, Judaism is significantly overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, with 6.5% of Randwick - North's population identifying as Jewish.

The top three ancestry groups in Randwick - North are English (23.5%), Australian (17.4%), and Irish (13.0%), which is notably higher than regional averages for Irish ancestry. Additionally, Hungarian (0.9%), Russian (1.2%), and Polish (1.4%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages.

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

The median age in Randwick - North is 37 years, which matches Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and is comparable to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 25-34 age group comprises 21.9% of the population in Randwick - North, higher than Greater Sydney's figure. Conversely, the 5-14 age cohort makes up 9.0%, which is lower compared to Greater Sydney. Nationally, the 25-34 age group constitutes 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 8.4% to 10.6%, while the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 10.1% to 9.0%. The 45-54 age group has also dropped from 12.7% to 11.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Randwick - North's age structure. Notably, the 85+ age group is projected to grow by 103%, reaching 894 people from its current figure of 439. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 71% of the projected growth in Randwick - North's population. In contrast, the 15-24 and 35-44 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.