Area profile · Greater Sydney
Rhodes has an estimated 13,317 residents, up 16.3% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Rhodes.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 12 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD, the Rhodes Statistical Area (Lv2) represents a dense and highly active development area characterised by scenic foreshores along the Parramatta River, lush green parks, and extensive recreational spaces. The precinct is renowned for its contemporary residential developments that harmonize urban living with a serene waterside setting, underpinned by the bustling Rhodes Waterside shopping district offering diverse retail and dining experiences. Excellent connectivity via train stations and ferry wharves ensures convenient regional access, contributing to a vibrant community vibe with an abundance of modern amenities. Demographic trends and market drivers in the locality are heavily driven by young professionals, featuring a notable concentration of working age residents, couples without children, and group households.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 12 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD, the Rhodes Statistical Area (Lv2) represents a dense and highly active development area characterised by scenic foreshores along the Parramatta River, lush green parks, and extensive recreational spaces. The precinct is renowned for its contemporary residential developments that harmonize urban living with a serene waterside setting, underpinned by the bustling Rhodes Waterside shopping district offering diverse retail and dining experiences. Excellent connectivity via train stations and ferry wharves ensures convenient regional access, contributing to a vibrant community vibe with an abundance of modern amenities. Demographic trends and market drivers in the locality are heavily driven by young professionals, featuring a notable concentration of working age residents, couples without children, and group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 808 in 2001 and 13,094 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,317 (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, 33%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.2%.
Rhodes ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 97th 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 Rhodes is $922 a week, up 4.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 17% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.8%.
17% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $705 in 2017, $888 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $652 in 2017, $922 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 406/36 Walker Street, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $720,000 | 22 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1707/87 Shoreline Drive, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $1,028,888 | 21 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 101/88 Rider Boulevard, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $802,500 | 21 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 7 Jean Wailes Avenue, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $1,100,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 602/20 Shoreline Drive, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $1,500,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 3203/36 Walker Street, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $1,200,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 603/6 Jean Wailes Avenue, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $1,100,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 654/6 Mary Street, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $855,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 302/5 Nina Gray Avenue, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $740,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 1404/42 Walker Street, Rhodes NSW 2138 | $1,030,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 24 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 22 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $981,500 (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 | $922 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $3.96m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $974k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $981,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 24 Jul 2026 to 22 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $888 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $922 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Canada Bay | $874 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Canada Bay, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner West | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner West, over 12 months | +4.4% | 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 |
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Status of the 123 tracked applications: 94 approved, 15 under assessment, 14 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 13 projects in Rhodes (3 under construction) and 149 more in the surrounding area.
Subsequent planned stage of the Concord Hospital Precinct Masterplan redevelopment by Health Infrastructure NSW and Sydney Local Health District.
The 25-27 Leeds Street development in Rhodes East is a major mixed-use waterfront residential precinct delivered by Billbergia within the Rhodes Place Strategy.
Approved 48-storey mixed-use residential tower beside Rhodes Station, delivering 313 apartments including a 15% affordable housing contribution, retail and commercial podium space, extensive landscaping, communal resident amenities, basement parking, and a biophilic vertical forest design by GroupGSA for Billbergia.
A mixed-use waterfront residential precinct by Billbergia comprising six residential buildings delivering 342 apartments, including 58 affordable housing dwellings.
Deicorp's mixed-use tower in Rhodes delivering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments above a retail podium. The State Significant development includes affordable housing and basement parking, with construction underway and completion targeted for 2027.
A landmark 48-storey high-rise mixed-use residential tower featuring 313 apartments and 252 car spaces, forming part of the final stages of the multi-billion dollar Rhodes Central town centre masterplan.
A high-density luxury waterfront residential precinct delivering 249 apartments across a 16-storey building designed by SJB, featuring 500 car spaces, ground-floor promenade retail, and resort amenities along the Parramatta River. Developed by Billbergia, the project transforms a former industrial site into a connected riverside community.
Mixed-use development valued at $293.7 million featuring two towers of 22 and 27 storeys with 348 apartments, 30 independent living units, 93-bed residential care facility, ground floor retail, new fire station, and community facilities.
A residential development consisting of two towers of 12 and 13 storeys with 150-170 apartments and five multi-storey terrace homes, including a minimum 10% affordable housing allocation. The scheme retains an existing childcare centre, provides basement parking, and integrates communal open spaces.
Major expansion of Wentworth Point Public School including 26 additional modern teaching spaces in a new four-storey building facing Burroway Road, a reconfigured library, a ground floor support unit with three classrooms, removal of demountable classrooms to open up play space, and a new raised pedestrian crossing on Ferry Wharf Circuit.
Landmark mixed-use development by Billbergia featuring residential towers with 668 apartments, a retail precinct anchored by Woolworths and over 55 specialty stores, office spaces, dining options, and Australia's second Heliostat technology system reflecting sunlight into the public plaza.
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 enabling works are delivering the first 1.3 km of new light rail alignment, including a 320 m public and active transport bridge over the Parramatta River between Melrose Park and Wentworth Point.
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Estimated completion year of the 89 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 8, 2026 17, 2027 22, 2028 16, 2029 6, 2030 4, 2031 3, 2032 9, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 1. 27 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 123 substantial development applications lodged in and around Rhodes over the past 5 years, 53 in the last 12 months; 15 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 14, 2023 10, 2024 17, 2025 30, 2026 (to Nov) 51.
Key application 34 Walker Street, Rhodes Commercial | $304m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 123 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 53 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 18.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 226 | ABS building approvals | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 94 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Rhodes SA2 include: Mixed Use Development - 25-27 Leeds Street, Rhodes (Construction); Concord Hospital Stage 2 Clinical Expansion (Planning); Marquet and Mary (Construction); Rhodes Bay Waterfront Precinct (Construction); and Harmony - Rhodes Central East (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Rhodes SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Rhodes SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Rhodes among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Rhodes SA2 area has seen 842 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Rhodes SA2's current population of 13,317 has been supported by 226 approvals on average over recent years.
The Rhodes SA2 has seen 18.6 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 79 people in the Rhodes SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Rhodes SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 226, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Rhodes SA2 has grown by approximately 1,032 people, while 1,129 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Population growth drivers in Rhodes are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,317 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 13,238 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 11,453 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,864 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.01 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Rhodes SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,317 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,094 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The rhodes sa2 has added approximately 1,864 people and shown a 16.28% increase from the 11,453 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Rhodes SA2 is estimated at 13,185 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Rhodes SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Rhodes SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (83.7%), Natural increase (16.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 83.7% of overall population gains.
Rhodes hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 8% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 8th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 45.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 69.3% | 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 | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 33.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 22.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Rhodes SA2 at 33 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 33 years as at August 2026, Rhodes is 4 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Rhodes SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 33.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Rhodes SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Rhodes SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (33.0% vs 16.2%) and 35-44 year-olds (22.8% vs 15.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (2.1% vs 5.3%) and 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 10.4% of the population in the Rhodes SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 8.0% of the population in the Rhodes SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 66% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,294 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 51st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,620 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,183 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,119 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,404 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rhodes SA2 is approximately $63,077. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,294.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rhodes SA2 is approximately $84,700. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,620.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rhodes SA2 is approximately $63,077 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,294 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rhodes SA2 is approximately $84,700 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,620 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Rhodes SA2's households (~36.2% / 1,813 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Rhodes SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.2% 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 Rhodes SA2 is $2,183/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Rhodes SA2 is $2,404/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Rhodes SA2 is $1,119/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Rhodes SA2 is well above average nationally, with the median assessed at $59,294 while the average income stands at $79,620. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,077 (median) and $84,700 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Rhodes SA2 is $7,274 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The rhodes sa2's disposable income is $7,274 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Rhodes ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,771 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,456 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,942 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Rhodes SA2 has approximately 8,771 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Rhodes SA2 stands at 1.9%, which is 2.2 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 Rhodes SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (18.8% of employment), finance & insurance (13.4%), and health care & social assistance (11.4%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Rhodes 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 Rhodes SA2 is 72.9%, 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 rhodes sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 18.8% 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 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The rhodes sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Rhodes ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 39.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 67.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 17.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
67.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Rhodes SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
17.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Rhodes SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The rhodes sa2 ranks in the 58th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Rhodes SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (39.3%), Postgraduate (25.9%), Advanced Diploma (9.5%).
27.5% of the population in the Rhodes SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.5% in primary school, 2.1% in secondary school, 11.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
Rhodes features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, 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 | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,009 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,824 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.6 per family | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Rhodes SA2 had 5,009 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.3% to an estimated 5,824 households today.
The average household size in the Rhodes 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 64.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.7%), group households (9.3%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 3,251 family households, couples with children account for 21.2% of all households, couples without children at home 35.6%, and single parent families 6.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Rhodes SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 9.3% (versus 4.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.9% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 44.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 25.7% of all households in the Rhodes SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 9.3% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Rhodes 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 | 75.4% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 77.9% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 49.2% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 24.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Rhodes is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 77.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 75.4% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Rhodes, at 26.7% of people, although more residents (53.6%) 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 Rhodes are Chinese, comprising 39.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, Other, comprising 16.2% of the population, and Korean, comprising 10.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 1.1%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 6.8% of Rhodes (vs 3.6% across Greater Sydney), Vietnamese at 1.8% (vs 1.8%) and Filipino at 2.4% (vs 2.0%).
75.4% of the Rhodes SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
77.9% of the population in the Rhodes SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.3% of the Rhodes SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
49.2% of the Rhodes SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rhodes 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 | 60.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 95.3% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $560 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.2 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
In the Rhodes SA2, 10.8% of homes are owned outright, 28.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 60.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 3.2% of dwellings in the Rhodes SA2 are houses.
In the Rhodes SA2, 95.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Rhodes SA2 stands at 10.8%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Rhodes SA2 is $2,500, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Rhodes SA2 is $2,185, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Rhodes SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Rhodes SA2 is 1.2, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Rhodes SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 25.7% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Rhodes SA2 consists of 3.2% detached houses, 1.5% semi-detached dwellings, 95.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rhodes consumes approximately 23.1% of median household income ($9,452 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rhodes show attached dwellings contributing 100% of approvals compared to 97% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 0% of applications versus 3% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Rhodes is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Rhodes'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 | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the Rhodes SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Rhodes SA2, 1.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
3.6% of people in the Rhodes SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.3% of the Rhodes SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.4% of people in the Rhodes SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Rhodes SA2, 56.5% 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 | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 95th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 37 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 7,668 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 375 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 14 | 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 | 57.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 37 public transport stops within the Rhodes SA2.
The Rhodes SA2 has 7,668 weekly trips across 14 routes, averaging 1,095 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 126 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 173 m away and the nearest GP 181 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 37 stops nearby, 7,668 weekly trips, access rating 95 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 97 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 97th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 173 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 181 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 275 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 277 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 486 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 497 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 631 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 693 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 800 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 6 long day care centres with 508 places in Rhodes, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Rhodes among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Rhodes has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 38% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Rhodes's established property market has recorded 322 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Population growth drivers in Rhodes are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Rhodes hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 8% of areas nationwide.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 66% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Rhodes ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Rhodes ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Rhodes features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Rhodes is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Rhodes features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Rhodes'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.
Rhodes has an estimated 13,317 residents, up 16.3% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Rhodes.
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 Rhodes.
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 Aug 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 (120011673). 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 (Aug 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 Rhodes 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 Rhodes 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.
