Ryde - North
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Ryde - North reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Ryde - North's population was approximately 21,385 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,094 people, a growth rate of 5.4%, since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 20,291. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 21,507 as of June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 3,745 persons per square kilometer, placing Ryde - North in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Ryde - North's growth rate of 5.4% since the census is within 1.3 percentage points of the state's growth rate of 6.7%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections 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. Future population trends indicate an increase just below the median of national areas, with Ryde - North expected to expand by 2,318 persons to 2041 based on latest population numbers, recording a gain of 11.4% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Ryde - North when compared nationally

Ryde - North averaged approximately 138 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 692 homes approved during this period. In FY26, up to May, 58 dwellings have been approved. The average number of new residents per year arriving for each new home approved was around 0.3 over the past five financial years.

This suggests that new construction has been matching or outpacing demand, providing more options for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current expectations. The average expected construction cost value of new properties is $522,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY26 up to May, $6.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's predominantly residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Ryde - North has approximately two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 78th percentile nationally when measured against other areas assessed. The new building activity in Ryde - North shows a significant skew towards compact living, with 29.0% detached dwellings and 71.0% attached dwellings.

This shift from the current housing mix of 48.0% houses reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. It offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. With around 148 people per dwelling approval, Ryde - North exhibits characteristics of a low density area. Population forecasts indicate that Ryde - North will gain approximately 2,440 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Ryde - North has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 24 projects that could impact the area. Key projects include Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, Gannan Park Upgrades, Ryde Central, and Lachlan's Line Precinct. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Ryde - North maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Ryde - North has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. The unemployment rate as of June 2025 is 4.2%, matching Greater Sydney's rate.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 12.5%. There are currently 13,002 residents employed. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The area has a strong specialization in wholesale trade, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

Transport, postal & warehousing has limited presence at 4.0% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. Over the year ending June 2025, employment increased by 12.5%, while the labour force grew by 11.3%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate by 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.6% and unemployment increase by 0.3%. According to Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025, national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ryde - North's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.0%% over five years and 14.3% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Ryde - North's median income among taxpayers is $58,460. The average income in the area was $79,874 during this period. This places Ryde - North among the highest income areas in Australia. In comparison, Greater Sydney had a median income of $56,994 and an average of $80,856 for financial year 2022. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since this period, current estimates suggest the median income in Ryde - North would be approximately $65,832 as of September 2025, with an average of around $89,946 during the same month. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Ryde - North cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that the majority of residents, specifically 29.4% or 6,287 people, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket. This pattern is similar to regional levels where approximately 30.9% of residents occupy this income range. High housing costs consume 18.6% of income in Ryde - North, however strong earnings still place disposable income at the 56th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it within the 8th decile.

Ryde - North features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Ryde - North, as per the latest Census, consisted of 48.2% houses and 51.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 42.9% houses and 57.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ryde - North was 28.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (30.3%) or rented (40.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,500, below Sydney metro's average of $2,600. Median weekly rent in Ryde - North was $430, compared to Sydney metro's $460. Nationally, Ryde - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Ryde - North features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 68.5% of all households, including 35.6% couples with children, 21.4% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.5%, with lone person households at 27.7% and group households comprising 3.8% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which matches the Greater Sydney average.

Ryde - North shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Ryde - North is notably higher than national averages, with 42.2% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications compared to Australia's 30.4%. The area has a significant educational advantage, led by bachelor degrees at 28.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 26.4% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (15.4%). Educational participation is high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 9.0% in primary, 7.0% in secondary, and 7.0% in tertiary education.

Six schools operate within Ryde - North, educating approximately 3,985 students. The area has significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement (ICSEA: 1116). Education provision is balanced with four primary and two secondary schools serving distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 18.6 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.2, indicating that Ryde - North serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Ryde - North has 120 operational public transport stops. All of these are bus stops serviced by 75 different routes. These routes collectively facilitate 5,905 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in the area is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 124 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, there are 843 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

Ryde - North's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Ryde - North shows exceptional health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions across all ages. Private health cover is high at approximately 60% of its total population of 12,788, compared to Greater Sydney's 62.1%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.0% and 5.9% respectively. 76.1% report no medical ailments, close to Greater Sydney's 77.6%. Ryde - North has 17.1% residents aged 65 and over (3,656 people), with seniors' health outcomes largely matching the general population's profile.

Ryde - North is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Ryde-North has a high level of cultural diversity, with 46.6% of its population born overseas and 48.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Ryde-North, accounting for 54.6% of people. Judaism is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 0.4% of Ryde-North's population.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (18.1%), Chinese (15.8%), and English (14.0%). Notably, Korean (2.4%) and Italian (7.6%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages, while Lebanese (1.9%) is slightly above the regional average of 1.5%.

Ryde - North's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Ryde - North is 39 years, which is slightly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, the 55-64 age group is notably over-represented in Ryde - North at 11.4%, while the 5-14 age group is under-represented at 10.8%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has increased from 11.2% to 12.4% of the population, while the 45-54 age group has declined from 13.3% to 12.4%. Population forecasts for Ryde - North in 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 64%, reaching 1,953 people from 1,193. Residents aged 65 and older will represent 67% of the anticipated population growth. Conversely, the 0-4 and 25-34 age groups are expected to experience population declines.