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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Ryde - North's population was around 21,382 as of Aug 2025. This reflected an increase of 1,091 people (5.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,291 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 21,507 from the ABS as of June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equated to a density ratio of 3,744 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Ryde - North's 5.4% growth since census positioned it within 1.0 percentage points of the state (6.4%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 87.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted 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 utilised 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 were also applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Examining future population trends, a population increase just below the median of national areas was expected, with the area expected to expand by 2,318 persons to 2041 based on the 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. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis. Between FY21 and FY25, there were 692 home approvals, with 33 so far in FY26. On average, 0.3 new residents per year per dwelling constructed was recorded over the past five financial years.

This suggests that supply is meeting or exceeding demand, offering more buyer choices while supporting potential population growth. The average construction value of new homes was $599,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. There have been $6.4 million in commercial approvals this financial year, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Ryde - North has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 78th percentile nationally. New building activity shows 29.0% detached dwellings and 71.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

This represents a significant shift from the current housing mix of 48.0% houses due to reduced development site availability and changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 148 people per dwelling approval, Ryde - North is considered a low-density area. Population forecasts indicate an increase of 2,443 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing 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 28 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Ryde Hospital Redevelopment, Chatham West Ryde, Gannan Park Upgrades, and Ryde Hospital Redevelopment. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Ryde - North has been broadly consistent with national averages

Ryde - North has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. The unemployment rate was 4.2% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 12.5% over the past year.

In this period, 13,002 residents were employed, mirroring Greater Sydney's 4.2% unemployment rate and having a workforce participation rate of 62.2%. Key industries employing residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The area has a notably high concentration in wholesale trade with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average, while transport, postal & warehousing has limited presence at 4.0% compared to the regional average of 5.3%. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 12.5%, labour force grew by 11.3%, leading to a unemployment rate decrease of 1.0 percentage points.

In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.6%, labour force grow by 2.9%, and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. Statewide in NSW as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. Nationally, the unemployment rate was 4.5%, and employment growth was 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years nationally. 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, although these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

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

Ryde - North has a high national income level according to AreaSearch data from the ATO for the financial year 2022. The median income among taxpayers in Ryde - North is $58,460 and the average income stands at $79,874, compared to Greater Sydney's figures of $56,994 and $80,856 respectively. Based on a 10.6% growth in wages since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for March 2025 would be approximately $64,657 (median) and $88,341 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Ryde - North are at the 61st percentile nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 29.4% of locals (6,286 people), falling within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to surrounding regions where 30.9% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 18.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 56th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in 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, comprised 48.2% houses and 51.8% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Sydney metro's 42.9% houses and 57.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ryde - North was 28.8%, similar to Sydney metro's level. The remaining dwellings were either 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. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $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 percent of all households, consisting of 35.6 percent couples with children, 21.4 percent couples without children, and 9.9 percent single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.5 percent, with lone person households at 27.7 percent and group households comprising 3.8 percent 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. Among residents aged 15+, 42.2% hold university qualifications, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 28.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 26.4% of residents holding such qualifications; advanced diplomas account for 11.0% and certificates for 15.4%.

Current educational participation is high at 30.2%, including 9.0% in primary education, 7.0% in secondary education, and 7.0% pursuing tertiary education. Six schools operate within Ryde - North, educating approximately 3,985 students as of the latest data. The area demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages with an ICSEA score of 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 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 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 75 unique routes that together facilitate 5,905 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 124 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 843 trips per day, equating to about 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

Health outcomes data indicates notable results for Ryde - North, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (12,786 people), compared to 62.1% across Greater Sydney.

Arthritis and mental health issues are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 6.0 and 5.9% of residents respectively. A total of 76.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 77.6% across Greater Sydney. The area has 17.1% of residents aged 65 and over (3,656 people). Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly in line with the general population's health 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 scores highly in 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, comprising 54.6% of Ryde-North's population. Judaism, while small, is represented at 0.4%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 0.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (18.1%), Chinese (15.8%), and English (14.0%). Notable divergences include Korean (2.4% vs regional average of 3.8%), Italian (7.6% vs 5.1%), and Lebanese (1.9% vs 1.5%).

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

The median age in Ryde - North is 39 years, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Ryde - North has a notably higher proportion of individuals aged 55-64 (11.4% locally) and a lower proportion of those aged 5-14 (10.8%). According to post-2021 Census data, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 11.2% to 12.4%, while the 45-54 age group has decreased from 13.3% to 12.4%. By 2041, Ryde - North's population is forecasted to undergo significant demographic changes. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 64%, reaching 1,953 people from 1,193. This growth will be led by residents aged 65 and older, who will represent 67% of the anticipated population increase. Conversely, the 0-4 and 25-34 age groups are expected to experience population declines.