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Population
An assessment of population growth drivers in Sans Souci - Ramsgate reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
Sans Souci - Ramsgate's population is approximately 16,967 as of Aug 2025. This figure shows an increase of 308 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 16,659. The change is inferred from ABS estimates: 16,919 in June 2024 and an additional 122 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 3,680 persons per square kilometer, placing the area in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 76.0% of overall population gains.
AreaSearch uses 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, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from these aggregations for years 2032 to 2041. Population projections anticipate lower quartile growth nationally, with the area expected to grow by 539 persons by 2041 based on recent population numbers, representing a total gain of 2.9%.
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Development
AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Sans Souci - Ramsgate recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide
Sans Souci - Ramsgate has seen approximately 68 new homes approved annually. Development approval data is produced by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on a financial year basis, with 343 dwellings approved over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25. As of June 2026, 6 dwellings have been approved in FY-26. The population has declined recently, suggesting that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choice for buyers.
New properties are constructed at an average expected cost value of $739,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. Additionally, $25.1 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development compared to Greater Sydney. Sans Souci - Ramsgate records about three-quarters the building activity per person when measured against Greater Sydney and places among the 66th percentile of areas assessed nationally for recent construction activity. Recent construction comprises 43.0% detached dwellings and 57.0% townhouses or apartments, suggesting a trend towards denser development to provide accessible entry options appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.
The location has approximately 240 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market. Looking ahead, Sans Souci - Ramsgate is expected to grow by 488 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.
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Infrastructure
Sans Souci - Ramsgate has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
The performance of a region is significantly impacted by changes in local infrastructure. AreaSearch has identified fourteen projects that are expected to influence the area. Notable initiatives include M6 Motorway Stage 1, Allure Collection, Riviera, Ramsgate Beach, and Sydney Metro West, with the following list highlighting those most likely to be pertinent:.
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Sydney Metro West
Sydney Metro West is a new underground metro rail line connecting Greater Parramatta and the Sydney CBD. The 24-kilometre line includes new metro stations and will transform public transport access across Sydney, providing faster, more reliable connections.
M6 Motorway Stage 1
The M6 Extension Stage One connects the New M5 at Arncliffe with President Avenue, Kogarah. Features 4km twin tunnels, ramps, future expansion stubs, road upgrades, shared pathways, and essential motorway support infrastructure. Will bypass 23 traffic lights, reduce truck traffic by 2,000+ vehicles daily, and provide major travel time savings. Includes new pedestrian bridge and cycle paths. $3.2 billion project to improve traffic flow in southern Sydney.
St George Hospital Redevelopment Stage 3
The $411 million St George Hospital Stage 3 redevelopment delivers a new Integrated Ambulatory Care Precinct featuring the 9-storey Kensington Street Building with two levels of basement car parking. The facility consolidates outpatient services, pathology collection, day rehabilitation unit, sub-acute and rehabilitation inpatient beds, aged care unit, acquired brain injury unit (Cognitive Transition Unit), palliative care, surgical services with refurbished operating theatres, enhanced diagnostic imaging, clinical skills centre, day infusion centre, outpatient pharmacy, emergency department expansion, modernized clinical facilities, and improved patient access. Services currently delivered from multiple locations around the hospital campus will be co-located to improve accessibility for patients and carers, particularly those with mobility issues or chronic health conditions. Due to be completed in late 2026. As of July 2025, construction has reached its highest point.
Riviera, Ramsgate Beach
Six-storey mixed-use redevelopment by Bronxx with approximately 2,926 sq m ground-floor supermarket and retail, food and drink premises at Level 1, and 44 two and three-bedroom dwellings above. DA-2023/370 was approved by the Sydney Eastern City Planning Panel on 3 Feb 2025 with a reported CIV of about $45.19m. Sales suite is operating on-site and apartments are now selling.
Sans Souci Park Master Plan
Adopted Plan of Management and Master Plan guiding future management and development of the 3.27 hectare Sans Souci Park on the Georges River foreshore. Key features include regeneration of the historic Bathers Pavilion site, development of a local pavilion and kiosk, rehabilitation of the former ocean pool, upgraded beach and foreshore access, improved fishing and boat pontoon facilities, and preservation of heritage elements including the waterfront sandstone wall and the iconic 130-160 year old Moreton Bay fig tree. The plan provides equitable access, enhanced connectivity, and improved recreational amenities for the community.
SAFIRE
Five storey mixed use project delivering 20 apartments (1, 2 and 3 bedroom) over ground floor retail/commercial tenancies with basement parking and public parking off Clelland Lane. Marketing indicates the building is now completed and apartments are selling.
Serenity Gardens Rockdale
Mixed-use residential development comprising 61 residential units including affordable housing, commercial spaces, and basement parking, valued at $51.26 million, contributing to residential growth in the Rockdale area.
Allure Collection
An exclusive collection of seven architecturally designed luxury townhouses in the tightly held coastal enclave of Dolls Point. Designed by KODE in collaboration with SICI Design, each three-level residence features three to four oversized bedrooms, multiple living zones, and meticulously landscaped alfresco courtyards ranging from 40-79 square meters. Internally, the homes range from 125-155 square meters, showcasing sophisticated detailing with natural stones, brushed nickel accents, warm timber elements, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Built with solid concrete slabs and Jinda White double brick construction, each residence features Fibaro 3 Smart Home automation, premium Miele appliances, TAJ Mahal Artedomus stone benchtops, private Italian-made lifts, and dual basement garaging. Located just 400 meters from Dolls Point Beach, these residences offer a rare blend of luxury and serene beachside living.
Employment
The labour market in Sans Souci - Ramsgate shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions
Sans Souci - Ramsgate has a well-educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 2.5% as of June 2025, below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.
Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%. There are 10,005 residents currently employed. Workforce participation is lower than Greater Sydney's, at 56.1%. The dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and professional & technical services.
Transport, postal & warehousing has a particularly strong presence, with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have limited representation, with 10.2% employment compared to 11.5% regionally. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 2.4%, while labour force grew by 2.7%, causing a slight rise in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.6% and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points over the same period. State-level data from Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41%, losing 19,270 jobs, with a state unemployment rate of 4.3%. National unemployment was at 4.5%, with national employment growth of 0.26% during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May 2025 project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Sans Souci - Ramsgate's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.8% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.
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Income
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch
AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022. Sans Souci - Ramsgate's median income among taxpayers was $56,424 and the average was $78,110. Nationally, these figures are extremely high. Greater Sydney's median income was $56,994 with an average of $80,856 at that time. Based on a 10.6% growth in wages since financial year 2022, the current estimates for Sans Souci - Ramsgate would be approximately $62,405 (median) and $86,390 (average) as of March 2025. Census data indicates that incomes in Sans Souci - Ramsgate cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. Income analysis shows that the largest segment comprises 29.7% earning between $1,500 to $2,999 weekly, with a total of 5,039 residents falling into this category. This aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort also represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 18.4% of income in Sans Souci - Ramsgate. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 51st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.
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Housing
Sans Souci - Ramsgate displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Dwelling structure in Sans Souci-Ramsgate, as evaluated at the latest Census conducted on 9 August 2016, comprised 42.7% houses and 57.4% other dwellings including semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Sydney metropolitan area's 39.8% houses and 60.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Sans Souci-Ramsgate was at 39.9%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (30.0%) or rented (30.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,600 as of June 2021, above Sydney metropolitan average of $2,383. Median weekly rent figure was recorded at $500 compared to Sydney metro's $480 during the same period. Nationally, Sans Souci-Ramsgate's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863 as of June 2021, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Sans Souci - Ramsgate features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households comprise 67.3% of all households, including 30.2% couples with children, 24.7% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.7%, with lone person households at 30.7% and group households making up 2.1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.6.
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Local Schools & Education
The educational profile of Sans Souci - Ramsgate exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
Educational qualifications in Sans Souci - Ramsgate trail regional benchmarks. 29.9% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to 38.7% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 21.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 33.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (20.8%).
Educational participation is high, with 26.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.9% in primary education, 7.0% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education. Sans Souci - Ramsgate's five schools have a combined enrollment of 1,259 students. The area demonstrates above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1060). All five schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. School places per 100 residents (7.4) fall below the regional average (11.4), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.
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Transport
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Public transport analysis shows 98 active transport stops operating within Sans Souci - Ramsgate. These stops serve a mix of bus routes. There are 17 individual routes providing 2,593 weekly passenger trips in total.
Transport accessibility is rated excellent with residents typically located 121 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 370 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 26 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Sans Souci - Ramsgate'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
Sans Souci - Ramsgate residents show relatively positive health outcomes, with low prevalence of common conditions across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 59% of the total population (9,976 people) have private health cover, compared to 53.1% in Greater Sydney.
The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.2 and 5.7% of residents respectively. About 71.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 77.5% across Greater Sydney. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 23.9% (4,056 people), compared to 16.4% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are above average and broadly align with the general population's health profile.
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Cultural Diversity
Sans Souci - Ramsgate is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Sans Souci-Ramsgate has a high level of cultural diversity, with 32.8% of its population born overseas and 39.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Sans Souci-Ramsgate, practiced by 71.9%, compared to 51.8% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestral groups are English (15.8%), Greek (15.3%), and Other (15.3%).
Notably, Macedonian ancestry is overrepresented at 2.5%, Serbian at 1.1%, and Spanish at 1.0%.
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Age
Sans Souci - Ramsgate hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
The median age in Sans Souci - Ramsgate is 45 years, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, and older than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Sans Souci - Ramsgate has a higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (9.0%), but fewer individuals aged 25-34 (10.7%). According to the 2021 Census, the percentage of the population aged 75 to 84 increased from 8.0% to 9.0%, while the proportion of those aged 45 to 54 decreased from 14.6% to 13.2%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Sans Souci - Ramsgate's age structure. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 106%, reaching 1,349 people from 654. Notably, the combined age groups of 65+ will account for all total population growth. In contrast, both the 55 to 64 and 45 to 54 age groups are projected to decrease in number.