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Stanhope Gardens - Parklea has an estimated 13,268 residents, up 1.8% since the 2021 Census, with 115 projects tracked in the area around Stanhope Gardens - Parklea.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated approximately 31 kilometres west-northwest from Sydney CBD, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established, family-oriented residential community noted for its quiet leafy setting, picturesque parklands, and landscaped gardens. As of the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, AreaSearch projects the local population at around 13,268 residents, reflecting steady demographic stability compared to the 13,034 recorded at the 2021 Census. This moderate trajectory is supported by the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and Validated New Addresses, which confirm minimal net disruption to local population levels while property turnover remains characterised by low sales volumes relative to the overall community size.
Demographically and economically, Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is characterised by high levels of affluence, exceptional educational qualifications, and rich cultural diversity, with a substantial proportion of residents born overseas.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,657 in 2001 and 13,262 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,268 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 18.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.3%.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for income and the 96th for education.
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 Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is $848 a week, up 4.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.9%.
7% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $600 in 2017, $850 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Rainford Street, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,830,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 68/11 Glenvale Avenue, Parklea NSW 2768 | $788,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 99 Perfection Avenue, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,960,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Winslow Avenue, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,215,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Braeburn Crescent, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,436,888 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Kentwell Crescent, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,725,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 19 Candice Crescent, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,410,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 21 Ashwood Street, Parklea NSW 2768 | $1,300,000 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 35 Aldridge Street, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,640,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 37 Tilbury Avenue, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 | $1,290,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 25 May 2026 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,436,888 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $848 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.54m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $788k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,436,888 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 25 May 2026 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $850 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Blacktown - North | $777 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Blacktown - North, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Blacktown | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Blacktown, over 12 months | +4.0% | 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 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 61 tracked applications: 32 approved, 5 under assessment, 24 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 115 projects in and around Stanhope Gardens - Parklea, 41 of them under construction.
Premium development of 74 four-bedroom smart townhomes and 33 large land homesites on 6.96 hectares.
A $200 million expansion of Rouse Hill Town Centre by GPT Group and GPT Wholesale Shopping Centre Fund.
A significant residential community in the Bella Vista Station Precinct by Landen Property Group.
A premium residential subdivision featuring 51 residential lots and 1 mixed-use lot across 2.5 hectares of cleared, level land.
A State-led Transport Oriented Development program around Bella Vista and Kellyville Metro stations, spanning The Hills Shire and Blacktown…
NSW Government-led development of new homes adjacent to Rouse Hill Metro station, with 50% designated as social and affordable housing.
Upgrade of The Ponds High School delivering 49 new permanent classrooms, removal of demountables, new cricket nets, sports field…
Modern public primary school serving the Kellyville Ridge community with contemporary learning facilities and outdoor spaces.
Sub-regional shopping centre anchored by Coles, Aldi & Big W with 80+ specialty stores.
The new Rouse Hill Hospital is a $910 million healthcare project delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW with head contractor Lendlease.
Located at Glenwood Reserve in Western Sydney, the Blacktown City Beach Volleyball Courts are a state-of-the-art facility with four courts…
The Kellyville Station Precinct is a major transit-oriented development (TOD) centered on the Kellyville Metro Station.
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Estimated completion year of the 65 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 8, 2026 19, 2027 10, 2028 15, 2029 4, 2030 4, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 2. 15 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 61 substantial development applications lodged in and around Stanhope Gardens - Parklea over the period covered (about 4.1 years), 25 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 2, 2023 7, 2024 19, 2025 11, 2026 (to Oct) 22.
Key application 484 Sunnyholt Road, Parklea Retail | $1.3m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 61 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 4 | ABS building approvals | 10th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 32 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 include: Essentia Smart Townhomes (Construction); Bella Vista and Kellyville TOD Accelerated Precincts (Construction); 40 Memorial Avenue, Bella Vista (Approved); Samantha Riley Drive Affordable Housing (Dev. Application); and Blacktown City Beach Volleyball Courts (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Education & Training, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 area has seen 7 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2's current population of 13,268 has been supported by 4 approvals on average over recent years.
The Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 has seen 0.3 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 4634 people in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 4, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 has seen 20 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential 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.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,268 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,401 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,034 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 234 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.90 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,268 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,262 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The stanhope gardens - parklea sa2 has added approximately 234 people and shown a 1.80% increase from the 13,034 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is estimated at 3,402 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (72.3%), Natural increase (27.7%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.3% of overall population gains.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 56.6% | 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 | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is equal to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 17.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 45-54 year-olds (17.0% vs 12.2%). The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.9% of the population in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.5% of the population in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $73,890 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $87,901 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,860 | 2021 Census, weekly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,035 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 47.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,017 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 11.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is approximately $78,604. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $73,890.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is approximately $93,509. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $87,901.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is approximately $78,604 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,890 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is approximately $93,509 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $87,901 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2's households (~29.3% / 1,052 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.3% 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 Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is $2,860/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is $3,017/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is $1,035/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $73,890 with the average level standing at $87,901. This is among the highest in Australia and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $78,604 (median) and $93,509 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is $10,359 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The stanhope gardens - parklea sa2's disposable income is $10,359 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Stanhope Gardens - Parklea performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,360 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,657 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,512 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 has approximately 7,360 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 stands at 2.0%, which is 2.1 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 Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.7% of employment), professional & technical (11.4%), and finance & insurance (9.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is 69.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The stanhope gardens - parklea sa2 shows notable specialisation in finance & insurance, which employs 9.8% of the local workforce compared to 7.3% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The stanhope gardens - parklea 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.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 47.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 40.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
47.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
27.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The stanhope gardens - parklea sa2 ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.4%), Postgraduate (14.4%), Certificate (14.4%).
40.2% of the population in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.0% in primary school, 11.8% in secondary school, 7.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is 1101, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,969 students.
The stanhope gardens - parklea sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 57.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,592 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,656 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 had 3,592 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.8% to an estimated 3,656 households today.
The average household size in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (12.9%), group households (1.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,078 family households, couples with children account for 57.3% of all households, couples without children at home 18.2%, and single parent families 9.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.7% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 12.9% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, matching the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 12.9% of all households in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, notably lower than 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 1.4% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea 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 | 47.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 49.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 50.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 76.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 52.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 47.5% of its population born overseas and 49.6% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Stanhope Gardens - Parklea was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.5% of people in Stanhope Gardens - Parklea. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 16.8% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Stanhope Gardens - Parklea are Other, comprising 20.3% of the population, Indian, comprising 15.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 3.6%, and Australian, comprising 15.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 5.9% of Stanhope Gardens - Parklea (vs 2.0% across Greater Sydney), Korean at 1.3% (vs 1.1%) and Sri Lankan at 0.9% (vs 0.3%).
47.5% of the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
49.6% of the population in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.6% of the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
76.6% of the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,691 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 55.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $580 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, 23.0% of homes are owned outright, 55.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.0% of dwellings in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 are houses.
In the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 stands at 23.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is $2,691, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is $2,034, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.7% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 20.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 consists of 85.0% detached houses, 15.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Stanhope Gardens - Parklea consumes approximately 16.4% of median household income ($12,384 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 61.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 81st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
Around 61.5% of people in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.6% of people in the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2, 61.5% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 42 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,393 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 316 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 42 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 54.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 42 public transport stops within the Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2.
The Stanhope Gardens - Parklea SA2 has 2,393 weekly trips across 42 routes, averaging 341 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 219 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 481 m away and the nearest GP 608 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 42 stops nearby, 2,393 weekly trips, access rating 62 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 50 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 50th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 481 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 608 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 789 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 813 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 832 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 835 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 871 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 871 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 878 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea's resilient property market has recorded 150 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% vacant land transactions.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 3% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Stanhope Gardens - Parklea performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Stanhope Gardens - Parklea has an estimated 13,268 residents, up 1.8% since the 2021 Census, with 115 projects tracked in the area around Stanhope Gardens - Parklea.
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 Stanhope Gardens - Parklea.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 2026. Housing, households 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 (116021633). 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 (May 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Stanhope Gardens - Parklea 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 Stanhope Gardens - Parklea 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.
