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Sutherland - Kirrawee has an estimated 25,252 residents, up 8.7% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Sutherland - Kirrawee.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Sutherland - Kirrawee Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 23 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 25,252 as of Aug 2026, compared with 23,238 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 2,014 people (8.7%). This estimate reflects an ABS estimated resident population of 24,903 as of June 2025 and 660 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its population is expanding moderately, and sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
The area is characterised by a strong apartment presence, elevated representation of people aged 35 to 44, and a notable Finance and Insurance employment base. Residents benefit from public transport connections, while the area's housing options, cultural diversity and educational institutions contribute to its appeal. Sutherland - Kirrawee combines these characteristics with a population estimate dated Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Sutherland - Kirrawee Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 23 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 25,252 as of Aug 2026, compared with 23,238 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 2,014 people (8.7%). This estimate reflects an ABS estimated resident population of 24,903 as of June 2025 and 660 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its population is expanding moderately, and sales volumes are significantly above average relative to population.
The area is characterised by a strong apartment presence, elevated representation of people aged 35 to 44, and a notable Finance and Insurance employment base. Residents benefit from public transport connections, while the area's housing options, cultural diversity and educational institutions contribute to its appeal. Sutherland - Kirrawee combines these characteristics with a population estimate dated Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 18,564 in 2001 and 24,903 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 25,252 (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, 16.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.2%.
Sutherland - Kirrawee ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for development activity and the 80th for sales activity.
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 Sutherland - Kirrawee is $746 a week, up 5.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 5% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.1%.
5% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $634 in 2017, $951 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $464 in 2017, $688 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Bligh Street, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,650,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 902/10 Village Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,530,000 | 20 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 70 Bligh Street, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,985,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 60 Magnolia Street, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,800,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 126 Waratah Street, Sutherland NSW 2232 | $1,570,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 511/7 Village Place, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $900,000 | 16 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 9/60 Toronto Parade, Sutherland NSW 2232 | $1,400,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 29/52 Linden Street, Sutherland NSW 2232 | $805,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 7 Best Crescent, Kirrawee NSW 2232 | $1,870,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6/4 Kurrajong Street, Sutherland NSW 2232 | $1,760,000 | 7 Oct 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 9 Sep 2026 (the latest settled 20 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,125,000 (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 | $746 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.75m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $885k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,125,000 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 9 Sep 2026 to 20 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $951 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $688 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Sutherland | $838 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Sutherland, over 12 months | +7.3% | 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 240 tracked applications: 102 approved, 36 under assessment, 102 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 28 projects in Sutherland - Kirrawee (4 under construction) and 78 more in the surrounding area.
An 87 million dollar State Significant Development redeveloping President Private Hospital into a modern healthcare facility for the Sutherland Shire by Macquarie Health Corporation.
Construction of a new multipurpose hall at Sutherland Public School, including a stage, indoor sports court, canteen, storage, amenities, out of hours school care (OOSH) facilities and a covered outdoor learning area.
Comprehensive renewal of Gweneth Thomas Wharf and the adjoining foreshore at Prince Edward Park by Sutherland Shire Council. The project scope includes Stage 2 beach boardwalk extension, natural watercourse stabilization, seawall and saltmarsh environmental restoration, and enhanced river access for residents and emergency marine services.
Council acquisition and redevelopment of a 1,961 sqm parcel next to Kirrawee Railway Station into a dedicated public parkland, urban square, and pedestrian green link integrating with the local village shopping strip and active transport path.
Active transport upgrade along Rawson Avenue, introducing a dedicated cycleway, upgraded footpaths, and a safe signalised pedestrian crossing over the Princes Highway connecting Loftus Station and Waratah Park directly to Loftus Oval and the Royal National Park.
Boutique residential apartment development comprising 48 contemporary apartments across six storeys, developed by SLD Development. The project features over 950 sqm of landscaped communal open space, BBQ amenities, a children's play area, and basement parking with EV charging infrastructure. Practical completion is scheduled for 2027.
A state-funded active transport infrastructure project delivering a continuous off-road shared pedestrian and cycle path link through Kirrawee, bridging Sutherland to Miranda and Cronulla to reduce vehicular traffic and promote sustainable transport.
A purpose-built trade centre bringing together specialist trade retailers, premium workshops, and storage units into one seamlessly connected hub. The $50 million development features 3 dedicated trade retail tenancies, 13 premium workshops, and 10 spacious workstores for tools, materials and machinery.
Demolition of two existing dwellings and construction of a seven-storey co-living residential building comprising 83 self-contained rooms, communal indoor and outdoor facilities, and basement parking.
Proposed shop-top residential and commercial development (DA26/0195) delivering 67 apartment units, including affordable rental housing provisions and strata subdivision within walking distance to Sutherland Station.
Development Application DA26/0006 proposes structural modifications and internal spatial expansion of an existing commercial self-storage facility, adding mezzanine floor space and modernised loading bays within Kirrawee's light industrial precinct.
Proposed multi-dwelling residential development comprising apartment and townhouse dwellings with basement parking at 4-6 Bligh Street, Kirrawee. The application involves site amalgamation, demolition of existing detached housing stock, and civil works within Sutherland Shire Council.
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Estimated completion year of the 61 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 13, 2027 26, 2028 8, 2029 5, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 1, 2035 1. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 240 substantial development applications lodged in and around Sutherland - Kirrawee over the past 5 years, 140 in the last 12 months; 36 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 20, 2023 29, 2024 25, 2025 27, 2026 (to Nov) 136.
Key application 1 Boyle Street, Sutherland, 2232 Retail | $30m | 41 dwellings | 9 storeys
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 240 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 140 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 136 | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 102 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 include: President Private Hospital Redevelopment (Construction); Sutherland-Kirrawee Town Centre Planning Proposal & Place Plan (Planning); Workway Trade Centre (Construction); Sutherland Public School Hall Upgrade (Construction); and Belmonte Sutherland (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Business Parks & Technology Hubs, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Sutherland - Kirrawee among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 area has seen 214 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2's current population of 25,252 has been supported by 136 approvals on average over recent years.
The Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 has seen 5.8 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 243 people in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 136, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 has grown by approximately 2,033 people, while 679 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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 Sutherland - Kirrawee are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,252 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,256 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 23,238 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,014 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.75 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 was estimated to be approximately 25,252 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 24,903 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The sutherland - kirrawee sa2 has added approximately 2,014 people and shown a 8.67% increase from the 23,238 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is estimated at 3,258 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (58.8%), Interstate migration (28.3%), Natural increase (12.8%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 58.8% of overall population gains.
Sutherland - Kirrawee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 56.4% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Sutherland - Kirrawee is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (2.9% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.0% of the population in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.4% of the population in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,474 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $87,402 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,010 | 2021 Census, weekly | 65th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,056 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,514 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is approximately $76,034. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,474.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is approximately $92,978. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $87,402.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is approximately $76,034 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,474 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is approximately $92,978 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $87,402 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2's households (~34.2% / 3,275 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.2% 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 Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is $2,010/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is $2,514/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is $1,056/wk.
The Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2's median income among taxpayers is $71,474 and the average income stands at $87,402, which compares to figures for Greater Sydney's of $63,183 and $86,684 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $76,034 (median) and $92,978 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is $7,108 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The sutherland - kirrawee sa2's disposable income is $7,108 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Sutherland - Kirrawee shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 14,749 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 24,080 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 15,460 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 has approximately 14,749 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 stands at 4.6%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), professional & technical (11.2%), and education & training (10.3%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Sutherland - Kirrawee 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 Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is 72.5%, 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 sutherland - kirrawee sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 8.0% of the local workforce compared to 5.7% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The sutherland - kirrawee sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Sutherland - Kirrawee shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
33.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
30.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The sutherland - kirrawee sa2 ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (23.0%), Certificate (23.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.7%).
27.1% of the population in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.5% in primary school, 6.5% in secondary school, 5.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is 1063, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 9 schools within the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,936 students.
The sutherland - kirrawee sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 2 combined schools.
Sutherland - Kirrawee features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 9,577 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 10,407 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.3% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 had 9,577 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.7% to an estimated 10,407 households today.
The average household size in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.4%), group households (3.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 6,254 family households, couples with children account for 28.3% of all households, couples without children at home 25.2%, and single parent families 10.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 31.4% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.3% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.8% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 31.4% of all households in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, higher 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 3.4% of households, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Sutherland - Kirrawee was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 18.3% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 81.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
Sutherland - Kirrawee was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 24.3% of its population born overseas and 18.3% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Sutherland - Kirrawee was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.7% of people in Sutherland - Kirrawee. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Sutherland - Kirrawee are English, comprising 26.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 25.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Other, comprising 9.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Sutherland - Kirrawee (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), Macedonian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.6%).
24.3% of the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
18.3% of the population in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.1% of the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
88.3% of the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Sutherland - Kirrawee features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 37.0% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 51.3% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,383 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.3% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $460 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, 26.7% of homes are owned outright, 36.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 37.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 34.2% of dwellings in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 are houses.
In the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, 51.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 stands at 26.7%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is $2,383, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is $1,602, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 22.9% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 consists of 34.2% detached houses, 14.3% semi-detached dwellings, 51.3% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Sutherland - Kirrawee consumes approximately 18.4% of median household income ($8,703 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Sutherland - Kirrawee show attached dwellings contributing 83% of approvals compared to 66% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 17% of applications versus 34% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Sutherland - Kirrawee is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Health performance in Sutherland - Kirrawee is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 60.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 80th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
Around 60.6% of people in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, 5.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.3% of people in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2, 60.6% 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 | 76 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 76th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 129 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 6,104 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 194 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 61 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 44.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 129 public transport stops within the Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2.
The Sutherland - Kirrawee SA2 has 6,104 weekly trips across 61 routes, averaging 872 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 161 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 270 m away and the nearest school 438 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 129 stops nearby, 6,104 weekly trips, access rating 76 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 71 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 71st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 270 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 438 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 480 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 483 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 552 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 571 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 604 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 729 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 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 18 long day care centres with 943 places in Sutherland - Kirrawee, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Sutherland - Kirrawee among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Sutherland - Kirrawee ranks in the 58th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Sutherland - Kirrawee's established property market has recorded 595 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 90% residential and 10% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Sutherland - Kirrawee are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Sutherland - Kirrawee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in Sutherland - Kirrawee shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Sutherland - Kirrawee shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Sutherland - Kirrawee features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Sutherland - Kirrawee was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Sutherland - Kirrawee features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Sydney.
Health performance in Sutherland - Kirrawee is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Sutherland - Kirrawee has an estimated 25,252 residents, up 8.7% since the 2021 Census, with 28 projects tracked in Sutherland - Kirrawee.
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 Sutherland - Kirrawee.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (128021538). 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 (Oct 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 Sutherland - Kirrawee 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 Sutherland - Kirrawee 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.
